Our staff

Our Staff

Fit Werx Vermont
Fit Werx² Massachusetts

Fit Werx, Waitsfield, VT

Ian Buchanan, Founder

 From first time riders to Olympians, Ian has helped thousands of athletes achieve their cycling and triathlon goals. Ian develops much of the Fit Werx fitting and analysis protocols and is responsible for technology training and development. He is regarded as one of the industry leaders in bicycle fitting, cycling biomechanics and bicycle geometry and design. He is dedicated to making sure the Fit Werx differences are delivered daily and provides Fit Werx with corporate direction and is responsible for uniting our staff and initiatives.
  • SICI Core Fit Instructor.
  • Triathlete Magazine “Tech Support” and contributing writer. First run in May 2002 issue.
  • Master Bike Fitter Association founding member.
  • 2003 USAT National Coaching Seminars Fit Instructor.
  • Co-founded Fit Werx – Road and Triathlon Specialists. 2001.
  • One of the first four technicians in the country (and only one in New England) to complete both the Elements and Advanced Training at Serotta Cycles Fit School. October 2001 (Advanced Seminar not available before October 2001).
  • Director of Performance Services and Technical Training. Softride Bicycles, Inc. Developed and instructed vehicle dynamics and fitting curriculum. September 2001 to 2002.
  • MasterFit University certified foot support specialist. 1994.
  • B.S. in Secondary Education and Small Business Management. University of Vermont. 1994.
  • Vermont Cycle Series Junior Champion. 1988.

Bruce Bell, Manager
“Image Coming”

Jim Weaver, Service Manager
“Image Coming” After almost thirty years as an attorney, Jim decided he was ready for a change in 2007. After being a Fit Werx client for years, Jim started working with us as part of an internship and he went full-time at Fit Werx in early 2009. In the summer of 2010 Jim assumed the Service Manager roll for our Vermont location and is now a mainstay. Whether he is helping a rider find a good road ride in the area, fixing a pesky bottom bracket issue, or carefully building up someone’s new bike to their positioning numbers, Jim is an accomplished technician, a great resource and here to help.
  • SICI Certified Fit Technician.
  • Active cycling enthusiast who has participated in triathlons and is married to a triathlete.
  • Has worked directly with Ian since 2007.
  • Bar Certified Attorney.

Fit Werx², Peabody, MA

Dean Phillips, Owner & Lead Fitter, Fit Werx²
Dean Phillips Dean combines his mechanical engineering background with real world testing, training, and competition in cycling and triathlon. Dean’s comprehensive approach to rider positioning and product selection has benefited countless road cyclists and triathletes at all levels. Regarded as a leading industry authority in aerodynamics and bike positioning, he spends hundreds of hours each year field testing and analyzing the aerodynamic and mechanical properties of body positions and cycling equipment.
  • SICI Certified Advanced Fit Technician, performs 400 bike fittings annually.
  • Course record holder at both the Charlie Baker Cycling Time Trial in Concord MA and ECV Cycling Time Trial in Hamilton MA (previous course records held by two of the strongest cyclists America has ever produced).
  • Father of four.
  • Pro triathlete since October 2006, competed in first triathlon in July 2000.
  • 1996 World Champion Rower – U23 USA Men’s Eight.
  • Captain and 4-year member of United States Naval Academy crew team.
  • Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, United States Naval Academy.

Marty Miserandino, Owner, Fit Werx²
Mart Miserando Marty’s passion for motivating and inspiring people is evident in everything he does. His charity work for the American Diabetes Associations signature cycling event, the Tour De Cure, has been recognized nationally.  Marty brings this same drive and enthusiasm to Fit Werx as his goal is to make sure EVERY customer has an outstanding experience.
  • SICI Certified Advanced Fit Technician.
  • Triathlete, Ironman and Road Cyclist.
  • Father of one.
  • Founder of the Ride for JULES indoor cycling spin-a-thon which raises money for the American Diabetes Association’s signature cycling event, the Tour De Cure.
  • Recipient of the American Diabetes Association’s prestigious “Cure. Care. Commitment. Award.”
  • Recognized as one of the A.D.A’s leading fundraisers nationwide.
  • Manages day-to-day operations at the Peabody location.
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