Seminars

Michael Sylvester’s fitting seminars provide a comprehensive and intensive training program that enables bike manufacturers and retail shops to offer cutting edge bicycle fitting services to their customers.

A typical 2-day course covers the fundamentals and advanced aspects of fitting and how to implement a complete program in a retail setting. This dynamic, hands-on program works best when it is tailored with your input to effectively meet the specific needs of your business.

Topics Covered

• Bicycle fitting philosophy

How and why to do a fitting


• Understanding the body

Biomechanics, alignment, flexibility and range of motion


• Physical environment

Store set up, tools, paperwork, and staff education


• Pedal and foot alignment

Cleats, shoes, foot beds, installation and canting

• Specialty fits

Triathlon, aero positioning, mountain bikes and hybrids


• The big picture

Working through the complete fitting process


• Economic payback

What it takes to have a fitting in your shop



• Hands on participation

Participants get involved with fittings



To discuss hosting or attending a seminar at your location of choice, contact Michael at 503-233-4284 or email
 



Bicycle Fitting Services - Michael Sylvester
17 SE 3rd Suite 409 Portland, OR 97214
503-233-4284 - bicyclefitservices@earthlink.net