Bike fits and cycling physio, answered.

Any time you are uncomfortable on the bike or want to ride better. The classic triggers are buying a new bike (every frame needs its own position), any pain or niggle while riding such as knee pain, lower back ache, neck tension or numb hands or feet, and a real change in your fitness, flexibility or goals. After an injury or surgery that affects how you move, it is worth getting re fitted so your position suits your body now. And if it has been more than a couple of years since your last fit, your body and your riding have probably moved on, so a reassessment is a good idea. See our bike fit options.

A lot more than a standard physio appointment. We assess how your body moves both on and off the bike, diagnose and treat the issue using cycling specific techniques, and analyse your pedalling and position to find what is driving the problem. You leave with a personalised exercise program for your needs, whether that is recovery, prevention or performance, plus a clear return to riding plan that builds you back up safely. Throughout, the focus is helping you ride stronger and longer with less injury risk.

Yes, and they are a real part of the process. We usually suggest a follow up two to four weeks after your initial fit or physio assessment, once your body has had time to adapt. That session lets us fine tune your position based on how it actually felt out on the road and sort out anything that has come up. Getting a fit right is often an iterative thing, and the follow up makes sure you get the full benefit. A follow up physiotherapy consultation is 30 minutes for $130, claimable on private health under code 505.

Absolutely. Plenty of riders have a few bikes for different jobs, and each one needs its own fit. A road bike is set up very differently to a gravel, mountain or time trial bike, and even two bikes in the same category can differ because of frame geometry and components. We can carry your fit data across similar bikes and adjust for the different riding style, so your commuter prioritises comfort and visibility while your race bike leans into aero and power. If you want more than one bike fitted, just let us know when you book and we will sort the timing.

Your comfort is the whole point, so if something is not feeling right, contact us and we will make it right. Most fit issues come good with minor tweaks at a follow up, since it sometimes takes a few rides for your body to settle into a new position. We keep the conversation open and keep working with you until you are happy on the bike. Nobody leaves Ciclo feeling worse than when they arrived.

Turn up ready to ride. Wear your normal cycling kit rather than baggy clothes so we can see how you actually move, and bring your cycling shoes with your cleats on. Bring the bike itself plus any pedals and accessories you normally use, including aerobars or a GPS if they affect your position. Come hydrated but skip a big meal beforehand, since there is some light riding involved. If you have old fit reports, notes on past injuries, or a clear sense of where you get sore, bring those too. Experimenting with a couple of saddles or stems? Bring them along.

Dress exactly as you would for a normal ride. Snug cycling shorts and a jersey work far better than loose clothing, which hides how your joints are moving. Your usual cycling shoes are essential, since different shoes change your foot position and everything above it. Do not wear anything too warm, as you will work up a light sweat pedalling indoors. Bring your helmet as well, even if it feels odd indoors, because it affects how you hold your head, neck and back, and bring any cap or sunglasses you normally ride in.

Not necessarily. A lot of fit issues are solved just by adjusting what you already have, like saddle height and angle, bar position and cleat placement. Sometimes a component change helps, such as a different stem for reach, a saddle that suits your anatomy better, or new cleats. If we ever suggest a part, we explain why and talk through the cost first. Any new components are separate from the fit fee, and we will help you prioritise based on impact and budget.

It depends how much we changed. Small tweaks often feel right on the first ride, while bigger changes usually take two to four rides to settle as your body adapts. Some improvements keep developing as your flexibility and muscles catch up to the new position. You will notice the change at first, but any discomfort should ease with each ride, not build. If you are still sore or hitting the same original problem after a couple of weeks of regular riding, get in touch and we will take another look.

Yes, it is one of our specialties. Our cycling specific physiotherapy is built around the demands cycling puts on the body, and we regularly treat knee pain, lower back and neck issues, shoulder pain and numb hands or feet. We look at both your position and your body mechanics to work out whether the pain is coming from the fit, a muscle imbalance, an old injury or a training error. Where it helps, we coordinate with your GP or specialist, and we aim to fix the underlying cause, not just settle the symptom.

Definitely. Cleat position is one of the most important and most overlooked parts of a fit, because it affects everything from your feet up through your knees, hips and back. We assess your foot mechanics and natural pedalling motion to set your cleats fore and aft and rotationally, so power transfers well and your joints are not stressed. If your current pedals do not suit your foot or your riding, we can suggest alternatives, and we will happily run you through safe clipping in and out if you are new to it.

More common than people think, and we are experienced with it. We first work out whether the difference is structural, meaning an actual bone length difference, or functional, coming from muscle imbalance or pelvic alignment. From there the fix might be a shim under the cleat, a wedge, or specific position tweaks that accommodate the difference while keeping your biomechanics sound. We also check whether it is contributing to any pain, since a lot of riders quietly compensate in ways that cause problems elsewhere.

Yes. We fit road, gravel, time trial, mountain, track, commuter and e bikes, all with the same physio led approach. If you have a specific question about your e bike setup, get in touch and we will talk it through.

Yes, we fit across all of them, because each discipline asks something different of your position. Road leans into aero and power with a lower, more forward position. Gravel balances performance with comfort for longer, rougher days. Mountain biking wants control and a more upright, dynamic position. Time trial and triathlon push hard on aero while staying sustainable for the distance. Commuting and recreational riding prioritise comfort, visibility and easy handling. Each one changes how we set bar height, reach, saddle position and overall geometry, and we are comfortable optimising any of them.

Absolutely, and it can save you real money and grief. Our online pre purchase fit is a 30 minute physio led call, $99, that nails your ideal frame size and geometry before you buy, from anywhere in Australia. We give you specifics on size, reach and stack so you are looking at the right models, and we consider not just where you are now but where your riding is heading. It is especially handy if you are switching disciplines, coming back after time off, or making your first serious bike purchase.

Yes. We can look after cycling clubs, corporate teams and groups with multiple riders needing fits or physio. That can include on site fitting clinics, injury prevention workshops and education sessions on bike setup and cycling biomechanics. It is a good way for a club or workplace to support healthy riding and cut down cycling niggles across the group. Get in touch with what you have in mind and we will build something to suit.

• More than 24 hours notice. No charge for cancellations or rescheduling.
• Less than 24 hours notice. 100% of the fee will be charged.
• Same day rescheduling. No fee if you reschedule to another time on the same day, subject to availability.

Bike fits take a $100 deposit at booking, which comes straight off the price of your fit on the day. Full details are in our terms and conditions.

Yes, every client gets written documentation of their session. Fit reports include all your measurements and position settings, so you can replicate your setup if you travel, get mechanical work done, or buy another bike. That covers saddle height, reach, cleat positions and any other relevant specs. Physio clients also get their exercise program, stretching guidance and any return to riding instructions. We can include photos or video of your position on request, which is handy for tracking changes or sharing with another practitioner.

As a rule of thumb, recreational riders benefit from a professional check every two to three years, and sooner if something changes. Big shifts in fitness, weight, flexibility or an injury are all good reasons, as are major bike changes like a new frame, wheels or components. Any new pain that shows up during or after rides is worth reassessing, and so is a change in your goals or riding style. Higher mileage and competitive riders often benefit from more frequent checks, and as we age a periodic look keeps things comfortable and prevents overuse niggles.

They are welcome, and it is often useful, since a partner or family member can learn the setup and support your riding. Space in the fitting area is a little limited though, so please mention it when you book if someone is coming along. For younger riders a parent or guardian is often helpful and sometimes required. We are always happy to answer questions from whoever comes with you, because education is a big part of how we work.

Absolutely. Cycling is brilliant for active ageing, and we have a lot of experience helping older riders stay comfortable, safe and out on the bike. Changes in flexibility, strength and joint mobility are normal, and we adapt the fit around them, often favouring a more upright position that eases the neck and back and keeps handling easy. We take any health conditions, medications and slower recovery into account, and we regularly help riders returning after time away or managing arthritis, joint replacements and similar.

Yes, we can guide positioning so you can keep riding comfortably and safely, alongside advice from your own healthcare provider, which always comes first. Cycling is a great low impact option through much of pregnancy, but your position needs change as your body does. We focus on comfort and safety around a growing belly and shifting centre of gravity, often raising the bars for a more upright position, adjusting saddle tilt, and making mounting and dismounting easy. Our suggestions complement, never override, the advice of your obstetrician or midwife.

Yes. Fitting a growing body needs a slightly different approach, since a young rider's proportions, strength and flexibility are all still developing. We usually set a more conservative position that has room to adapt as they grow, and we let parents know when a re fit might be due after a growth spurt. A parent or guardian needs to be involved for consent and to understand the recommendations. We put a big emphasis on safety, handling skills and good mechanics that will serve young riders for years.