I've Been Suffering For 10 Years

It took me like 4 seconds and go: “Holy crap! Is that Mary Spender??” I’m so glad to see you in the cycling community apart from the guitar community! Cheers, Mary!

That moment near the end of the video where Mary realizes how good her bike feels and gets a bit overwhelmed combined with the wide smile on James face showing the satisfaction he gets from helping people is a precious moment. I don't smile much these days but I had one then. Great video.

Ok. My brain is adjusting! I was like, "wait, is that Mary? Where is her guitar and why is she talking about bike fits!" (That moment when your two worlds meet!) Mary does it all!

I feel like I should blow up the Tyres and get back on my old bike, thanks for that 🚴

I really relate to this! I'm not a bike rider but I use a wheelchair, so I'm always very interested in getting as efficient as possible in the chair and after watching this I've phoned the rehab centre for an assessment to see if I need anything changed or improved. I just needed to push to call as it were..

Fantastic video, the smiles (on both sides!) say it all about how successful this was … bravo James and a perfect bit of storytelling again from Mary!

I had no idea Hugh Laurie knew so much about bikes! What a champ.

Crazy I've been following you guitar page for about 5-6 years and as a cyclist never even got wind of your bike passion Mary. Great to see we share two amazing lifestyles!

Wait, what? You have a cycling channel, too? My two favorite things in the world - cycling and guitars! One of the few regrets in my life is that I didn't start playing guitar the same time I started cycling. I'd be a half-decent player if I had!

Mary's huge smile at the end just made my day. I love seeing someone so passionate about what they do and I LOVE seeing so much joy! This is why we bike👍

This video reminds of me when I got my first bike fitting in 2015 as it changed everything about my riding comfort. I was reliving those memories all over again when I saw how delighted you were when you noticed the improvements.

I love this guys passion, amazing! Im so buzzed for you to get your exercise journey onto the next chapter, a more comfortable one haha. This has inspired me to get myself checked out properly at a running store and get the right shoes for me 👍🏻

Wow! The difference in comfort and power was astounding! I learn so much every time he does a fitting video. Thanks, Mary. Ride safe.

After 30 years of riding I can say for certain that comfort (bike fit) is the most important thing. Don't settle for anything less than a bike you can ride all day in total comfort.

I love that this video has just come up in my feed. I'm a follower of your music and love that we both have music and cycling among our passions. I too have recently undergone a bike fit approximately 3 weeks ago and it has definitely made a significant improvement in my efficiency. Love your videos. Thank you Mary.

It’s so wonderful to witness you so happy with the adjustments made to your bike and cleats etc. I totally understand the emotional impact of no longer having to worry about the problems and pains of your old setup. It’s like rediscovering the joys of playing the guitar after getting one’s guitar back from a professional setup… and now you know how I found this channel! Mary, you’re just so honest and genuine, such an absolute pleasure to watch. Thankyou for these wonderful glimpses of your life and who you are as a person.

Glad you were able to keep such a nice frame. It’s always a revaluation when you get your setup right. I changed saddle and narrower bases last summer. So much better riding now.

It is so fascinating that people who really know their stuff like James and, e.g. Hambini, just KNOW that what they are doing is right. Its so easily visible in their behaviour, their body language, their attitude! That is so cool to see!!!

Very cool to see you visiting with James. The first ~80% of the video was informative & fun in a familiar BFJ way. But everything from 13:00 to the end was just heartwarming. 👍 Looking great, Mary

That was an absolute joy to watch. Thank you for reminding us how to show up at a bike fitting: completely open and ego-free. I'm inspired to go get re-fit (it's been 10 years, and the tech has changed a LOT).