Professional Bike Fitting in South London
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If you're looking for a professional bike fit in South London, Elite Cycling's Performance Centre at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is within easy reach of cyclists across South and South East London.
Led by experienced cycling coach and bike fitter Paul Mill, our bike fitting service is designed to help you find a riding position that's comfortable, efficient and appropriate for the way you actually ride.
Whether you're a competitive cyclist, triathlete, sportive rider or simply want to feel better on your bike, a professional bike fit can help identify the adjustments that could make a significant difference.
Bike Fitting at Crystal Palace
All bike fitting appointments take place at the Elite Cycling Performance Centre at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre.Our location makes us particularly accessible for cyclists travelling from:
We also regularly work with cyclists from across London and the surrounding areas.
Why Choose Elite Cycling?
A bike fit shouldn't simply be about following a formula or adjusting a few measurements.
Paul brings decades of experience in cycling, coaching and performance to the fitting process. Every rider is different, which means your riding history, goals, flexibility, biomechanics, previous injuries and the type of cycling you do all need to be considered.
The aim isn't to make you fit a predetermined position.
It's to find a position that works for you.
Bike Fitting for Different Riders
Our bike fitting service can support riders across a range of cycling disciplines, including:
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Road cycling
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Time trialling
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Triathlon
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Sportives and endurance events
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Competitive cycling
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Recreational cycling
We can also look at specific areas including saddle position, cleat setup and other factors affecting your position on the bike.
Find Bike Fitting Near You
If you're based elsewhere in South London, take a look at the relevant page below for more information about visiting Elite
Book Your Bike Fit
If you're experiencing discomfort, want to improve your position or simply want the reassurance that your bike is properly set up for you, get in touch with Paul to arrange a professional bike fit at the Elite Cycling Performance Centre in Crystal Palace.
In store prices below & for mobile fittings we add £50 surcharge for travel up to 30 minutes each way
Finding elitecycling at Crystal Palace Jubilee Stand
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Welcome to elitecycling at the Jubilee Stand, Crystal Palace Park.
Our centre is located within the historic Crystal Palace Park, with free parking directly outside the centre, making it easy to arrive by car, bike or public transport.
By car from Anerley HillIf you are approaching from Anerley Hill, turn into Crystal Palace Park and follow the signs through the green gate behind the athletics stadium. Continue through the park and follow the road around towards the Jubilee Stand. The Jubilee Stand is on your left, and you will find free parking directly outside our centre.
From Penge
You can also enter Crystal Palace Park from either Penge East or Penge West.
Enter the park from the bottom and continue straight ahead until you reach the perimeter road. Follow the perimeter road around to the Jubilee Stand, which is clearly located on the left-hand side.
Coming by train
Crystal Palace Station is very close to the centre. From the station it is approximately a 2-minute bike ride downhill to Crystal Palace Park and the Jubilee Stand.
Crystal Palace Park has undergone a fantastic transformation and is steeped in history, making it a great place to spend time before or after your session.
If you are bringing the family, there is plenty to enjoy while you have your fitting, including a lovely café and children's play area so there's plenty for the rest of the family to enjoy too.
We look forward to welcoming you to elitecycling at the Jubilee Stand.
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FAQ
1. Do I need a professional bike fit?
A professional bike fit is about much more than simply adjusting your saddle height. It looks at your cycling position, how your body interacts with the bike, and how your bike can be set up to improve comfort, efficiency and performance.
If you're experiencing knee pain when cycling, back or neck discomfort, numb hands, saddle discomfort, or simply feel that you are not quite comfortable on your bike, a professional bike fitting can identify where adjustments may help.
A bike fit can also be valuable if you're looking to improve your cycling performance, ride longer distances, or get more comfortable and efficient on the bike.
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2. Can a bike fit help with pain or discomfort when cycling?
Yes. Knee pain when cycling, lower-back pain, neck and shoulder discomfort, numb hands and saddle discomfort can sometimes be related to your riding position or how your bike is set up.
During a bike fit, we assess the relationship between you and your bike, looking at areas such as saddle height, saddle position, cleat position, handlebar reach and overall cycling position.
Every rider is different, so the aim isn't to force you into a particular position. It's to find a position that works with your body, your flexibility, your riding style and what you want to achieve on the bike.
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3. How do I know if my cycling position is correct?
Your cycling position should allow you to pedal smoothly and efficiently without creating unnecessary discomfort or excessive movement.
There isn't one set of measurements that works for everyone. A rider's flexibility, strength, mobility, proportions and riding objectives all need to be considered.
For example, saddle height affects the amount of knee flexion and extension through the pedal stroke, while saddle setback influences your relationship with the bottom bracket. Reach and handlebar position can also affect your weight distribution and upper-body position.
Your position should also reflect the type of riding you do. A recreational endurance rider may have different requirements from a racing or time-trial cyclist.
A professional bike fit assesses the whole rider-bike relationship, rather than focusing on one measurement in isolation.
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4. Can the wrong saddle height cause cycling pain?
Yes. Saddle height is one of the most important aspects of bike setup and can influence the way your legs and pelvis move throughout the pedal stroke.
If the saddle is too high, you may have to reach for the pedals at the bottom of the stroke. This can result in excessive knee extension and may cause the pelvis to rock from side to side as you try to maintain contact with the pedals.
If the saddle is too low, the knee remains more flexed throughout the pedal stroke. This can increase the amount of bending at the knee and may increase loading around the joint.
Both situations can contribute to discomfort for some riders, although saddle height is only one potential factor.
The correct saddle height depends on the individual rider and needs to be considered alongside factors such as leg length, flexibility, crank length, cleat position and saddle setback.
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5. Can incorrect cleat position cause cycling pain or discomfort?
Yes. Your cleats provide the connection between your feet and the bike, so their position can influence how your foot, ankle, knee and hip move through the pedal stroke.
Small changes in cleat position can alter your relationship with the pedal and may affect knee tracking, foot stability and the way forces are transferred through the leg.
Cleat position should therefore not simply be copied from one pair of cycling shoes to another. Your foot position, flexibility, anatomy, previous injuries and riding requirements all need to be considered.
Incorrect or unsuitable cleat positioning may contribute to discomfort, but it is rarely sensible to look at cleats in isolation. Saddle position, rider movement and overall bike setup all form part of the equation.
At elitecycling, cleat and foot position are considered as part of the complete bike-fitting process.
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Basic Fitting (Road)
Includes the following:​
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Consultation
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Cleat assesment
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Flexibility check
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Position changes
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Report on measurements
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Complimentary coffee or tea
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£150
Basic Fitting (TT and Triathlon)
Includes the following:​
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Consultation
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Cleat assesment
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Flexibility check
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Position changes
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Report on measurements
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Complimentary coffee or tea ​
£175
Fizik Saddle Fitting
Discover the ultimate solution for your cycling needs with expert saddle fitting. I carry the complete Fizik road saddle range designed to suit your unique anatomy. Whether you identify as a Snake (Arione) Chameleon (Antares) or Bull (Aliante) we have the perfect saddle for you in various widths. Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to a comfortable ride.
£50
Cleat and Footbed Fitting Service
If you are setting up your shoes for the first time or if you are just not sure if the cleats are in the correct position then this service is perfect for you. I will assess your shoes, your foot flexibility and check your medial arch profile to enable me to position your foot in such a way as to stabilise the foot and increase power without discomfort. Generally cycling shoes offer very little medial arch support so I will measure this to see if a footbed is required.
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Cleat Fitting £40
​Footbed Fitting including Footbeds £75
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Cleat & Footbed Fitting including Footbeds £100