How long did it take you to balance on rollers?

[awm03]

1. It helps to make sure your front brake isn't sticking. Otherwise, it makes for very jerky pedal strokes.

2. 20-year-old son technique works great! I was hanging onto the washing machine & the bike for dear life. This makes for an unnatural riding position & too much upper body stiffness, which becomes worse when I try to move both hands to the handlebars. Disastrous wobbling! Better technique: have 20-year-old son grab you by the shoulders while you get in normal, comfy, relaxed biking position. When he lets go, he's there to spot for you. I was able to go a whole 10 seconds using the 20-year-old son technique! Unfortunately, 20-year-old son had to go to a Christmas party and couldn't spot for dear old Mom after a few minutes.