Turbo Trainers

chiefwigham
chiefwigham Posts: 24
edited September 2011 in Road buying advice
Apologies in advance if this has been asked before!

As the evenings start to draw in I'm considering buying my first turbo trainer to provide a smooth training transition through to next year. Just wondering if anyone could advise on what I should be looking for in a turbo trainer, how much I need to spend, and any recommendations.

Also is there anything else I need for my bike to use the turbo trainer e.g. training tyre etc?

Thanks in Advance

Comments

  • wombar
    wombar Posts: 119
    This has been covered (and covered, and covered) over the last few months quite a few times :) I'll sum up for you.

    Either a Cycleops Fluid 2 or Kurt Kinetic Road Machine. Kurt Kinetic is built better (IMO), has a lifetime warranty, but is about £60 more. Cycleops is cheaper and has a quick release on it. Both good machines, just depends on your budget.

    Get a specific trainer tyre if you want, but they're not mandatory.
  • centimani
    centimani Posts: 467
    Only ever had one turbo, the Cycleops Magneto. Very quiet, i just use mine in front of the TV when the weathers really bad and i get an irritation at not getting out.
    No regrets buying mine..i just use my normal wheel with a gatorskin, no wear issues.

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