Bike Fit

I have lately been begging for some bike fit help, which has been a disaster since I changed saddles in 2013 (same saddle type but new....hard to put a new saddle on without some issues).   I couldn't really find help- people have moved, changed shops, etc.  My favorite fitter in Tucson, Brian Grasky, knew I couldn't get out to him and offered to fly here to help me.  How awesome is that?  This sport is full of awesome people.  But, as he has a baby on the way, that didn't make much since for us to make this grand plan for him to travel (although he was willing!), and I just can't make a good trip to Tucson right now. 

Funny how when you are serious about getting stuff done, doors open for you.  Help came to me in the form of....

NACHO!!!!!!

Super friend who seriously just happened to be driving through Memphis on his way home from Florida brought his fitting equipment and totally took care of me.  There is nothing like having one of your friends trained and certified in so many areas of bike fit:  Cobb, Retul, cleat positioning, etc, etc....

So let's see how it goes this weekend on the road.  Bike fitting comes down to millimeters when you have ridden for a while.  When you first start riding, the bike fit can just be "good enough."  But over time, little changes can really maximize your effort on the bike.  I have a much better feel for optimal positioning for me now, so when something is not right...it is just not right.  I can notice either physically, such as in my back, or I notice when I am riding hills or surging, and my body just can't seem to move correctly.  And for me, my body has changed since having Isla, so that is something else that had to be considered with my fit.  So in the end, we made a few little tweaks, and I am going to ride and race on it and see if we moved things in the right direction. 

Wattie Ink #OGs!

I am seriously grateful for this friend.  Nacho also happens to be my wingman on the party scene (along with Sue).  So, our friendship extends beyond triathlon to some very memorable Las Vegas action involving expresso flavored Patron and a tranny. 

Thanks NACHO!!! Whoo hoo!!!!