Episode 129 - All Things Bike Fit

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this week’s episode we’re talking all things bike fit with special guest, Michael Seiler.  As always, if you like what you hear please share this with your friends and leave us a five star review and if you have any questions for the show drop us an email at [email protected] with email title The Matchbox Podcast or head over to ignitioncoachco.com and fill out The Matchbox Podcast listener question form. Alight let’s get into it!   For more social media content, follow along @ignitioncoachco @adamsaban6 @dizzle_dillman @dylanjawnson @kait.maddox   https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanJohnsonCycling https://www.ignitioncoachco.com  https://www.youtube.com/@DrewDillmanChannel   Intro/ Outro music by AlexGrohl - song "King Around Here" - https://pixabay.com/music/id-15045/    The following was generated using Riverside.fm AI technologies   Summary In this conversation, Dizzle and Michael Seiler discuss their coaching journeys, the importance of finding the right coach, and the intricacies of bike fitting. They explore the common mistakes athletes make during bike fits, the significance of mobility in performance, and the nuances of saddle positioning. The discussion emphasizes the collaborative nature of coaching and the need for open communication between athletes and coaches. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of bike fitting, focusing on saddle selection, height, and the importance of professional fitting. They discuss how individual anatomy affects saddle choice, the significance of sit bone width, and the common pitfalls of incorrect saddle height. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of regular bike fittings, especially with the evolution of bike technology, to enhance comfort and performance. In this conversation, Adam and Michael Seiler discuss the critical aspects of bike fitting, including the importance of proper fit for performance, the challenges of virtual fittings, the trend of shorter crank arms, and the balance between fitting the bike to the rider and helping the rider adapt to the bike. They emphasize the educational component of bike fitting and the need for ongoing adjustments as athletes improve their strength and flexibility.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Coaching Relationships 02:45 The Importance of Finding the Right Coach 06:00 Michael Seiler's Coaching Journey and Bike Fitting 08:59 Understanding the Bike Fitting Process 12:04 Common Mistakes in Bike Fitting 14:50 The Role of Mobility in Performance 17:53 Saddle Positioning and Adjustments 24:56 Saddle Selection: The Personal Fit 31:03 Saddle Height and Positioning 45:02 The Importance of Professional Bike Fitting 48:22 The Importance of Proper Bike Fitting 52:41 Virtual Bike Fitting Challenges 53:10 Short Crank Arm Craze: Pros and Cons 01:00:02 Balancing Bike Fit and Rider Adaptation 01:07:41 Creating a Performance Package for Athletes