Bike Fittings by Coach Brinton
INCREASED – Power, Efficiency, Comfort, Control
DECREASED – Back, Neck, Hand, Saddle Discomfort
DECREASED – Hand, Foot, Saddle Area Numbness
DECREASED – Back, Knee, Other Overuse Injuries
Best-in-Class
- Coach Brinton’s pro racing experience, coaching professionally since 1984, and performing more than 5,000 bike fittings, many riders place him “Best-in-Class” among bike fitters.
- He is extremely well-versed in fitting all types of bicycles, riders of all ages, experience levels, riding interests, and those with varying degrees of injuries, numbness, and discomforts.
- From the start of your fitting, it will be easy to notice Coach Brinton’s passion for cycling, how he truly listens to your needs, his extremely high level of experience, and how he executes his sessions with the utmost thought, care, and precision.
Coach Brinton Fitting Clinic for Cafe Riders at Trek Bicycle in Santa Clarita, CA
Coach Brinton Fitting Clinic for Cafe Riders at Trek Bicycle in Santa Clarita, CA
Well-Versed
- With a Coach Brinton fitting, you will have an unparalleled experience and enjoy that perfect fit for you.
- You will gain a greater awareness of your riding posture, riding form, pedaling mechanics, and potentially injury-provoking riding habits.
- You will also learn how each adjustment, no matter how subtle, will affect your comfort and performance.
- Coach Brinton’s Performance Center is located 2mi north of Universal Studios. Fittings can be done at remote locations (travel fee applies).
PERSONALIZATION BEGINS WITH PRE-FIT DISCUSSION
Your riding interests, experience level, performance aspirations, and any frustrations with your prior fitting, nagging discomforts, soreness, and existing or prior injuries will be fully discussed.
EACH BIKE PART DISCUSSED AND ADJUSTED
Saddle – Saddle recommendations, height, tilt, and fore and aft
Handlebars – Positioned for optimum comfort, less numbness, and greater safety, plus learn the width, reach, and drop that is ideal for you
Brake/Shift Levers – Learn now how brake/shifter positioning affects comfort, numbness, and hand fatigue
Stem – How length and height affect comfort, performance, and control
Shoes/Cleats/Pedals – Learn about shoe options, sizing for comfort and performance, pros and cons of various pedals, and full cleat positioning
HAVE YOUR POSTURE AND RIDING FORM CRITIQUED
Your posture and riding form including hip flexion, knee tracking, ankling, pedaling mechanics, and shoulder, arm, hand, and finger positioning will be discussed, and as a result, your comfort and performance will increase, while eliminating bad posture and riding habits known to provoke injury.
GET PARTS RECOMMENDATIONS
You will receive suggestions on certain parts that would make a positive difference in your riding comfort and performance, such as; saddles, stems (have various saddles and stems in stock for purchase), handlebars, gearing, crank length, shoes, and pedals.
RECEIVE BRINTON’S PRO BIKE FIT DATASHEET
Each aspect of your new fit will be precisely measured and written onto your datasheet. You will also know your ideal frame size for future purchases, your measurements before the fitting, any future adjustments as you evolve as a rider, instructions for transferring your measurements to another bike, plus more.
ADDITIONAL BIKES FITTED
If you have two or three bikes you would like to have fitted during the session, each bike will be $250.
NOTE – Time trial, triathlon, and road bikes with clip-on bars require the Comprehensive Fitting due to the extra time required to fit the aero bars.
THE COMPREHENSIVE FIT INCLUDES
EVERYTHING IN THE BASIC FIT, PLUS…
GREAT LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Learn – the “art of bike fit personalization” as it applies to you
Learn – how each adjustment affects comfort and performance
Learn – how proper riding posture reduces injury & increases comfort
Learn – discomforts you will adapt to and those that can lead to injury
Learn – a simple two-step method for accurately replacing worn cleats
Learn – riding tips to reduce or eliminate hand, foot, saddle numbness
Learn – riding techniques to prevent and overcome common injuries
RIDE WITH COACH BRINTON
Ride – test your new bike fit to ensure everything feels great on the bike
Ride – make sure all components feel perfectly adjusted while on the road
Ride – practice proper riding form to increase efficiency and reduce injury
Ride – practice techniques to reduce saddle, neck, and back discomfort
ADDITIONAL BIKES FITTED
If you have two or three bikes you would like to have fitted during the session, each bike will cost $325.
NOTE – Time trial, triathlon, and road bikes with clip-on bars require the Comprehensive Fitting due to the extra time required to fit the aero bars.
RIDER INITIATED – Group fittings are initialed by riders interested in being fitted with one or two family members, friends, or teammates
GREAT EXPERIENCE – Group fittings are fun learning experiences as each rider is involved in the fitting personalization process and discussions on posture, riding form, concerns, discomforts, and injuries.
BASIC FIT RIDER LIMIT – Basic Fits are limited to three riders with one bike each. The cost per rider is $250 ($25 discount).
COMPREHENSIVE FIT RIDER LIMIT – Comprehensive Fits are limited to three riders with one bike each. The cost per rider is $325 ($50 discount).
GET NON-BIASED ADVICE – If you are looking to purchase a new or used bike from a bike shop, online, or custom frame builder, you will know with confidence your exact frame size and which bike or bikes are best for you,
KNOW YOUR IDEAL FRAME SIZE – There is no standard bike sizing Manufactures label their different frame sizes If you find bike sizing confusing you are not alone
LEARN WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEST FOR YOU – Including; saddles, handlebars, pedals, gearing, crank length, shoes, computers, power meters, warm/cold weather clothing, etc..
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE SESSION – You will be able to go into any bike shop and tell them with confidence exactly what size, brand(s), and model(s) you are interested in purchasing or provide exact numbers to a frame builder for your awesome new custom ride.
DISCOUNTED BIKE FIT – After completing the Session, you will receive $25 off the Basic Fit or $50 off the Comprehensive Fit (valid for six months). When you are ready for your fitting, book online and your discount will be applied when you pay at the end of the session.
CLEAT / SHOE REPLACEMENT $75 – In addition to a full cleat adjustment of your new or existing riding shoes, you will learn a simple, two-step process to accurately replace your own cleats as needed in the future
SADDLE REPLACEMENT $75 – Have your saddle installed with precise height, fore and aft, and tilt adjustments maximizing comfort and performance. If possible, bring your ProBikeFit datasheet.
STEM REPLACEMENT $75 – Have your stem installed at your ideal height and proper handlebar drop angle, and when necessary reposition your brake/shift levers for optimum comfort and/or performance. If possible, bring your ProBikeFit datasheet.
TWO ITEMS REPLACED / REPOSITIONED IN A SESSION $125 – Have any two of the above items adjusted or replaced in a single session. If possible, bring your ProBikeFit datasheet.
RE-FIT PREVIOUSLY FITTED BICYCLE $250 – There are times when a re-fitting is necessary as riding interests and circumstances change since your initial fitting, such as a change in goals, more or less competitive, weight loss, new components, and new discomforts or injuries.