Jerry began fitting bicycles in 1990 and has always applied meticulous attention to position details. He currently resides in Austin, Texas, and trains out of Castle Hill Cycles.  Local, national, and international clients have visited Jerry to have their bicycle and shoes fitted and adjusted. Jerry is a “Steve Hogg Approved” bike fitter. Steve Hogg is an internationally renown in bike fitting circles. Because of his stringent acceptance requirements, less than 10 percent of applicants actually get in the door to train with Steve. Steve’s patented fitting techniques are extremely challenging to learn and more challenging to execute. Less than 30 percent of those allowed in for training make it successfully through the process. Steve was so confident in Jerry’s fitting skills that he was referring U.S.A. clients three years prior to training with him. His unique approach combines experience, education, and a passionate curiosity for how we function both on and off our bicycles. Application of assisted functional and range of motion modalities is made easier with a wide range of Castle Hill Fitness equipment ranging from inversion tables, assisted Yoga props, a Power Plate vibration trainer and top of the line Stott Pilates Equipment. Add to that, the Castle Hill Cycles unique tooling combination of Mikkelsen sizing frame, cameras and all of the saddles, bars, cleats, wedges, shims, footbeds, screws, spacers and pedal options we offer a fitting experience like no other in the United States.

Certifications:

B.S. in Kinesiology, University of Texas at Austin

American Council on Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer Certification Since 2001 w 3/8/2019 Jerry Gerlich - The Steve Hogg Bike Fitting 

Whole Body Vibration certification through Power Plate U.S.A.

Myofascial Compression Techniques through Trigger Point Performance Therapy

Sally Edwards “Heart Zones” heart rate training seminars

One of a handful of “Steve Hogg Approved” bike fitters worldwide

Specialties / Focus in Training:

Cyclists / triathletes seeking positional and functional assistance to ride longer, stronger and safer throughout life

Baby Boomers looking to stay active

Clients ready seeking help with strength, stability, posture, breathing, coordination and functional ranges of motion

Highlights/Accomplishments:

Cycling since 1985 and working at bike shops since 1988.

Enjoyed 12-year attempt at the music business on the U.S.A. West Coast            

Fitting bicycles since 1990

Raced mountain bikes for 6 years on the West Coast

Completed the 2009 Invitation-Only 236 mile “Longer Than Hell” Ride, courtesy of Paolo Minissi