Jul 6, 2023 | Bikefitting
KOPS, or Knee Over Pedal Spindle, is a traditional technique employed by some bike fitters to find the saddle position and determine the saddle setback. What is KOPS According to KOPS, when the crank arm is at 90 degrees on the downstroke, a vertical line from the...
Jun 8, 2023 | Bikefitting
The primary sign if your bike saddle is too far forward is an expanded load on the upper body and handlebars, which may cause pressure, distress, lack of sensation or tingling in the hands or wrists, and higher pressure and uneasiness through the neck, upper back and...
Jun 2, 2023 | Bikefitting
Having the saddle too far back may lead to a lack of power when pedalling, a difficulty in increasing cadence, an extended reach to the handlebars and a variety of discomforts such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, and hand and wrist pain, tingling or numbness....
Feb 23, 2020 | Bikefitting |
How to position the saddle properly: it seems easy and obvious, but try pedalling and you will realize how this topic cannot be underestimated. We will try to outline some advice in order to avoid the most common mistakes and provide some suggestions on how to find...
