Indoor trainer

[bluerider]

Hi there,

I'm thinking fwd to the wintery months fast approaching and was wondering if you all use an indoor trainer? I have my bro's old Cycleops Fluid trainer but have yet to try it. Is it possible to do hill training on these things? Also, for wind resistance, any ideas? I guess a fan??? I'm getting depressed just thinking about it but with the days getting shorter it's something I'd like to start thinking about.

Thanks,

Sue

[DeniseGoldberg]

The Cyclops Fluid Trainers are good trainers - should be a great start for you. As far as resistance goes, you get the resistance from a combination of the trainer (roller against the wheel) and the gears on your bike.

That said, a fan is helpful to keep you cool!

--- Denise

[neuroticcyclist]

Agree on the trainer. Read Chris Carmichael's book about how long to stay on it compared to roads.

I also recommend big screen tv and DVD. I turn out the lights, crank up the tension and watch a movie......

[slinkedog]

Also, there are the Spinervals DVDs or VHSs and Chris Carmichael has a video series to do while you're riding the trainer, too. I've only done one Spinervals, but it did help me a lot when I was doing it regularly. I'd like to get some others to work on.

By the way, the Spinervals that I do is the Uphill Grind and it helps with your hill climbing.

[Selkie]

I second the use of Spinervals. They have gotten me into great cycling shape.

[betagirl]

I have a cycle ops Wind trainer and use spinervals videos. Last winter I slacked off completely because the trainer was SO boring without something to follow. My friend told me about the spinervals and I used them in the spring to get back into shape. There are several different ones, including one for hill training. They really get you into shape, or keep you there.