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Bike fitting in Chambéry and Aix-les-Bains: why have it done by an osteopath

Looking for a bike fit near Chambéry? The practice is in Viviers-du-Lac, 10 minutes from Chambéry and 5 minutes from Aix-les-Bains. The bike fit is carried out by an osteopath (D.O.) specialised in cycling biomechanics, not by a salesperson.

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Bike fitting near Chambéry and Aix-les-Bains: cyclist on an indoor trainer at the Viviers-du-Lac practice

What is bike fitting?

Bike fitting, or a bike fit, is the complete analysis of your position on the bike. It has three aims: improve power transfer, prevent the pain caused by poor posture (back, knees, neck, hands) and adapt the equipment to your body, not the other way round. Precise adjustment of saddle height, handlebar position, stem length or cleat orientation radically changes your experience on the bike.

Why an osteopath and bike fitter makes the difference

A whole-body reading

A bike technician works from static body measurements. An osteopath goes further, analysing your body in motion and identifying your joint restrictions, your asymmetries and your compensations. The position you end up with respects not only your bike but, above all, your real physiology.

Your history matters

An old knee injury, a herniated disc or an operated shoulder directly influences your ideal position. I always factor them into the analysis.

The link between posture and pain

Many cyclists come to see me after persistent pain: low back pain, patellofemoral pain, Achilles tendinitis, neck pain. In most cases the origin is postural. The advantage of an osteopathic approach: identifying the cause, not just relieving the symptom. And if hands-on treatment is needed, it is done in the same session.

The process at the practice

  1. Initial assessmentGoals, riding, history, any pain.
  2. Body measurementsLimb length, ranges of motion, flexibility, with connected sensors.
  3. Dynamic analysis on the indoor trainerJoint alignment, pedalling symmetry, cleat orientation, overall position.
  4. Setup and adjustmentsSaddle, setback, stem, handlebar, cleats. Every adjustment is explained.
  5. Validation and written reportNew settings validated while pedalling, written report with your measurements.
Detail of a road bike being adjusted during a bike fitting
Prices

Bike fitting prices

Full bike fit

€250 1.5 to 2 hours

Road, gravel or MTB. The core service for riding without pain and with better efficiency.

  • Osteopathic assessment: history, pain, mobility, asymmetries
  • Body measurements with connected sensors
  • Dynamic analysis on an indoor trainer
  • Full bike setup: saddle, handlebar, stem, and cleats for one pair of shoes
  • Written report with your fit measurements
  • Access to follow-up in the FramIQ app
  • Adjustments included for about three months after the bike fit: send a text or call, and we set up an appointment
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Time trial bike or road bike with aerobars: €280. Additional bike on the same day: + €60 (+ €90 for a TT bike). Second pair of shoes: 10% off.

Two-step bike fit: before and after you buy

€250 2 appointments within 3 months

Buying a bike? The same bike fit, at the same price, split in two: before you buy to choose the right size, after to set it up.

  • 1st appointment: assessment and body measurements, ideal fit measurements, recommended frame size, stem, cranks and saddle
  • You order your bike, in a shop or online, with the right numbers
  • 2nd appointment, once the bike arrives: full setup, cleats, validation on the indoor trainer
  • Written report and follow-up in the FramIQ app
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In-depth buying advice option: + €50 if you do not yet know which bike to choose (brands, models, geometry comparison, shortlist of 2 or 3 bikes). €300 in total.

Basic bike fit

€90 1 hour

For e-bikes, city bikes and hybrids: the basic setup to ride without pain.

  • Saddle height and setback
  • Handlebar height and reach
  • Advice on position and pedalling
  • E-bike, hybrid, city bike
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Who can benefit from a bike fit?

  • Road and gravel cyclists preparing a season, a sportive or a specific goal.
  • Mountain bikers who want more comfort and efficiency on trail or enduro rides.
  • Triathletes who need a precise aero position they can hold and that is compatible with running.
  • Cyclists with recurring pain linked to riding.
  • Beginners who want to start on the right footing with a new bike.

Where is the practice?

3C chemin du Nèple, 73420 Viviers-du-Lac, in Savoie. From Chambéry: 10 minutes. From Aix-les-Bains: 5 minutes. From La Motte-Servolex, Tresserve or Le Bourget-du-Lac: under 15 minutes. From Annecy: 40 minutes. Directions. Free parking, online booking on Doctolib (the booking page is in French, it takes two minutes).

Dedicated pages: bike fit in Chambéry, in Aix-les-Bains, in Annecy.

FAQ

Bike fitting in Chambéry: your questions

Are “bike fitting” and an “étude posturale” the same thing?

Yes. “Bike fitting” is the English term, “étude posturale vélo” the French one. In both cases, the aim is to adapt the bike to your body and your riding. At the practice, the bike fit adds an osteopathic examination of the body before the adjustments.

Where can I get a bike fit in Chambéry?

At the practice in Viviers-du-Lac, 10 minutes from Chambéry city centre via the N201 towards Aix-les-Bains. The bike fit is carried out by an osteopath, which means a stiffness or pain that gets in the way of your position can be treated in the same session. Free parking on site.

How much does a bike fit cost in Chambéry?

The full bike fit costs €250 (€280 for a time-trial bike or a bike with aerobars), cleats included. Additional bike on the same day: + €60. Cleat setup alone: €40 per pair. Prices are the same whether you come from Chambéry, Aix-les-Bains or Annecy.

What happens if my bike is not the right size for me?

I tell you plainly and give you the geometry and size you would need. If you are buying, the full bike fit is done in two steps at the same price of €250: measurements and recommendations before, setup once the bike arrives.

Treatment room at the Viviers-du-Lac practice

Ready to optimise your position?

A bike fit by an osteopath is not just for professionals. It is an investment in riding better, for longer and without pain.

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