Question 1

What bike fitting services does Free-Flite Bicycles - Sandy Springs offer?

Accepted Answer

The shop offers professional bike fitting and technique instruction sessions led by Eddie O'Dea, who has completed over 7,000 fits since 2006. Standard fitting sessions take 2.5–3 hours and include an initial appointment plus a follow-up; specialized Time Trial/Triathlon fittings are also available. The fitting process covers skeletal and range-of-motion assessment, CAD-based geometry measurement, cleat positioning, saddle placement, and handlebar setup tailored to the rider's goals and comfort.

Question 2

What specific issues can the shop's bike fitting address?

Accepted Answer

Free-Flite's fitting service is designed to help riders experiencing numbness in feet, hands, or genitals; knee, back, or foot pain; cramping; and upper body or leg fatigue. The shop pairs fitting with technique instruction to help riders develop proper form, make more power, and reduce injury risk.

Question 3

Who is Eddie O'Dea and what is his background?

Accepted Answer

Eddie O'Dea is Free-Flite's professional bike fitter with a racing and ultra-endurance cycling background dating to 1998. He has competed in 12- and 24-hour mountain bike races, as well as ultra-distance events including the Tour Divide (where he set several route records), and is the creator of the Fool's Gold 50 and 100 races and a cofounder of the Georgia Interscholastic Cycling League.

Question 4

Is bike fitting available at all Free-Flite locations?

Accepted Answer

Fitting services are available only at the Marietta (Canton Rd.) and Sandy Springs locations; appointments are required and must be scheduled in advance.

Question 5

What is the history of Free-Flite Bicycles?

Accepted Answer

Free-Flite was established in 1978 by Dan Thornton and his late father Jeff, evolving from a skateboard shop opened in 1977. The company transitioned to BMX bikes in 1978 during the post-E.T. BMX boom and has grown into a family-owned cycling retailer with a focus on customer service and community involvement, including sponsoring cycling teams during the X Games era.

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