The Retül Motion Capture system is the most advanced dynamic bike fitting system in the industry. In the past, fitting has been limited to static measurements made at specific points in the pedal stroke. While this is a good method, it does not allow measurements to be taken while actively riding. The Retül system captures real-time, 3D, millimeter-specific data from 8 anatomical points on each side of the body with extreme accuracy. The large amounts of data allows the Retül certified fitter to asses everything from the riders position to how they move on the bike, as well as asses any pain or discomfort while riding. They will look at individual points as well as how all the body moves as a whole. The goal of a fit is to optimize balance and comfort in the overall position of a rider while they are riding their bike. Retül has established optimal ranges for each angle of the body involved in cycling.more...See more text
For competitive road racers, urban commuters or fair weather cyclists, Sweet Pete’s Bike Shop has been a Toronto west end staple since the late 1990s. After a decade of supplying the Bloorcourt Village with its wheels and repairs, shop owner Pete Lilly decided it was time to expand the business westward in the Annex neighbourhood.
Pete found Sweet Pete’s second location in the space of an old dive bar at 517 Bloor Street West. Walking into the store, it’s hard to imagine at one time its patrons were sipping ale instead of choosing the best bike lock or ride.
But remnants of the store’s past life still poke through the store’s modern finishes and wall of shiny commuter, mountain and road bikes. In fact, the old neon tap sign is still above the door and the exposed brick still lines both sides of the store’s long, narrow interior. “When I first visited the space, it brought back memories of 20 years ago when I was a customer playing trivia at the bar,” says Pete.
I highly recommend Sweet Pete's. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive to detail. I recently rented a bike from Sweet Pete's so I could join the local group rides. The staff set me up with a sweet ride that was just the right size for me, and included a saddle bag and flat kit. I noticed that Sweet Pete's has a high tech Retul lab, which is perfect for any cyclist looking to dial in their positioning.
