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SUMMARY:The Importance of a Good Bicycle Fit
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DESCRIPTION:How a properly fitted bicycle improves your riding enjoyment a
 nd safety..\nhttps://dpl.libnet.info/event/17278974
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><strong>This event is intended for teens a
 s well as an adult audience.</strong></p>\n<p>A properly fitted bicycle is
  one of the most effective ways to improve both safety and enjoyment while
  riding. In this presentation\, you'll learn how bike fit influences balan
 ce\, stability\, braking control\, visibility\, and confidence in a wide v
 ariety of riding conditions. We'll discuss how improper saddle height\, ha
 ndlebar reach\, cockpit setup\, cleat position\, and crank arm length can 
 contribute to discomfort\, fatigue\, poor bike handling\, and overuse inju
 ries that may increase the risk of crashes. You'll also learn how your rid
 ing position affects your ability to look ahead\, react quickly\, and main
 tain control in emergency situations.</p>\n<p>The presentation also explor
 es the principles of professional bike fitting and how small adjustments c
 an produce significant improvements in comfort\, efficiency\, and safety. 
 Through real-world examples\, you'll discover common bike fit mistakes\, s
 imple self-checks you can perform at home\, and when it's appropriate to s
 eek a professional bike fitting. Whether you're a recreational rider\, com
 muter\, fitness cyclist\, or experienced enthusiast\, you'll leave with pr
 actical knowledge and actionable strategies to help you ride more comforta
 bly\, reduce injury risk\, and stay safer every time you get on your bike.
 </p>\n<p><strong>About the Presenters:</strong>&nbsp\;<br /><br /><img src
 ="https://static.libnet.info/frontend-images/editor/dpl/Rick_and_Sue_Bike_
 fitting2.jpg" width="296" height="233" alt="" /></p>\n<p>Rick Schultz<br /
 >Rick\, our Master fitter\, has an extensive engineering\, computer progra
 mming\, and project management background. He is certified by the Internat
 ional Bike Fitting Institute (IBFI)&nbsp\;as a level 4 fitter and speciali
 zes in knee pain mitigation and teaching bike fitting education.</p>\n<p>S
 ue Schultz\, PhD<br />Sue is a Professor Emeritus in Neuroscience at the U
 niversity of Florida and an avid cyclist and exercise enthusiast. She rece
 ived numerous education awards during her 40-year tenure at UF and is curr
 ently applying her vast knowledge of online education to the development a
 nd delivery of the highest quality online bike fitting courses and virtual
  bike fits currently available.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;</p>\n<p>Questions? Contact <
 a href="mailto:jennym@deschuteslibrary.org">jennym@deschuteslibrary.org</a
 >&nbsp\;</p>\nhttps://dpl.libnet.info/event/17278974
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