BIKE FITTING
At Cycle Store Zurich, we’re strong advocates for a good bike fit. It makes cycling more comfortable, fun and helps limit injuries.
On top of that, there are quantifiable performance gains to be had from an improved position.
WELCOME TO THE GURU EXPERIENCE -
THE WORLD'S MOST ADVANCED FIT SYSTEM
THE GURU FIT SYSTEM™ enables cyclists of all ages and experience
levels to find the perfect bike and riding position to match their personal preferences.
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GURU DYNAMIC FIT UNIT
The state-of-the-art, computer-controlled GURU DYNAMIC FIT UNIT™ (DFU™) adjusts your riding position in real-time to maximize your comfort and efficiency.
Incline/decline adjustment allows you to test riding positions while ascending or descending to simulate riding conditions.
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GURU SOFTWARE
GURU'S TAILORED FIT REPORT provides you with a comprehensive overview of your fit data, which can be used to set up a new bike or optimize an existing bike.
GURU's Virtual Ride™ combines the real-time action of the DFU™ with the integrated Computrainer unit to adjusts resistance to replicate changes in terrain.
BIKE FIT SERVICES
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GURU BIKE Fit + Saddle Pressure Mapping
Time: 3 hrs
Price: CHF 590
Who is this for?For cyclists seeking to resolve discomfort or maximize performance before racing, professional fitting is vital. It’s the ultimate solution for riders tackling persistent issues like saddle pain, numbness, sores, or physical asymmetries, ensuring you're fully optimized and pain-free for your next big event.
What’s included?
• Diagnostic review: Detailed assessment of your current position, performance objectives, and specific physical complaints.
• Functional screening: Comprehensive evaluation of your body's mobility, stability, and cycling-specific motor control.
• Hybrid dynamic fit: Adjustments made to your own bike with GURU DFU integration to test alternative components.
• Advanced pressure mapping: High-tech saddle analysis to visualize and eliminate hot spots and discomfort.
• Precision cleat setup: Expert alignment for one pair of shoes (multiple pairs available for a time-based surcharge).
• Bespoke support: Dedicated time to craft custom-molded insoles tailored to your unique foot shape, if required.
• Postural training: Professional ergonomics coaching to refine your on-bike form and long-distance sustainability.
• Technical implementation: Precision adjustment of your existing bicycle to its newly optimized fit coordinates.
• Data transparency: Complete fit coordinates and geometry measurements supplied for your future reference.
• Comparative analysis: High-definition before-and-after video and a summary of all mechanical modifications.
• Conditioning plan: Prescribed off-bike exercises designed to improve your stability and overall riding performance.
What’s not included?
• Component costs: Materials like wedges, shims, insoles, saddles, or stems are billed separately.
• Extensive labor: Labor exceeding the two-hour window, especially for proprietary integrated systems or triathlon bikes.
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GURU BIKE FIT
Time: 2 hrs
Price: CHF 395
Who is this for?Perfect for cyclists currently riding pain-free who want to validate their setup, maximize efficiency, and ensure their position is professionally fully optimized.
What’s included?
• Optimization audit: Assessment of your current setup and a discussion regarding your specific cycling goals.
• Physical assessment: Evaluation of your functional range of motion, stability, and body mechanics on the bike.
• Active adjustment: A data-driven dynamic fit performed directly on your existing bicycle for maximum efficiency.
• Standard saddle fit: Conventional analysis of your saddle position to ensure proper pelvic support and comfort.
• Cleat alignment: Precision setup for one pair of cycling shoes (surcharge for additional pairs).
• Technique guidance: Practical ergonomics training to help you maintain a more aerodynamic and powerful posture.
• Mechanical calibration: Expert adjustment of your current bike to match the refined fit specifications.
• Fit report: Comprehensive digital coordinates provided to ensure your data is saved for future use.
• Video summary: Visual documentation of your before-and-after position and a summary of the changes made.
• Support exercises: Professional recommendations for off-bike mobility work to support your optimized position.
What’s not included?
• Component costs: Materials like wedges, shims, insoles, saddles, or stems are billed separately.
• Extensive labor: Labor exceeding the two-hour window, especially for proprietary integrated systems or triathlon bikes.
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GURU PRE-PURCHASE BIKE FIT INCL. SADDLE PRESSURE MAPPING
Time: 3 hrs
Price: CHF 590
Who is this for?Eliminate the guesswork before buying your next bike. This two-part service provides expert sizing guidance for your purchase, followed by a dedicated secondary session to professionally dial in your actual position once your new ride arrives, ensuring a perfect fit from day one.
What’s included?
• Pre-purchase consultation: Analysis of goals, complaints, and current setup (if applicable) to guide your search.
• Physical screening: Specialized evaluation of your cycling-specific mobility, core stability, and motor control.
• Virtual simulation: Dynamic fit performed on the GURU DFU to identify your ideal geometry before you buy.
• Interface analysis: Conventional saddle fitting to determine the correct profile and support for your anatomy.
• Cleat synchronization: Precision alignment for one pair of shoes (surcharge applies for additional pairs).
• New bike finalization: A complimentary follow-up session once your bike arrives to implement the final fit specs.
• Efficiency coaching: Targeted ergonomics training to optimize your posture and pedaling technique on the new bike.
• Expert procurement guide: Specific model recommendations comparing frame, crank, and cockpit dimensions. Includes unlimited Cycle Store Zurich brands and two external brands (further external bikes: 35 CHF each).
• Fit documentation: Full coordinates provided for your records to ensure future setup consistency.
• Visual analysis: Before-and-after video summary of positional changes (for clients with an existing bike).
• Legacy adjustment: Optional setup of your current bike to match new specs (available via time-based surcharge).
• Performance roadmap: Professional recommendations for off-bike exercises to enhance your comfort and power.
What’s not included?• Component costs: Materials like wedges, shims, insoles, saddles, or stems are billed separately.
• Extensive labor: Labor exceeding the two-hour window, especially for proprietary integrated systems or triathlon bikes.
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CLEAT FITTING
Time: 30 min
Price: CHF 95
Who is this for?Cyclists with foot burning or numbness, or foot, achilles, calf, or knee pain.
What’s included?
Assessment of current position and discussion of client’s goals and specific complaints
Cycling-specific lower body assessment of the rider’s mobility, stability, motor control
Adjustment of cleat position with help of necessary equipment (wedges, shims, insoles) of one pair of shoes. Cleat fitting for multiple pairs of shoes available for a time-based surcharge.
Shoe recommendations as needed
What’s not included?
Materials and parts required to achieve new fit, i.e. cleat wedges, shims, insoles.
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Custom Moulded Insoles
Time: 30min
Price: CHF 295 incl. Insoles
Who is this for?Cyclists seeking to optimize the foot-pedal interface, eliminate discomfort, and maximize power transfer through a custom insole.
What’s included?
Custom Moulded Insoles: Bespoke insoles made to your specific foot shape to improve arch support and stability.
Precision 3D Foot Scan: High-resolution digital mapping to capture the unique contours and volume of your feet.
Biomechanical Consultation: A detailed review of your current insoles, injury history, and performance goals to address specific pain points like numbness or "hot spots."
Functional Mobility Assessment: A cycling-specific screening of your lower body mobility, stability, and motor control to identify how your anatomy affects your pedal stroke.
Shoe recommendations as needed.
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Bike Fit Follow-Up
Time: 60 min
Price: CHF 195
Who is this for?Minor adjustments for clients who have had a bike fit at Cycle Store Zurich within the last 2 months.
meet our bike fitter - JOshua francis
Joshua Francis is a highly skilled and certified bike fitter with the International Bike Fitting Association. Originally hailing from South Africa, Joshua has an extensive background in road racing and a comprehensive understanding of cycling mechanics. His passion for cycling is complemented by his strength and conditioning expertise, enabling him to optimise cyclist positioning through a detailed assessment of their movements both on and off the bike.
With over five years of dedicated experience, Joshua has worked with a diverse range of cyclists, from beginners purchasing their first bicycle to seasoned Olympic and world champions. His clientele includes triathletes, road cyclists, gravel cyclists, and mountain bikers of all abilities and skill levels. Joshua's international experience spans across South Africa, Sweden, and currently, Switzerland, where he continues to refine his bike fitting techniques.
Joshua excels at identifying areas for improvement, not only by adjusting the bike setup but also by recommending targeted exercises to enhance off-bike performance. His approach is centered around optimizing performance while reducing the risk of injury, ensuring each cyclist achieves their maximum potential.
Joshua’s commitment to excellence and his personalised approach make him an invaluable asset to anyone looking to enhance their cycling experience.
