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What should I replace my dying Computrainer with?

Apr 18, 15 9:07

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I've had a CT for >10yrs (pretty solid) but I believe it's starting to wear out. I'm thinking about what/if I should replace it with?
TWO requirements:'
1. Has to work with Trainer Road
2. Want to be able to mount my Tri bike to trainer (dont' care if I use my wheel or not)
Should I just replace CT with a new update one or get something else....Thoughts?

Michael in Kansas
"Once you learn to quit, it becomes a habit"
"Its not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up" Lombardi

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trismitty

Apr 18, 15 9:20

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I sold my CT Lab and switched to a Kickr, and really like the Wahoo better. It may not be AS accurate, but it is accurate enough and has so much more range in terms of 3rd party services. It's also way easier without worrying about a chewed tire.

Human Person

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BCDon

Apr 18, 15 10:12

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Depends what is "wearing out". Parts can be replaced at way less than purchasing a new unit. If you are riding enough to "wear" one out then I'm not sure what anyone could recommend that would be more industrial and better built / longer lasting than a CT.

BC Don
Pain is temporary, not giving it your all lasts all Winter.

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rmg

Apr 18, 15 13:01

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If you have any computrainer accessories you want to sell, I'll buy them. Course videos, etc. Looking for IM Lou in particular. Hard to think about buying a new trainer as you take the training back out doors.

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GreenPlease

Apr 18, 15 15:08

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I would vote to replace the CT with a new CT.

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Sausagetail

Apr 18, 15 15:32

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BCDon wrote:

VeloTron, of course :)

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BCDon

Apr 18, 15 17:40

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Sausagetail wrote:

BCDon wrote:

VeloTron, of course :)

Ooooo, forgot about that. But, with the price of that sucker, it isn't even on my wish list!

BC Don
Pain is temporary, not giving it your all lasts all Winter.

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sciguy

Apr 18, 15 17:56

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jayhawk. wrote:

Jeepers I'm still using one that's just coming up on 20 years old. What's wearing out? My roller is finally showing measurable wear but other than that and a head unit upgrade to use with PC it's all original. It's till accurate after all these years too.

Hugh

Genetics load the gun, lifestyle pulls the trigger.

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h2ofun

Apr 18, 15 18:27

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BCDon wrote:

Sausagetail wrote:

BCDon wrote:

VeloTron, of course :)

Ooooo, forgot about that. But, with the price of that sucker, it isn't even on my wish list!