Rollers or turbo trainer

[4eyes2wheels 0]

So, bike fans, what are the pros and cons of turbo trainers versus rollers for getting exercise on your bike without going out.

 

I can see rollers are a bit tricky to master (see here -

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Turbos need you to replace the rear spindle and fix into the trainer?

 

What else do I need to know?

[Macdaddy 10]

I've got one of the tacx turbo trainers,

 

You don't need to replace anything, it just locks in place in seconds.

 

It's so easy and adjustable resistance too.

[Jim 2]

Think turbo trainer is the better option :) Ask KIPVW for his professional opinion :)

[16VG60 1]

Turbo trainer is my weapon of choice when the roads are not an option. I have one of my old bikes set up as per my regular road bike, permanently rigged onto the turbo.

[delfinis38 1]

So, bike fans, what are the pros and cons of turbo trainers versus rollers for getting exercise on your bike without going out.

 

I can see rollers are a bit tricky to master (see here -

)

 

Turbos need you to replace the rear spindle and fix into the trainer?

 

What else do I need to know?

 

I've got an elite like this one.

 

http://www.tweekscycles.com/Product.do?method=view&n=3327&p=307727&c=215&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Base&utm_campaign=Turbo%20Trainers&gclid=CJuHoIDs_LQCFSbMtAodllkArQ

 

It's got the softer roller, saves a bit of wear on the tyres and quieter. I also use a block at the front to steady the front wheel.

 

Don't forget to wear your crash hat :)

 

Quite simple to use. plug the ipod in and go..... but I'd rather be out in the fresh air.

 

if your serious you can buy special tyres with a harder centre band.

Edited January 22, 2013 by delfinis38

[GrahamU 5]

We have a couple of bikes at work we bolt to a turbo trainer, no replacement spindle needed.

 

Quick plug for the bikes we build ;)

 

http://www.factorbikes.com/