Fit Me Up is now closed to new bookings, the focus will be on research for the future.
Stay safe and happy miles, thank you, Dean

Just a small selection of reviews offered by clients over the years.

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​You have saved my cycling and tri life! That last bike fit save me from pain and made me faster. Even became more of a cyclist than triathlete as I have joined Welwyn Wheelers with xxx so we are there most Saturdays. .


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Nov 2021

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​Really enjoyed the session today - huge thanks. I find it a real education as well as the giving peace of mind.


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July 2021

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​Thank you so much for today. I really appreciate the help and insight you have given me and especially thankful that I didn’t recently buy a new bike!
 
The information you have armed me with will (hopefully) ensure that I get the best bike to suit me needs that I can use for the next few years!

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July 2021

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​Thanks so much for yesterday - really insightful and helpful.
 
It's fired me up with enthusiasm to get going again.
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June 2021

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​Awesome, thanks Dean. Really enjoyed the session, I have some great take aways.




May 2021

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​Dean,
 
I just wanted to drop a line and thank you for what you do when you are with a client and doing a bike fitting. As you may remember I saw you twice for bike fittings and both times they were very informative and helpful. I have moved back to the USA and had a Retul bike fit for a triathlon bike by a large cycling shop here in San Antonio and was very disappointed in the fitting process and the overall approach. After 2.5 hours I pretty much was told it looked “fine” at the start and they made no real recommendations or adjustments. So needless to say I paid for no better of an understanding of my fit on my new tri bike.
 
Just a pat on the back for you and to keep up the good work.
 




Feb 2021

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​Hi Dean,
 
Hope you’re well. It’s been over a month now since my appointment with you and the alterations to my bike, and I’m cycling much more and with much less pain, so thanks once again...



Dec 2020

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​Hello Dean,

I rode 100m last Sunday with a friend. It wasn’t the fastest but we did it. The great thing was that I had no pain whatsoever. My bones where I sit on the saddle were a little tender but that was all...



Oct 2020

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​Hi Dean. Just to let you have an update on the difference the changes you recommended for me, with the higher handlebars and higher saddle. I just did the same 39 mile loop as I did 2 weeks before coming in to see you and the below is the improvement. It’s quite substantial. Also importantly I have no aches or pains and I just felt like I had loads more room. So thank you very much!



Oct 2020

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Hi Dean 
I would like to thank for your professionalism and patience today. 
I believe the all details and knowledge from today have helped me to understand more the bike and how the body works​.



Oct 2020

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Dean - thanks for today and good to see you. 

" Marginal gains"  is clearly the in statement and I feel that your recommendations may make my riding more comfortable, which may lead to improved performance (as I said less important now - any miles are good miles considering the last year)

Thanks again and take care.



Sept 2020

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Thanks again for today, thoroughly enjoyed it. Especially the hip knowledge. You've probably added additional years of flexibility to my life from that little nugget. Appreciated.



Aug 2020

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Hope you’re well.
 
FYI have run two 10k in last week and although all sportive are cancelled am doing long rides without pain.  All down to your TFL/ITB diagnosis.
 
Thanks so much!
 
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May 2020

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Hi Dean
 
Quick update.............................
 
I've been out on my bike twice and both times other then very minor left hip flexor discomfort, I have been pain free. Incredible! 
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March 2020

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I've been on a number of rides since the fitting and the difference is amazing. No more knee pain and much more efficient.



March 2020

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First race of year, did a 50km solo breakaway and won by a few mins.  Must be the orthotics



March 2020

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Really pleased with the bike fit. Definitely pushing our more watts for the same effort 



Nov 2019

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Hi Dean, thanks so much for yesterday, it was brilliant! 



Sept  2019

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Hi Dean,
 
I wanted to express my sincere thanks for the bike fit. My new Giant Propel wasn't quite working for me and with damaged knees I am super sensitive to any signs of a poor set up. You only moved the saddle forward 10mm which gave me peace of mind and having completed 200 miles since it feels perfect - thank you. However I want to add what I really appreciated and wasn't expecting was the advice on my riding style supported by the video. I am now working on the core strength exercises and looking forward to the "free speed" you promised. The overall experience was first class and I should have come to see you years ago! 



Sept  2019

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Hi Dean
 
Its been about 3 months since I came to you for help with my bike set and I thought I would drop you a quick line about how its all going.
Firstly let me say I cannot think of a nicer bloke to tell me that my bike set up was way off and the bike even a little small! 
 
I followed your advice regarding seat (and used the great little app you gave me) to sort out my reach and stack height as best I could given my current bike and adjusted to the new positioning...
 
My big aim was the C2C without  the back pain I'd been plagued with and with the the new set up this was 90% achieved - a massive improvement and we had a really great ride... As you warned my shoulders took a bit more strain but this was manageable and a fantastic compromise. I will be thinking about a new bike and I at least now know what geometry would suit me the best.
 
The other 2 things I hadn't really expected but were big extra bonus were

​                 1. Power - new positioning defiantly seems to allow me to put more power down through he pedals. I almost kept up with my son on some hills.                    2. View - the change to stack and reach really opened up my position and suddenly I felt my field of vision much better, things like looking behind suddenly much easier. I real bonus when cycling through amazing scenery.
 
Any thanks again, you really listened to what I needed and tailored your advice, I couldn't have hoped for more


Sept  2019

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...Thank you so much for your time Friday.
It was so much more than just a "fit out". 
I found it not only informative and helpful but you are a really nice guy who set me at ease and made me feel comfortable. 
As a person who sometimes goes into things with apprehension and a little self doubt about personal things, I felt great, I feel positive about the changes made and look forward to reporting on how I get on..
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Hi Dean,
Hope all is well. I've been meaning to get in touch for a while to thankyou for the bike fit prior to me attempting Ironman UK.
 
The bike setup has been great. I had zero niggles during my 3 months of intense training and on the day of the event came off the bike feeling in good shape to run the marathon. 


Sept  2019

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Hi Dean,

Thank you for the bike fit the other week, I really enjoyed the experience and came away with better understanding of how I operate on the bike.  

I replaced the stem the week after and rode 115 miles in the last week with no issues, apart from tired legs!! 

Sept  2019

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Thanks for yesterday, the fitting session was extremely informative and professional, I really enjoyed it. 

July  2019

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Did a gentle ride yesterday to test out a few things. 
Pleased with everything so far. 
 
Thanks for your help and most importantly your enthusiasm is infectious and has given me a bit of a lift. 
 

July  2019

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Hi Dean -

Just a quick note to say thanks for the fitting and advice last Friday.

Very helpful and a great service 

May  2019

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Hi Dean 
Just thought I would let you know that I completed a 80km ride on Sunday and did find things surprisingly more comfortable in the seat area! 

Dec 2018

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Hi Dean, just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed the bike fit-amazed how a small adjustment can make so much difference.

October  2018

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Hi Dean, 
I've been meaning to send this email to you all week and have only just had the chance tonight. 

I wanted to let you know how I got on at the weekend after my bike fit.

No shoulder pain, kept up with the pack, got compliments on how much my cycling has improved........Garmin fastest 40K cycle badge.  I think it went well.

September  2018

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