RIDE FASTER, MORE COMFORTABLE AND INJURY FREE!

A proper bike fit & body analysis will help prevent injury and improve performance and can be undertaken by cyclists of any level, regardless if you’re a Tour de France winner or a Weekend Warrior.

What are the benefits of having a Bike Fit?

• Optimise aerodynamics
• Optimise power output
• Decrease injury risk
• More comfort on the road

Our Bike Fit Physiotherapists at Bounce

Benjamin De Riter is our resident Bike Fit Physiotherapist at Bounce Blackburn & North Rginwood. As the great Eddy Merckx once said "Ride as much or as little, or as long or as short as you feel. But ride."

But sometimes pain and discomfort on the bike can make completing your desired riding difficult, whether you are an elite cyclist to recreational enthusiast, taking the time to have your bike set up analysed and adjusted can often make all the difference.

Our bike fitter Ben, utilises skills from his extensive background in Physiotherapy and Exercise Science to assess individual biomechanics and pathology, develop a detailed plan and make any required adjustments to help you, the rider ride with more comfort and less pain.

Ben is also a very keen road cyclist often spotted in the Dandenong Ranges or along the Kew Boulevarde. Having spent countless years working in various bike stores in the Southeast suburbs Ben knows his way around a wide variety of bikes, from commuters to high end road, time trial and mountain bikes.

Rosalyn (Rosie) Moore is our resident Bike Fit Physiotherapist at Bounce Blackburn. Rosie has loved cycling ever since she was a kid. What started as scenic rides on the weekend then turned into her main form of transport. These days, cycle-touring is her favourite way to travel, and she has completed several multi-day adventures across Scotland, Norway, Spain, and many more within Australia. Rosie first began her cycling analysis training in 2015, and since then has continued through to Level 4 Certificate in Bike Fit.

Rosie applies her clinical knowledge as a physiotherapist with her education and experience in cycling biomechanics to solve discomfort areas for cyclists of all abilities. This may be spinal pain, knee pain, saddle soreness, or tingling/numbness in the extremities. A thorough assessment of your body mechanics, plus a video analysis of your cycling technique and position on the bike will be carried out, with adjustments made as able within the session.

Video analysis is the most accurate method of determining the optimal cycling setup, and is also an excellent way to get going with a good fit if you are just starting out.

Why have your Bike Fit by a Physiotherapist?

As physiotherapists, we are experts in physiology, biomechanics and injury prevention and we can use our knowledge to maximize your enjoyment on the bike. At Bounce Health, we like to combine our love for the sport with our expertise to give you the best riding experience possible. A bike that is specifically adjusted to your body will ensure that you feel and perform the best on your bike.  Our clinicians are also involved with the cycling community and love a Beach Road coffee too.

What should I bring to my Bike Fit consultation?

• Bike
• Cycling Shoes
• Shorts/Knicks

We have a trainer in our studio and will change over your rear skewer, you can also bring your own skewer if you prefer.

What does the consultation involve?

We will start by getting to know you and your medical/cycling history, any pains and aches you may have and your cycling goals. We will then measure and assess your body and also determine where you might be a bit stiff or weak. Using these findings we will then measure and adjust your bike with the help of video to best suit your cycling goals. Finally, we will work together to plan for strengthening exercises, correction of pedalling technique and gradual bike adjustments to optimise your performance on the bike.

How can I make a booking?

BLACKBURN CLINIC

To make a booking at Blackburn call our reception on 1300 855 442. You cannot book online for a bike fit consultation - phone call only.

NORTH RINGWOOD CLINIC

To make a booking at our North Ringwood clinic you can call reception 1300 855 442 or book online here

You may be eligible for private health rebates under Physiotherapy extras cover!