When we think of the “tailor,” what first comes to mind? Is it the stereotypical image of the promising, young “buck” standing in front of a mirror with an elderly gentleman kneeing to find the right measurement for each careful adjustment? In the world of fashion, with each and every garment, we all can agree that the most crucial element is found in the fit. Nothing is more disappointing than receiving that special shirt in the mail, only to find that it doesn’t fit as expected.
The fit completes the garment. The fit determines the ultimate efficacy of each piece. How can you possibly know a shoe’s fullest potential if your foot never quite feels at home? The answer is, you can’t. Have you ever tried running a mile in shoes too big or too small? Nothing but a distasteful recipe that always disappoints. The art of tailoring goes far back in history and for very good reason - it’s the essential moment of finishing a garment to the point of not only looking good, but more importantly, feeling good. It’s a careful attention to detail found in each swatch of fabric, each millimeter of measuring tape, and each placement of the needle - the same applies with each bicycle that we are asked to build.
At the Bicycle Haüs, the fit begins and ends each and every build. The pre-determined measurements are applied to the frame and components and ultimately create an efficient, seamless cycling experience each and every ride. That “good and proper fit” takes you from the right size to that “tailored fit.” Our goal, our responsibility is to help you achieve the “fits like a glove” feeling with your vested cycling decisions. Consider allowing us to help complete your next bike build or perhaps elevate your current machine to a higher level of cycling. Our “tailors” are poised and ready to make the necessary adjustments.
[image credit: Retül Fit]