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“Hi Chad, I never got back to you about my fitting. What a difference! Thank You!”

Bill,
“The fit was great. Had a ride the next day and I could not believe the difference. Thanks for all the info.” –Andrew

Andrew,
“Hi Chad, Thanks again so much for all the time you spent with me last weekend. I really appreciate it. It’s taken me a few days to get comfortable in the new position, but it’s a huge improvement from before. At first, it felt strange to have such a broader range of motion in my ankles with the seat lowered and our other adjustments, but now I’m realizing how locked in I was before reaching for the pedals.”

G.J.,
The staff at enduranceWERX prides itself in the strong reputation we have amongst customers, professional cyclists, and sporting goods companies. Here are some recent notes from our loyal fans….Many more to add….lets figure out a cool way to scroll this if someone wants to read them all but not so you see the all on one page??? I do have a lot more to add as well. “whooaa I just finished a workout and I’m getting a lot more power, like the power from a squat into the pedals. The insoles feel awesome- like power from the hips and legs connect to the cranks directly. Before, it was like I was pedaling on stilettos. thank you for your help!” – Ashley

Ashley,
I just wanted to tell you that I completely love my seat, shoes, pedals and cleats. I’ve never been so comfortable on a bike as now and I believe it has hugely improved my cycling. The speedplays are great and I wouldn’t go back to Look. - Laurie

Laurie,
“Road 75 miles up to Bear Mt this Sunday and the bike fit made a big difference! Was even more surprised that I was significantly faster up the hills (didn’t think that would be the case), makes me wonder if it had anything to do with using different muscles differently and as a result it was like riding on “fresher” legs (just speculating). I was riding so much faster with greater ease that the guys I was riding and who I normally ride with were in somewhat in awe (I am not trying to make it sound more dramatic than it was but that was literally the case) – in fact, so much so that I switched bikes with one of my buddies on the way back to prove to him that it was the bike and not me that was responsible for the difference. Needless to say that when I switched bikes with him we both immediately felt the difference – I have no doubt that you will be getting a call from him this week for a bike a fitting.” - David 7/23/2012

David,
“Hi Chad, It was great meeting you and thanks so much for all the adjustments on my bike. I must say, it is a huge improvement from where I was before the fitting. I ‘ve gotten a few rides in + I raced this weekend and no complaints just yet. Everything seems perfect/ comfortable. I might do a follow up a few months from now for another adjustment depending on how my riding goes this summer. Again, thank you! Hope you have a great week and holiday.” – Janneira

Janneira,
“Chad, I just wanted to tell you that I completely love my seat, shoes, pedals and cleats. I’ve never been so comfortable on a bike as now and I believe it has hugely improved my cycling. The speedplays are great and I wouldn’t go back to Look.” - Laurie

Laurie,
“Chad, I totally forgot to write to you about my experience at the Livestrong Challenge in Philly. I was on the site reading others testimonials and realized that this needed to be up there as a true testament to how much your coaching makes a difference. In 2007 I road the same route, a tough hilly 70 mile loop in the backwoods of suburb PA, I remember to this day my time of 5:35 minutes. This spring after almost a 12 month hiatus from riding, I decided to get back on the bike. I think I road the new bike twice before coming to you for a fit, and felt like it was time I take my riding to the next level, so I signed up for your coaching. About two months into the coaching I knew I was stronger than I had ever been, and a buddy of mine from back home asked me to come home and ride the Livestrong again. With my newfound confidence on the bike and strength I set out that day to try and “better” my 2007 effort, “better” was an understatement what I did that day. I finished the ride in just over 4 hours on a solo effort, and they extended the ride by 5 miles due to road construction. Forget the fact the whole ride was in one of those downpours that you wouldn’t want to run to the car to grab something and back kind of downpours. I was passing people asking them how their day was going and found out I was passing people who were doing the 40 mile loop that had only started 10 minutes later. You’re coaching and guidance on and off the bike on how to be a better rider really made that day one of the most memorable, and strongest rides I’ve ever had. I’m really excited to continue my coaching come the spring of 2011 and maybe even test myself in a race or two!” -Mike Mancuso – Cyclist

Mike Mancuso,
“Good Morning Chad, Let me start by saying thank you! I really enjoyed the bike fitting. Informative to say the least. The video says it all. What a difference! The class was great as well. I am looking forward to learning and progressing with your help and guidance. Thank you again!!”-Frank – Cyclist

Frank,
“Hi Chad, I wanted to write to tell you a bit of my experiences since the fit. I’ve been out at least 10 times since then and everything is going great. I’ve been able to increase my fitness and push pretty hard and am getting more confident going downhill. I seem to have more control of the balance of the bike. Also uphill seems to be better in that my legs are more efficient at peddling. I’m thinking about what you told me about my foot/pedal position and stretching and have focused a lot on that during my rides. In general it’s been fantastic riding since the fit. I’m riding the Tour de Cure at the end of the month and hopefully will continue to push to get a century in by the end of summer.I just wanted to get back to you before too long and thank you again for your help.”-Marc Albertin – Cyclist

Marc Albertin,
“Hi Chad–just want to say thanks so much for the fit 4-5 weeks back, i’m really feeling more powerful in the higher saddle position and just having the bit of coaching about pedaling and posture i feel a lot more comfortable in the saddle–a little bit of low back soreness i had been experiencing went away when i started bending straighter at the hips and consciously avoided hunching my shoulders. i think it’s actually strengthening the lower back more, and keeping me flexible too. plsu, i look maybe slighly more like i know what i’m doing now”-Rob Bonstein – Cyclist

Rob Bonstein,
“Chad, I owe you a thank you and a testimonial. Bicycle fit was always something I took seriously in theory, but in hindisight never something I took seriously in practice. I always knew and believed in the power of a good fit, but I never invested in one because… I have no idea why. Especially now, I can’t understand why I ever would have waited. It seemed like a big risk getting a fit and drastically (or even slightly) altering my position just six days before a big goal on my calendar. But I wasn’t comfortable on my bike, I was unsatisfied with my less-than-aero reflection in store windows and, and I was jealous of the super fast guys with flat backs and pain-free riding, so I took my chances and got the fit done anyway. Your attention to detail was awesome and surpassed only by your willingness to fit me into your schedule and arrange follow up meetings on short-notice to make sure I was dialed in for the upcoming race. You put up with my incessant questioning and were willing to explain each step of the process. The fitting was confidence inspiring because I understood what was wrong with my old position, how it could be improved, and what we would change on my bike to achieve a better position. It was different. But it felt good. Emphasis was shifted to my hamstrings and calves, muscles that weren’t as involved before. Stress was taken off my quads, and they thanked me for it every time the hammer went down. My neck and shoulders weren’t sore after riding anymore, and I could sit on my saddle properly for the first time. I had always figured more comfortable would be less aerodynamic, but now I was way more aerodynamic and more comfortable. The thinking is of course that it usually takes time to get used to the new position, to develop power there. I’m sure that’s true and I’m sure I’ll continue to get a stronger, and that supposed short-term trade-off was one of the reasons I hesitated to get fitted in the past. I went to the race just six days after getting fitted, hoping to do as well as I could but understanding a change in position so soon before the race could very well hinder my performance. I forced a 6-man break in the stage 1 circuit race, finished in the lead group in the hilly stage 2 road race, got third in the stage 3 time trial, and entered the stage 4 criterium twelve seconds back in fourth place on G.C. I was super comfortable on my bike the whole time, and thanks to the more balanced pedal stroke, I went into the criterium with fresh legs, broke away with three laps to go, and hammered it to the line for the criterium and G.C. win. This was my first win. This was my first podium. This was my first top 10 in an out-of-town race. With two to go, I caught a glimpse of myself hammering into the headwind on the false-flat through the start finish in a store window, and I was pretty happy with what I saw. My legs burned, but in the good way of proper bicycle race suffering and not in the bad way of a lousy fit. Had it not been for the fit, I truly believe I would not have entered the fourth stage as fresh as I did. The win was a consequence of a lot of hard work and preparation to be sure, but getting fitted absolutely made me faster. Period. I don’t flaunt the conventional wisdom that it’s better to get fitted early in the season, well in advance before race goals, but getting a proper fit didn’t hinder me in the short-term at all, and if anything it helped. So as between preserving a lousy position and taking a risk on a new one, in my case at least it was an absolute no-brainer. I can’t wait to see what I can do once I more fully adapt to the new position.Thanks so much.” -Josh Parker – Cyclist

Josh Parker,
“THANK YOU! Love, love the new bike! Feels really good! Thank you guys so much – you have one very satisfied customer! ”-Lindsey Paluska – Cyclist

Lindsey Paluska,
“The adjustment to the saddle height was brilliant. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so strong and stable. My legs are tracking correctly, heel is dropping, and overall I feel like I’m activating more muscle. Weight distribution is perfect, and when I get into a position that uses my core, I really feel like I’m producing a lot more power with a lot less effort. I’ll continue to focus on core strength and flexibility.”-Matt Richards – Cyclist

Matt Richards,
“Thank you for the Bike Fit. The fit worked out well for me in my race in Iron hill, the shoe fit and bike was perfect. I was able to float thru the hill like nothing. Was sitting great thru the race until I was crashed into hay on the hill. I ended up 20th after recovering from the crash. I think I would’ve done better, but my head was out of the race then. Thank you for the fit again. ”-Anonymous – Cyclist

Anonymous,
“Chad, Just wanted to thank you for everything you have done in getting me prepared for this racing season. I feel competitive in every race I enter and the results, including my first P123 win, speak for themselves. You have gotten more out of me than any of my previous 3 coaches and I am extremely optimistic and super motivated because of it. To think that becoming a Cat 1 at age 41 is even a possibility is amazing to me and I know the difference maker is your coaching. If anyone would like a reference, please tell them to call or email me as I will be happy to tell them in detail about how you are getting me to the next level.”-Greg Olsen – Cyclist

Greg Olsen,
“FYI, I did the Connectucut River Double Century Sun. We set an event record century split at 5:16 (but the course may have been a little easier this year). The two guys I was riding with were both PBP veterans, and were past winners at the Saratoga 12h race, so it was a great experience for me. It was a wild ride! I was running an average HR 10bpm higher than what I thought my threshold was for about 8 hours until I was dropped.Thanks for helping me get set up on the bike, and working on my pedal stroke. When I got fatugued, I really worked on pushing over the top and pulling on the bottom. Actually what I think about is swinging my legs more like a pendulum, rather than pumping them like a piston.”-Doug Haluza – Cyclist

Doug Haluza,
“Chad: Even though I am paying you for your services and that seems to be the general purpose of our relationship, I still want to thank you for all the time and effort that you spend with me. It means a lot in so many ways.Your approach to an old man like me is shaping me into the athlete that I use to be, albeit that I won’t ever get to that point when I was 20, it will be fun trying.Thanks again for everything”-Anonymous – Cyclist

Anonymous,
“Chad, wanted to let you know how happy I am with the new bike fit. The new seat position and going to a longer stem with a negative incline really made a difference – no lower back pain or any discomfort of any kind and I’m in the performance position I wanted. And on top of it , I love the fact that you came to my apartment – it could not have been easier, at least for me, sorry you had to lug your stuff up 5 flights….thanks again.”- Jim Williams – Cyclist

Jim Williams,
“Hey Chad, Thanks for putting together such an excellent training program ! I had a fantastic two days of riding this weekend in San Francsico, starting Saturday and Sunday at 7 am and finishing up both days about 4:45 pm or so. Though it wasn’t a race, there were definitely a few of us with a bit of a competitive flare, and I managed to finish first on Sunday! It was really fantastic — surprising and very fun ! Just wanted to let you know as clearly my training helped a lot — thank you !!!!!!!!! ”- Laura Kirk – Cyclist

Laura Kirk,
“I love this sport and I want to do it to the best of my abilities. But I don’t have a lot of spare time to spend on the bike. What time I do have needs to be productive. Chad has been the answer. He’s created a plan that factors in my schedule, my ambitions, my shortcomings and my strengths.It’s not a cookie-cutter approach. It’s built for me and Chad makes adjustments throughout the year to help me achieve specific goals.Perhaps the most important benefit of working with Chad is the motivation he provides. He cares about his athletes and he puts his heart into his work.It really helps knowing that I’ve got a guy like Chad, a seriously accomplished cyclist in his own right, rooting me on. Especially on those January nights when I’m banging out an hour of intervals on the trainer!Still, the proof is in the numbers. Since working with Chad, I’ve reduced my weight by 17% and increased my threshold by over 20%.Thanks, Chad.”- David Corr – Cyclist

David Corr,
“I have been racing competitively as an amateur triathlete and cyclist for more than 20 years. From Ironman-distance triathlons to the Race Across America 4 times, I spend a lot of time on my bike training and racing. Naturally, I thought I had it all figured out, including my bike fit and position. Chad, however, clearly showed me where I could improve both my biomechanics and my aerodynamics. Not long after implementing Chad’s recommendations, I competed in a 12-hour cycling race and finished second overall, covering 235 miles – a record for me in that distance. I think Chad was the “secret sauce” in this race.”- Rob Morlock – RAAM Athlete

Rob Morlock,
“Can’t thank you enough for the bike fit, it was worth every penny. I was sick last night but still rode better at Bethel than I ever have before. I can accelerate while seated much better now and also can do the climb faster while seated as well.”- Jamie Conopask – Cyclist

Jamie Conopask,
“Hey Chad, I rode this morning with the new setup. It felt MUCH BETTER, especially when I concentrate on keeping my heels down and back straight. I was easily and more comfortably able to spin at >100 cadence, and I think I may even have a touch more power. The pedal stroke feels way smoother already.” - Jeffrey Alpert – Cyclist

Jeffrey Alpert,
“Been riding a lot and getting used to the new position. Overall I think it is really good. The knee sensation seems to have sorted itself out, which is great. At first I felt a little less power, but I think that was due to using slightly different muscles or something. Now I actually feel like I’m getting more power, so all good. Thanks again – I feel like this is the best I’ve felt position wise yet. I’ve given your name to a number of folks – so hopefully they will call you.” - David Anthony – Cyclist

David Anthony,
“I can’t believe that was only one month’s worth of coaching. I say that because I feel like I improved soooo much in the last month alone. The  program you set up was perfect. I don’t feel like I am overtrained or pushed  too hard, but at the same time I don’t feel like I am not being pushed hard  enough. Just right. I feel like I am getting in the proper type of training  instead of just going out logging useless base miles. Yes, I was sick for about a week or so, but even with that I feel like I got stronger. The 4s better watch out come spring time if I can keep this up all winter! Thanks for everything!”- Wai Fong – Cyclist

Wai Fong,
“Chad, My main reason to get a bike fit was an old injury. My new position on the bike not only eliminated my knee pains but it also gives me more power. I have just finished a Century ride and I have no knee pain like I had in the past. My pedal strokes are much smoother now and I have more power, especially while climbing seated. Thank you for the great bike fit! ”

Micha Ophir,
“I had been riding recreationally for years before I started training at age 50 with Chad. The improvement has been dramatic and although I had no plans to do so at the outset, I now am racing competitively. Chad is great to work with — both for training and racing advice — and he has developed a training program that I can fit within my family and work obligations.”- Bruce Schwartz – Cyclist

Bruce Schwartz,
"Thanks Chad, Really appreciated the session yesterday and felt a lot more stronger and more comfortable when I went for a ride yesterday afternoon."

Mike,
"Hi Chad! Thank you so much for everything! I feel I just bought a faster, better bike. I feel the difference already. Thanks for sending the report and the videos so soon. I'll keep you posted on this. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!”

Juan,
"Hi Chad, thank you for the attention today. It was a great experience and I will certainly provide a good feedback to my friends and encourage them to do it. When riding back home i felt much better, mainly the arms part, much more comfortable and maybe a little faster. I also felt im not using the same muscles as before, and may need to train a little bit my endurance in that case.”

Rafael,
"Chad, Thank you again. The bike felt great. Seat is awesome. I felt that the bike and I were born together. Once again thank you so much for a fit and I will be using your services in the future.... like I daid most probably in the winter. Thanks”

Alex,
"Chad J Butts, the bike fit felt awesome-- can't thank you enough for your expertise, and sticking with me through thick and thin.”

Cecilia,
"Hi Chad! It was very nice to meet you last week as well. Thank you for taking so much time with me! I was a little nervous going into the Montauk ride since I basically rode the bike home and hopped on it next for the 150 but...it was great! Probably for the first time ever, I could just ride without feeling like I needed to start shifting around trying to find a comfortable spot. I also got new shorts, and I know you think of them like a band aid, but in this case they were more like sprinkles!!! Just added to the joy! Between the two changes, it was a different experience. Thank you again for everything!”

Hess,
"Chad, Road bike is feeling great -- loving the new position...got me a top 5 finish at yesterday's race 🙂 also falling in love with this saddle. Looking forward to discussing TT bike.”

Emma,
"Chad!! You are a miracle worker. I feel 1) aero and 2) powerful in my new position! and it's not even that uncomfortable. I feel like my hip angle is totally fine. I did 4x10min at ~265-70W today! that's the best numbers I've gotten all season by far.”

Cecilia,
"Hi Chad, Thanks again for doing the bike fitting for Katharina and me last week. Katharina is fired up about cycling. She did her Triathlon in cleats this weekend and finished 3rd woman overall. I think the fitting has really made it much more efficient for her to ride her bike and she is now very motivated to train. Hopefully this will help her with her next race, which is the NJ State Triathlon in late July… I am also very happy with the adjustments that you made to my bike. It feels great. I pb’d in CP last night and my knee is ok (the trouble really seems to be from running rather than cycling). We look forward to staying in touch and will make sure to recommend you to our friends. Cheers.”

Helge Petermann,
"Hi Chad, I was able to bike 30 miles on Saturday (UWS to GW bridge then river road and back by 9W) and almost 50 miles on Monday (UWS to Piermont and back) with no knee pain so it looks promising. Will try to push it to 70 miles this weekend and see how it goes. Thanks!”

Jean-Damien,
"Chad, Kirby and I cannot thank you enough for last night. You went above and beyond accommodating both of our fits and staying so late. That was so kind of you. I sincerely apologize again for being late and scrambling to find parking. I was quite embarrassed. Nonetheless, we really appreciated everything. I hope you have a great weekend and we will keep you posted with how the race went. Thank you so much again!”

Nolan,
Hi Chad, Thank you so much- had a ride on Saturday and did tailwinds last night- so so much better. Power is up, no leg - hip pain. Thanks!

Jackie G,
Challan, Wanted to let you both know how much I appreciate and have enjoyed the intro into cycling. When I first started nearly three years ago I had just given up running, doctors orders. (Kind of like breaking up with Miss California and then meeting Miss Texas. (or vice versa!) As much as I believe in new chapters,will miss the old place and the environment you both created. You guys have a lot of talent in what you do so no doubt the future holds great things. Never underestimate your ability to impact others. Thanks

Todd T,
"Hi Chad, thank you so much, not only for the fit but also information provided. I rode some more today and it felt great. Was feeling better in and out of the saddle, no shoulder issues. Not sure if it's just the HB position or also the tips you have me for the pedal stroke, but I really felt stronger without feeling I was working harder. Also thank you for speaking with Juan, however I may try and find the 2015 somewhere as for some reason I am partial to the red. Thanks again.”

Gene,
"Chad, Today was extremely informative. Thank you for he information and assistance. I look forward to consulting and working with you again in the future. Thank you again. And how can someone not be enthusiastic about a lifestyle and sport that gives you so much freedom. Thanks again."

Martin,

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