Originally Posted by
SouthFLpix
I think only pro racers and dentists can afford to really pay for a professional to come out and have you ride the trainer while they slowly optimize your fit for comfort, all the while recording your position on video to be analyzed later in conjunction with power meter readings.
I had it done for about $100. I was having numbness issues on long rides, and I think most men would spend $100 to avoid that. Of course, I had to go to the fitter. He didn't "come out" and he just watched me live, no video and no power meter. A good fitter, BTW, will talk to you and find out if you want your position optimized for power or comfort. I ended up with a much more upright fit than I started with (and probably less power) but it's been very comfortable.
The thing that surprised me most was that the fitter lowered my saddle quite a bit. I can't put both feet down, but a can comfortably put a toe down and stabilize myself while I'm on the saddle. Is that breaking the rule?