We just posted a series of interviews with Fit Werx co-founder Ian Buchanan discussing how to buy the right bike the first time and some of the things to watch out for when shopping for new bikes and test riding. Most of the videos can be found on our Fitting Services page. There is also…
Fit Werx is proud to sponsor the world famous Stowe Derby Nordic Ski race again for 2010. Consider putting together a team and visit www.stowederby.com for information on this classic event that takes racers from the top of Mount Mansfield to the village of Stowe on cross country skis! Fun for skiers of all abilities.
While we don’t have all the descriptions and information we eventually want for each product, we recently added some big categories to the online store. Our Wheel Section is now one of the most informative on the web with reviews, full descriptions, specs and ratings on over 40 wheel models. Click into any model for…
Visit our Tech Center Mechanical Services Page and scroll through the options to see videos on the following subjects are now posted: How to Change a Tire Bicycle Maintenance and Cleaning Basic Road Bike Brake Adjustments Derailleur Adjustment Fundamentals Check them out!
Does Your Power Decline When Riding Indoors? By Dean Phillips, Fit Werx Many cyclists struggle to hold the same power output on a trainer that they maintain outside. Lack of motivation and scenery are often blamed, but the true answers are locked under the dust of your old physics textbooks from high school. I’ll save…
Happy Holidays from Fit Werx! Vermont holiday hours are listed below MA hours. Fit Werx2 in Peabody, MA will have the following store hours during the next two weeks: Closed, Friday, January1st – Happy New Year!!! Saturday, January 2nd 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Normal business hours starting back on Tuesday Fit Werx in Vermont…
Just in time for the Holidays, Fit Werx gift cards are now available for purchase online. Just click this link to the “Gift” category in the online store and select a dollar amount or a service you would like to give. Gift cards can be redeemed at either Fit Werx location, online or via phone…
Come spend a day a the New England Triathlon Symposium on Feb. 6, 2010 where you’ll enjoy expert led Seminars, clinics and workshops on all the topics that are key to making your upcoming season the best ever. Who is this for? Triathletes and Triathlon Coaches When/Where: Sat. Feb 6, 2010 starting at 7:00 a.m….
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Since the August 2009 “Tech Support” on bearings was published, I’ve been asked some good follow up questions about choosing bearings and bearing ratings. Question 1) “I’m not that technical. What is the biggest thing to focus on when choosing a replacement bearing?” Look…
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine In the April 2009 issue of Triathlete, in the Tech Support column, there was an article that mentioned ceramic (hybrid) bearings and recommended a Grade 3 bearing or better. From the Internet, I found that some manufacturers say Grade 5 bearings are the best…
Please note that Fit Werx 2, in Peabody, MA, will be closed from Tuesday, December 1st through Monday, December 7th. We will have limited access to email and phone calls, but we will be sure to get back to you upon our return on Tuesday the 8th. Thank you
A version of this article was originally published in Triathlete Magazine Dear Tech Support, I have had a road bike for a few years, but am new to triathlon. At the end of last season I added aerobars to make my bike more triathlon specific. They have not been very comfortable though and my friends…