20/07/2023 Bikefitting in Lanzarote
Do you know what Bike is? Fitting ? We explain it to you in this post, so that you know exactly what you have to ask for in a rental bicycle in Lanzarote when you decide to visit the island.
 

What the bike is about fit 

The bike fit , or bike fitting , is a study that is done to adjust the size of a bicycle to the cyclist. In other words, it is the customization of a racing bicycle , or any other type, so that the cyclist gives the best effort and avoids the risk of injury.
 
To do this, various factors are taken into account, such as biomechanics, size, bike performance and human physical wear.
 

How to do the Bike Fitting 

The bike fit begins by performing a biomechanical evaluation. And what is biomechanics? It is the way in which each person moves, it is the knowledge of which motor patterns are put into operation and the physical consequences of these movements.
 
The height of the person, the length of the legs and elbows, and the length of the torso are taken into account; Thus, both the height of the pedals and the saddle, and the distance between them and the handlebars, will be appropriate according to the data provided.
 
Therefore, the bike fitting is biomechanics applied to cycling; Study how you behave on a bicycle, how tall your body is and the distance relationship that must exist between each element of the bike and the parts of your body; all for efficient handling and better performance.
 
Biomechanical analyzes can be done in specialized studies, and of course, they are detailed and personalized analyzes of each cyclist, in order to adjust the bicycles to their measurements and needs.
 
In this sense, many racing bicycle manufacturers include the bike option. fitting to offer a completely personalized bicycle, so that you can feel absolutely comfortable when pedaling and racing.
 

What is the function of the bike fit 

As you may have realized, the primary function of the bike fit is to avoid injuries for cyclists by having to force the body to adapt to the bike. A standard road bike , for example, can cause serious muscle and joint pain.
So, the function of the bike fit is to generate comfort in cyclists to develop all their physical conditions when pedaling bikes, and promote more natural postures.
 

Parts of the body that improve with the bike fit 

As we mentioned, muscle and joint discomfort is inevitable if the bike is not adjusted. The elbows, knees, back and neck are the parts most affected by poor position.
 
The elbows, because they support the weight of your body when you rest it on the handlebars – which is why they need to be in the most comfortable position possible; the knees, because the continuous movement, if the seat and the pedals do not have the appropriate distance, cause the joints to suffer excessively.
 
The back and neck, because they are the parts that suffer in the long term. It is therefore essential to correctly calculate the distance between the saddle, handlebars and pedals to minimize possible injuries.
 

What if you use a rental bike in Lanzarote?

Renting a bike is a different process than buying a custom bike, of course. However, the rental bike in Lanzarote offers you the possibility of configuring it to give you a perfect experience .
 
When renting online, there is a section for you to indicate your size (from size S to XL), and your height, in centimeters or feet. In this way, we will personalize the bike you rent by adjusting the distances of the saddle and pedals.
 
You can also choose the helmet and the type of pedals you want (normal, Shimano SPD for MTB or SL Road, Look pedals Keo or without pedals) so that when you do your routes around the island it is the most comfortable for you.
 
Any of our bikes can be configured to your measurements. In fact, it is recommended that you use the configuration service so that we can provide you with cycling days as if it were your own bike.
 

Are you coming to pedal through Lanzarote with us?

If you already know the dates of your next getaway to Lanzarote , don't miss the opportunity to try one of our rental bikes and discover the island in a different way.

In our stores you will find the necessary material to enjoy your cycling trips through Lanzarote . You will be amazed by the number of different routes and wonderful landscapes that this paradise for cyclists has .
 
At Papagayo Bike we have the best bicycle models of all types (road, MTB, touring...), you can try the model that best suits your characteristics. And don't worry about safety, all the rental material we use It is disinfected after each use , in our store you can find the necessary material to go pedaling on the roads of Lanzarote in complete safety .
 
You can configure the bicycle to your needs, such as the size of the bicycle, the type of pedals, etc.…
 
Plan your adventure through Lanzarote on one of our rental bicycles.
 
By the way, we take our road bikes wherever you tell us , so you don't waste time looking for a place where rent a road bike and earn it to do your cycling getaways through Lanzarote .
 
More than 21 years of experience in the world of bicycles support us.