Bike Fitting
Increase Comfort & Performance
Proper positioning on a bicycle is critical for all levels of cyclists. From novice riders up to the pro tour level, a good fit will increase, efficiency, power and comfort.
Bike fitting at Métier is a comprehensive and modern experience that features Retul 3D motion capture technology to measure every degree of movement and millimeter of distance to provide you with the most accurate and personalized data to support and guide the adjustments and changes made during your fit experience.
Our head fitter is also our founder. Todd Herriott, CSCS is Retul certified Bike fitter with 25 years of fitting experience. A certified strength and conditioning specialist with decades of practical training and racing experience, he’s also a performance consultant to beginner, amateur and professional cyclists and triathletes around the globe.
for questions about our fit services contact: todd.herriott@metierseattle.com
RETÜL BIKE FIT
Cost: $375
We’re proud to offer Retül Fit, the most technically advanced bike fitting system. available today. Our Retül Fit is process is more than just a bike fit–it’s a way to learn about and better understand how your body moves and how a proper fit will help you achieve your cycling goals.
The bike fitting experience at Métier is data driven and detailed with the ultimate goal of helping riders to be find their best possible position based on their own unique biomechanics and ride experience.
Fit Session includes:
- Experience and injury history interview.
- 19 step pre fit biomechanical assessment.
- 12 step on-bike adjustment process using Retul motion capture technology.
- Detailed fit report that includes all measurements from the initial and final riding position.
- Advice on strength and conditioning for improves riding performance
Additional bike set-up during session $150.
RETÜL AERO FIT
Cost: $425
The aero position requires a more forward position for the duration of your race against the clock. TT and triathlon events differ in length and terrain and adjusting the aero bike to match those demands and the limitations of the rider is critical to your success i.e. your best time! Allow 3 hours for this session due to the nature of aero bar set-ups.
Fit Session includes:
- Experience and injury history interview.
- 19 step pre fit biomechanical assessment.
- 12 step on-bike adjustment process using Retul motion capture technology included all aero bar adjustments.
- Detailed fit report that includes all measurements from the initial and final riding position.
- Advice on strength and conditioning for improves riding performance.
Cleat FITting
Cost: $150
Cleat placement is major step in the bike fitting process and is established once a riders’ saddle height and fore/aft have been determined. This service is for anyone who is: moving to clipless pedals for the first time, changing pedal systems or is experiencing issues with ankle, knee, or hip alignment.
Cleat fitting is NOT a bike fit, It’s the installation of new cleats and or shims, spacers or insoles on/in new or used cycling shoes.
This session is focused on establishing a riders’ ankle, knee and hip alignment (Z plane) as it relates to cleat placement, it’s not simply “matching cleats”.
Session includes:
- Rider specific cleat placement/adjustment
- Addition of cleat shims and insoles are often recommended.
Bike Measurement Session
Cost: $75
This service is for clients who want a detailed and precise print out of their current bike measurements for bike rental while traveling or just for reference when making changes to components.
Session includes:
- Mounting current bike on fit platform and using Retul “Zin” technology to record 12 different measurements.
- Detailed fit report with explanation of each measurement.
NEw/custom Bike Sizing Session
Cost: $175.
This session is for clients trying to decide on the right size for their new frame/bike.
Using our Retul Muve fit bike we can recreate any bicycle geometry and confirm which size/model will be the best fit for you. During the session we will also establish your optimal stem length, crank length, bar width and saddle as well as your approximate saddle height and fore/aft. The information is recorded using Retul technology and is sent as an easy to read PDF at the end of the session.
This session is NOT a bike fit. Clients who purchase their bike from Métier receive a 75. credit towards their purchase
Session includes:
- Determining optimal stem length, crank length, stem length, bar width and approximate saddle height and fore/aft
- Detailed PDF of bike/component measurements.
If the Shoe Fits
For maximum power transfer on the road or trail and for exceptional comfort on a spin bike, we recommend clipless cycling shoes and pedals. With stiffer soles and the ability to click into and out of your pedal system easily, cycling shoes make your ride and your workout more efficient, more effective, and more comfortable.
