nobody's training this winter?

Which model?

whats the advantage of training on this compared to a bike of our own on a trainer? Not bashing, actually curious. Thanks

It's the club pro model with the built in powertap and all that.

I like the fact that the machine is always waiting without having to set up my own bike. It's also a lot more stable- out of the saddle sprints are not a problem. Noise is also an issue- this machine is a lot quieter than any trainer I've used.

Bumpity bump. Offers? I'll deliver it within reason!

3rd bump

I've been asking the same question a lot recently as I have been looking for winter training system.

All bike store owners i have talked to have been saying stationary bikes are better because they provide more resistance that most sub $500 trainers and that you will end up spending more money in the long run using a trainer because they put excessive wear and tear to your derailleurs, chain, tires and wheels.

I also had one owner strongly advise against using carbon frames on trainers (with riser blocks) because he claims to have seen stress fractures to the chain stays and bottom brackets.


Too bad I dont live in Jerzy anymore- id be down to pick this sucker up this weekend.

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I don't have a CycleOps training bike, I have a spin bike. But I think my arguements here apply. I decided not to go with the traditional trainer because:

1. I didn't have to worry about additional wear and tear on my tri bike (my only bike)
2. I didn't have to worry about switching out for a trainer specific tire or wearing out my race tire (which is what I also use for everyday riding)
3. I heard they were more quiet
4. If somebody else wanted to use it (wife, visitor), they could do so with minimal adjustments.
5. When I'm done with it and I want to clear out the space for the kids or guests, it is easy to just wipe down, and put in the corner. Compared to having to take my bike off and put everything away.
6. I could stand and climb and hammer and not worry about stability.
7. My kids like to play on it when I'm done.
   
   I've never used a trainer, but that was what I went with. I did change out the crappy wide gel seat for a Toupe 143, added Jammer aerobars and a bike computer so I could track time/distance/speed/cadence. I wish I had something like this so I could measure power.
   
   I realize that most here on ST probably have a conventional trainer, but this was a good solution for me.
   -Nick
   

I have one of these and they rock. wayyyyy better than putting your bike on a trainer. Bump.

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I have a 200e for sale $1000, caseycorp@optonline.net

4th bump- make a *reasonable* offer!

dude, i wish i was there to buy it. i have one (the sport model without power) and love it. i've used the crap out of it. it takes a beating and is always ready to go. i move back to the states in a year and i'll be looking for one then. meanwhile good luck and here's a bump.
someone buy this!

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Last bump before it goes out with the trash. $1300?

i want this and my folks live in cherry hill. problem is i live in georgia. and i dont drive up there. having said that. I might could if the price was dropped quite a bit. so dont trash it. PM me if you get really hungry to rid yourself of it.

If your parents loved you they'd get it down there for you. Tell 'em I said so.
I can do my part and bring it over to their home for $1200.

you obviously dont know my parents or that I am MOT and also hate to drive long distances so I will wait until the price drops more or hold off. one just went for 900 vgc used in e. tn. and another via ebay went for 1000 (Item number:150391936340). and here is the real kicker, the 400pt comes out in January making this one's value drop further.

Well, feel free to make an offer. Thanks!