Elite Bicycle Fitting Expertise at WA SportsMed Physiotherapy

At WA SportsMed Physiotherapy, we offer a premium service tailored specifically for cyclists, triathletes, and mountain bikers of all skill levels. Our renowned physiotherapists bring a unique blend of hands-on bike experience and advanced biomechanical knowledge to optimize your performance on the saddle.

Meet Our Bike Fitting Specialists: Leaders in the Field

Leon Vogels, is an APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist completing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and a Masters of Sports Physiotherapy. Leon commenced Bike fitting in 2000 and  has a wealth of bike fitting experience, including:

· Mentorship under the watchful eye of then Australian Institute of Sport Biomechanist Brian MacLean

· Previously completing the Retul (now Specialized^TM) training course

· Being a Physiotherapist for Professional teams (Such as Davitamon-Lotto, now Jumbo-Visma) 

· Previously QAS and WAIS Cycling, Triathlon and Rowing squads Bike Fitting preferred provider

Matt Howlett is a PhD candidate in Sports Biomechanics, researching bicycle saddle comfort in conjunction with AusCycling and the Australian National Cycling Team. Having completed a bachelor's degree in Sports Science and an Honors degree in Sports Biomechanics, Matt is currently employed by WAIS as the cycling performance scientist conducting Bike Fits and biomechanical assessment, aerodynamic testing and optimisation, performance and physiological testing, training prescription and load management.

Personalized Bike Fit Solutions: Maximizing Performance and Comfort

Our bike fitting Professionals are able to relate to real life bike issues including parts, sizing/pricing, athlete goals and the athlete 'psyche.' 

Bike fitting is always a combination of rider measurement, flexibility and strength and this interaction with the five contact points on the bicycle. A blended approach where performance and comfort are goals, and the body is taken into consideration is used. Therefore, WA SportsMed Bike Set Up can help a rider get the most out of their body, allowing them to be more efficient and powerful on the bike, while still considering each individual's flexibility and strength limits.

What is included?

The Bike Set Up and Biomechanical Assessment involves a two-hour consult which includes:

• Measurement of flexibility
• Video assessment of position
• Measurement of the bicycle, and
• Measurement of the rider fit to the bicycle

An electronic assessment of the position and required changes will be supplied. 

If necessary, a follow-up visit for tasks to increase flexibility, control and strength can be organised. 

If fine-tuning is required, it can be done at a reduced rate within two months of the initial fit.

Schedule your Appointment Today

Please call the clinic to book your Bike Fit 08 6311 9787

*For an initial Bike Fit you will be required to pay a $100 deposit at the time of booking. This is a part of the total cost of the appointment and is fully refundable should you need to reschedule or cancel up to 24 hours prior to day of appointment. This will be considered a cancellation fee and charged to you should you cancel within 24 hours or not attend your appointment.

Bike fits are only available on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We are unable to do Bike Fit outside of these times. If you try to book other times, your appointment will be rescheduled.

Appointment Duration

Allow approximately 2 hours (90minutes for a youth/ under 18 bike fit)

*Please note: Leon and Matt are happy to discuss, where appropriate, queries relating to bike setups and recommendations outside of appointments. However, due to increasing time spent on these, a small fee will now apply - $20 per 10-minute block.

Returning with another Bike? (Follow Up Visits)

Allow 90 minutes 

Cleat fitting is 45 minutes. You will need your bike and your old shoes with the old cleats (as they were installed preferably)

Costs / Fee

The initial cost is $385 with Leon Vogels and $350 with Matt Howlett 

Follow-up visits are $285 with Leon Vogels and $250 with Matt Howlett 

Youth Bike Fit (U/18) $275 - New Item!

Cleat fitting  $150 with Leon Vogels and $137 with Matt Howlett.

i.e., For each extra bike add 90 minutes time to the appointment time plus $285 with Leon and $250 with Matt.

Please note:
Health Rebates may apply to all appointments with Leon Vogels.
Health Care Rebates & final payments can be done on the day of your appointment.

If fine tuning to an initial Bike Fit is required it can be done at a  rate determined by the treating Physiotherapist.

What you need to do for your appointment:

Bike clean?

Make sure your bike is clean (including cleats), adjustable (ie no stuck seat posts) and in good working order.

Remove Extra Accessories

It is preferable that all saddle bags/brackets/panniers etc removed as this might slow down the adjustment process.

Bring Referral Letters / Medical Info

Bring any relevant information from other treating practitioners, referral letters or relevant imaging findings.

Wear Your Bike Clothing

Wear the clothes you usually ride in, preferably with the knee showing. For women please have hair tied back.

Other Bike Components?

Bring in all your other possible components you might be wondering if you should be using – i.e. spare saddles/stems

Extraordinary Questions?

Please contact info@wasportsmed.com.au and we will forward them to Leon or Matt who will get back to you ASAP.