Professional Bike Fit on Velotron / Cycling Simulator
Ride our fully adjustable computerized cycling ergometer, and sharpen your technique whether you are a racer or a novice cyclist. Enjoy realistic riding over ever changing terrain, while monitoring watts, heart rate, speed, cadence, and pedaling efficiency. Develop equal power between right and left leg thanks to SpinScan analysis. Perfect use of gears with virtual shifting. Attack world class climbs in the comfort of our air conditioned room. Race your toughest opponent - yourself - thanks to the ability to save your riding performance for analysis and for future comparison. Because the Velotron is fully adjustable and provides instant performance feedback, we also use it to develop a position that is both comfortable and efficient.
Contact jerry@castlehillfitness.com to schedule any of the services listed below
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(roll over any service for more details):
| Comprehensive Bike Fit (3 hrs) $350 Bike Fit Tuning (1 hr) $100 Shoe Cleat Position Analysis (1.5 hrs) $120 Comprehensive Bike Fit (3 hrs) $350 Bike Fit Tuning (1 hr) $100 Shoe Cleat Position Analysis (1.5 hrs) $120 The 1.5 hour session uses real-time video analysis of the rider to optimize a pedal position that most effectively provides muscle recruitment for power and comfort. Clients are highly encouraged to have our 3-hour fitting beforehand to determine that a problem that seems to be coming from the feet is not, in fact, coming from a saddle or bar position issue. The cleat optimization session is suggested for riders already very comfortable with his/her overall position and is looking to gain that extra degree of comfort and performance at the shoe/pedal interface. |
Coached Session (1 hr) $85 Coached Session (2 hrs) $150Coached Session (1 hr) $85 Coached Session (2 hrs) $150 Improve your performance and fitness on the bike with one of our coaches. We work with athletes of all levels specializing in those new to the sport of cycling or triathlon. Learn the tips and tricks to keep you at the front of the pack with a personalized coaching plan. Like a Sherpa, our outdoor coaching uses the experience of the staff to guide you safely and keep your progression moving upwards. |
Outdoor Coached Sessions 5 sessions x (1 hr/each) $360 5 sessions x (2 hr/each) $700 Outdoor Coached Sessions 5 sessions x (1 hr/each) $360 5 sessions x (2 hr/each) $700 Learn how to ride a road bike and get the most out of it. This package will start with a professional bike fit that takes into account your physique, cycling goals, and limitations to develop a comfortable and ergonomic bike position. You will use clipless pedals indoors to achieve a functional pedal stroke, and learn to safely start the bike and come to a stop. You will experience riding on the Veloway and progressively move to more challenging Austin roads. A quality 20 speed road bike, helmet and cycling shoes are available for use during your sessions at no extra charge. |
Sample baseline test (click to enlarge) |
Sample test after position adjustments |
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"The first and second shot is the improvement we gained in her first session. After 6-7 weeks of some challenging core and some not-so-fun fascia work, we did another session with photos. The third photo is not as good as the second but take a look at the fourth"
Read more about how a functional leg difference was improved in 6-7 weeks using Jerry's methods... |
Functional leg difference assessment (6-7 weeks)  First shot  Fourth shot |
"As to competent bike fitters in Texas; there is only one gent that I would suggest; Jerry Gerlich at Castle Hill Cycles in Austin. He is way ahead of run of the mill bike fitters and will do a good job." – Steve Hogg