Yes, I control resistance. For me, personally, the instructor did matter. I don't think "spin guy" has ever actually been on a bike and "fitness girl" did too may goofy movements. I guarantee my resistance was always much higher than the rest of the class. However, you don't do "jumps" in real life, especially 4 and, even worse, 2 count jumps. Yes, you can always do your own thing, but, I, personally, felt like I was being disrespectful to the instructor if I did not do his/her routine.

Tri girl would do climbing, intervals, etc. She never did a single movement you would not do on an actual bike. I am probably not explaining this as well as I should.

At the new club, the spin class starts like this: "ok class, imagine you are on a winding road. Look at the tree. Nice easy ride. Relax. Gooood. Now, small hill. Over the hill! Goooood. Everyone ok? Gooood." Kill me now ...

Again, as I previously stated, the bike is the most important feature. Nothing substitutes for your actual bike, but, some are better than others.

I think spin class has its place, but, not in lieu of the trainer.

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