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Winter is definitely on its way, and now that I've discovered biking, I don't want to stop! I am seriously allergic to cold weather, so I'm considering buying a trainer. I'd appreciate opinions about using a trainer in general, plus advice about what's good and what's not. Also, do trainers cause undue wear and tear on the rear tire?
There have been a few threads about trainers off and on. Try doing a search on the word "trainer."
I have a Kurt Kinetic and use Spinervals tapes through the winter when it's too rainy to ride. But you can read all about it here
Veronica
As Veronica pointed out the trainer thread is a good read.
As others have noted: rollers will make your smooth. Make sure you have enough space if you plan to go that route.
Magnetic trainers are a good low-cost option, and the prices seem to be dropping all the time.
Wind trainers are reallllly loud.
Sometimes we'll get a group together (everyone brings their own bike/trainer) and we'll spin to a workout tape (e.g. Spinervals) together. Sort of a make-your-own spin class just for cyclists.
I prefer fluid trainers and music (make up my own workout) when I'm on the trainer alone.
Actually I prefer to XC ski in the winter...but that's another thread....;)
Tire wear is real. I swear by my fluid trainer and catch up on all the movies I never got to see in theatres.....
I just bought a Minoura Magnetic trainer from ebay. Now I'm trying to decide if I should use my hybrid or my road bike, and which movies I want to watch!