Worth getting properly fitted? (unsure)

Liam 2010

Is it worth getting properly fitted, measured ,weighed, etc., for buying a road bike?

I know different makes use different measurment systems, so if I was to get measured by Trek, which is the only reliable one close to me, what, if any, bearing would this have if I was to buy a specialized bike?

Does anyone know of any specialized outlets in the East midlands or close to the East midlands, who will meausure you up properly, specifically for a specialized bike?

Is it even worth getting measured properly, or is it just a gimmick? As I've heard pros and cons, some people say yes, but others say it's just another way to make money and there's no real need for it, they say you know if a bike fits you by how comfortable you feel on it and it's that simple.

Anyone had any experience with fittings?

Tonymufc

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carl_p

Probably yes, but also regard fitting as a means to improve your performance not just whether the bike has the right size frame and so forth. I'm not wholly convinced that for general leisure riding it is necessary to shell out huge amounts of money on fitting.

I might be inclined not to get fitted by someone who sells bikes as surprise surprise they will fit you to a bike they just happen to have in stock.

mikeyboy12345

Fitting has made a difference for me, but I had it done after I'd bought a second-hand bike on eBay. I think it's important for comfort when you're spending all day on the bike. I used to suffer numb hands, feet and bum after about 50 miles and assumed that was just the way riding a road bike was supposed to be, but those problems were fixed by the bike fit.

TBH, I wouldn't trust a shop to do the fitting.

Barteos

YES, it's definitely worth it if, unlike many people buying modern racing bikes on looks ("fast" and aggressive), you don't want to end up with a frame one size too small, handlebars 1-2" too low and the steerer too short to allow for any sensible adjustment

Spend more and find a good experienced fitter not just a Specialized, Trek etc "trained" shop assistant.

Ollieda

Yes, its a good idea - first of all to get the right size (and make sure its comfortable) but also for performance if thats what you want.

Check your LBSs, all of them will offer a fitting service but this will most likely be just measure you up and say which bike is best, very basic and really just to get you onto the sales path. If you ask them about profesional fitting services they should realise that you're after a bit more and should know local places, best bet is to check all your LBSs/google and try and get a list of places - every LBS will say a different thing!