FIST Bike Fitting Camp

Back at the end of January I attended the FIST Bike Fitting Certification course in California. After five days of intensive training, I am a certified triathlon and road bike fitter.

I highly recommend the facility and the training if you are interested in becoming a bike fitter.

Xantusia - The ranch were the courses took place

Yes, they even get snow in California.

View from the outdoor deck

A couple of horses on the ranch

View of the guest house from the deck

No guesthouse is complete without a Tiki Bar

On property outdoor pool was out of service for the winter

Wonderful riding in the area

Panorama view of the bike fitting training facility

Morning run near the property

Panorama view from the deck

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