Bikefit FAQ Perth | Professional Bikefit Questions Answered

Our Professional Bikefit Perth service is delivered exclusively by physiotherapists trained in cycling biomechanics and injury management.

We combine:

• Injury history assessment

• Strength and mobility screening

• Pelvic stability analysis

• Cleat and foot biomechanics

• Gebiomized dynamic saddle pressure mapping

• High-speed video analysis

Technology supports our assessment — it does not replace clinical reasoning.

In most cases, no — and here’s why.

Around 80% of saddle discomfort is caused by an underlying bike position issue, rather than the saddle itself. If your position is not optimised, changing the saddle alone is often just guesswork and may not resolve the problem.

To accurately assess the cause of saddle pain, we need to ensure you are in the best possible riding position first.

At Star Physio WA, we use Gebiomized saddle pressure mapping technology to:

• Measure pressure distribution dynamically while you ride
• Identify whether the issue is due to position, stability or saddle shape
• Remove guesswork from saddle selection

This allows us to determine with precision whether:

• Your current saddle is appropriate
• Your position needs adjustment
• A different saddle design is required

If a new saddle is needed, we can recommend the most suitable option and, where appropriate, supply Gebiomized saddles matched to your pressure profile.

👉 To do this properly, a full bikefit is required. This ensures your position and saddle are working together to provide comfort, support and performance.

You can read more about Star Physio’s bikefit for saddle pain here!

Yes. Every Professional Bikefit Perth appointment includes Gebiomized dynamic saddle pressure analysis.

This allows us to objectively assess pressure distribution, pelvic stability and load patterns while riding. It is particularly valuable for identifying causes of saddle discomfort, numbness and performance limitations.

Yes. All bikefit appointments are conducted as extended physiotherapy consultations and are eligible for private health rebates under physiotherapy.

Rebate amounts depend on your level of cover.

A comprehensive physiotherapist-led bikefit typically takes 80–120 minutes.

This includes injury screening, movement assessment, dynamic riding analysis, pressure mapping and position optimisation.

Please bring:

• Your bike, clean and in good working order

• The clothing, helmet and cycling shoes you normally ride in

• Any special tools or trainer adaptors if your bike uses uncommon components

• Relevant scans or referrals if attending for an injury

If you are planning significant modifications such as new cleats or tri bars, please install them before your appointment so we can optimise your position during the fit.

Yes. Saddle discomfort is commonly related to saddle height, pelvic stability and pressure distribution.

Using Gebiomized pressure mapping, we can objectively assess and adjust your position to reduce excessive pressure and improve comfort.

Systems such as Retul are measurement tools — not complete bike fitting systems.

Accurate bikefit depends on the expertise of the practitioner interpreting the data. Marker placement errors and failure to assess individual biomechanics can lead to inaccurate conclusions.

At Star Physio WA, we combine technology with physiotherapy expertise to interpret data in the context of your anatomy, injury history and performance goals.

Yes — a professional bikefit before purchasing a bike is one of the best ways to avoid costly mistakes and ensure long-term comfort and performance.

Many cyclists choose a bike based on basic sizing guides or shop advice. However, cycling is highly individual and influenced by factors such as flexibility, injury history, strength and riding goals. Without assessing these, it’s easy to end up on the wrong size or the wrong type of bike.

A pre-purchase bikefit at Star Physio WA allows us to:

• Identify the ideal frame size and geometry for your body
• Recommend the most suitable bike type (road, triathlon, gravel, etc.)
• Provide accurate fit measurements for your bike shop to use
• Reduce the risk of pain, discomfort or injury

If you already have a bike, we can use this to generate precise measurements for your next bike. If you don’t, we can assess you off the bike and guide your decision-making process.

This approach ensures your new bike is set up correctly from day one, with only minor follow-up adjustments required.

👉 For most cyclists, a bikefit before buying a bike saves time, money and frustration — and leads to a much better riding experience from the start.

Yes. We regularly help cyclists choose the right bike, frame size and setup.

If you already have a bike, the ideal approach is to bring your current bike in for a professional bikefit. This allows us to assess your position, movement and comfort on the bike.

From this, we provide:

• Accurate frame size recommendations
• Ideal position and fit measurements
• Guidance on frame geometry and bike type

Your bike shop can then use these measurements to set up your new bike correctly from the start. A short follow-up bikefit is usually all that’s needed to fine-tune your position.

This is the most accurate way to ensure your new bike feels right from your first ride.

Yes — we can still guide you even if you don’t currently own a bike.

In this case, we recommend booking an initial consultation with one of our bikefit physiotherapists – James Lewin, Julie Pham, Amy Ross or Damian Oldmeadow.

We assess:

• Flexibility and mobility
• Injury history
• Strength and asymmetries
• Your cycling goals (comfort, performance, racing or recreational riding)

From this, we can recommend:

• The most suitable bike type
• The right frame size range
• Appropriate geometry for your body and goals

If you have bikes in mind, bring along links or screenshots and your budget. We can help you compare options and avoid costly mistakes.

We do have the ability to cut integrated seat posts (ISPs). However, due to the permanent nature of this modification, we strongly prefer to determine your ideal saddle height and position first using a similar bike with an adjustable seatpost.

This allows us to complete a dynamic physiotherapist-led bikefit and confirm your optimal position before any cutting is performed.

If possible, bringing another bike with you to the appointment can assist us in ensuring the correct height and position are achieved before modifying your ISP frame. This approach reduces the risk of costly errors and ensures the best possible outcome.

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