WCF becomes Iowa's FIRST and ONLY RETUL 3-D Bike Studio

Posted Aug 25, 2008
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Professional and amateur cyclists alike get an instant fix with the world's most high-tech fitting system

State of the art bike fit technology Waukee, IA Waukee Cycling & Fitness is proud to announce that we will be the first and only Retul Studio in Iowa. Many of you may know someone (or maybe yourself) that have traveled several hours to have one of these fittings. Now you can drive to your favorite bike shop!!! “Bike fitting can make a huge difference in your efficiency,” says Franko Vatterott, co-founder of Retul. “Before you go and drop money on all the carbon fiber bling, getting your bike to fit correctly could make an even bigger difference.” RETUL - The world's most comprehensive and dynamic 3-D motion Capture fit system The Retul 3D system will be a perfect fit with the Serotta FitCycle that we have already been using under our current SICI system. Retul will arrive in approximately two weeks and we should be able to start scheduling fits by the end of September. I have included a little bit of information about Retul below and a link to view the video of the Retul process. RETUL videos

Make an Appointment now! Call Marvin or Stacey (515) 987-7333 Waukee Cycling and Fitness 30 Carefree Lane Waukee, IA http://www.waukeecyclingfitness.com

Why is Retül technology superior than existing bike fit systems? Capturing dynamic data from a rider allows a bike fitter to replicate the most realistic movements of the cyclist’s body that take place on the road or trail. The retül software compiles the data in the most comprehensive rider fit report available on the market. The fit report summarizes sub-millimeter accurate bike-fit specific measurements in 3-dimensions. The Retül also captures traditional performance data such as cadence & power. Excerpt from May 2008 Popular Science review You may never forget how to ride a bike, but remembering how it should fit is another story. For competitive cyclists, even minute adjustments to the frame can have a major impact on comfort and performance. Despite this, bike fitting has long been a black art with each technician employing her own method and metrics (plumb bob, video, rulers, etc.). Most methods have been inaccurate, tough to reproduce and based on the static position of the rider (not pedaling). Meanwhile, opposing views on the "right" fit have been difficult to reconcile without a standardized measurement method. Now Retul has introduced a motion-tracking system that may put those issues to rest. How it Works

Using eight (8) anatomical LED markers strategically placed on the wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and ball of the foot, the retül sensor gathers information in real time and transmits it to the PC. In real time.
It’s Accurate… to under a millimeter
It’s Objective… no human error
It’s Portable… take it to a race or to multiple shops
It’s Space Friendly… all you need is a fluid trainer and a laptop
Testimonials "Just have to say that you are the $#&% ! I have been dealing with hip issues for almost a year. After seeing you (2 weeks ago) and having you shim my right shoe, pain is almost 100% gone. I feel better and better every time I go for a bike or run." Frank Harney ------------------------------- "Thank you so much for your help setting me up on my bike - I rode 5 hours yesterday and it felt great (apart from the heat) - a lot better and am very excited. thank you and will spread the word about how great you guys are" Take care Fee Docherty ------------------------------- "Retul Rocks! Thank you so much for the perfect fit. I have gone from having knee pain on every ride to no knee pain at all. After my fit last week,I have found more power with less effort. The smallest changes make such a huge difference. I owe something to Retul for my best season to come in 2008! " Eugene O'Donnell
WELCOME BACK! by the way - BIKEIOWA would like to welcome Waukee Cycling & Fitness back for their 2nd year of sponsorship! They have been in business since June 2007 and have been going strong ever since! Waukee Cycling & Fitness is a full service bicycle shop located in beautiful Waukee, Iowa right off the Raccoon River Valley Trail.