Effects of a Professional Objective Bike Fit on Power Output and Comfort

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Healthy Population

In brief

This study aims to evaluate whether an objective, data-driven bike fitting using the id match 3D motion capture system improves power output in recreational cyclists. Participants will complete two cycling performance tests, a 6-second Wingate Anaerobic Test (PPT6) and a 20-minute Functional Threshold Power (FTP) test, before and after receiving a professional bike fitting. The primary outcome is the change in power output on both tests. Secondary outcomes include subjective measures of comfort, pain, and perceived exertion. The goal is to determine whether bike fitting alone, independent of training, can enhance both performance and the overall riding experience.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06988384

Run by

University of Wisconsin, River Falls

People needed

12

Starts

2024-01-01

Expected to finish

2024-12-31

Last updated by the study team

2025-05-30

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 64. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Participates in structured exercise more than 2 times per week (≥ 30 minutes per session) Owns a road or gravel bicycle Available for two laboratory visits within a 96-hour period Passes the PAR-Q+ questionnaire

You may not qualify if…

• Has previously undergone a professional bicycle fitting

Where it is running

• University of Wisconsin - River Falls — River Falls, Wisconsin, United States

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