Trainer question

[Owlie]

I wanted a Kurt Kinetic, but I'm poor. I ended up with a Minoura magnetic trainer for less than $200. I'm surprisingly happy with it. (I don't know how happy my downstairs neighbors are, though. )

[Wahine]

Another vote for Kurt Kinetic. I have 2 of them now, the Road Machine and the Rock and Roll. The resistance units are the same on both models, the Rock and Roll allows some lateral movement so you can rock your bike when you're standing. The Road Machine is plenty of trainer for most people.

The advantage of the Kurt K. units over other fluid trainers is that the fluid drum is completely sealed and therefore should not leak. Cyclops trainers have a tendency to leak after 4 to 5 seasons on them. Though I've heard nothing but good things about the company when it comes to customer service related to this problem.


Magnetic trainers are cheaper, a little more noisy and do not simulate road tiding as well. But the work just fine for most people and are definitely much cheaper.

[sempronialou]

I like my CyclOps fluid trainer. I'm very happy with it so far.

[ny biker]

This guy has good information on trainers, with reviews.

http://cycling-review.com/accessories/bicycle-trainer/

[bluebug32]

I like fluid trainers as they feel much more like riding on the road and tend to be quieter. I have a Kurt Kinetic road machine. I managed to find it on sale last year for cheaper. Keep an eye out for end-of-season discounts online. That's how I got mine for a little over $200 with free shipping.