BrianJ wrote:
Bike fit needs to come before you even talk bikes. Does he need a very tall stack height like a Specialized Roubaix or can he go with a more moderate stack height like a Cervelo R2/S2. If he wants an aero road bike then the Cervelo S2 has a decently tall stack height and fits in his budget but still fit first.
A bike fit is good and I'm glad I had a great experience. However, a bike fit doesn't necessarily get me on the right bike. A bike fit will eliminate some frame sizes/geometry. A bike fit will have me feeling better on the bike of my choice.
The choice/purpose of the ride comes first. If a person wants to go from a tri-bike to a road bike, MTB, etc., then ask the person who did your last fit about the bike(s) that you are considering and whether or not you could fit on those bikes. That could save you from buying the wrong size for you and that's very worthwhile.
Then get another bike fit.
Question: How much time do you spend with your new ride, appreciating it and noticing its differences before you get a fit for your new ride?
Indoor Triathlete - I thought I was right, until I realized I was wrong.