Just curious if any Slowtwitchers have experience with the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate. Looks like they're on their second generation ... https://www.sbrtrishop.com/sbr-rockr-pro.html
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Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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I have one and use it for a great deal of training w/ my Tacx Neo. It is so damn good.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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I'd love to get one, I'm a little unclear on when they are available though. It shows as pre-order, but has said 6-8 weeks for availability since I've been checking their web page.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [rexnebula]
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Just call the shop and talk to them. That is what I did when I ordered it. Received it in a week or so I think.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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Just because it's related, there's a pretty great facebook group for rocker plates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415329188897706/
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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Thank you for making my scan of forum page 2 worth my while. I'd been wanting a rocker plate and was tragically stuck between thinking they looked simple enough to DIY, and actually making any time to do so. I pulled the trigger, therefore my human - saddle interface thanks you as well.
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Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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I really like that idea and I reckon it would be a definite improvement to my indoor trainer experience.
However, I think their pricing is nuts.
As far as I can see it's two plywood boards laminated with recycled rubber, some inflated elastic balls in between to provide the flex and a few pieces of hardware to mount the trainer. That does not justify a price of $500 in my eyes. And I'm certainly not paying $250 to ship it to Europe. It's big and bulky but I'm certain they can do a hell of a lot better than that. $150 should be feasible.
If it was about $300-$340 incl shipping I'd consider it, but for $750? Not a chance.
However, I think their pricing is nuts.
As far as I can see it's two plywood boards laminated with recycled rubber, some inflated elastic balls in between to provide the flex and a few pieces of hardware to mount the trainer. That does not justify a price of $500 in my eyes. And I'm certainly not paying $250 to ship it to Europe. It's big and bulky but I'm certain they can do a hell of a lot better than that. $150 should be feasible.
If it was about $300-$340 incl shipping I'd consider it, but for $750? Not a chance.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Coudright]
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I went the build kit route and am happy with the decision (not actually the SBR build kit but a nearly identical option that is much easier to get a hold of in the UK).
Its more expensive than doing a full DIY build but I do think it saved a lot of time and potential issues in sourcing and spec'ing the parts from scratch. Cutting and drilling the boards is a quick job assuming you have the correct tools and it also gives you much more aesthetic freedom with the end product. I am not a massive fan of the solid back finish and wanted a brighter more custom looking piece for the pain-cave. In total the build came in significantly under the price of the full SBR unit with a similar functionality and improved looks.
Its more expensive than doing a full DIY build but I do think it saved a lot of time and potential issues in sourcing and spec'ing the parts from scratch. Cutting and drilling the boards is a quick job assuming you have the correct tools and it also gives you much more aesthetic freedom with the end product. I am not a massive fan of the solid back finish and wanted a brighter more custom looking piece for the pain-cave. In total the build came in significantly under the price of the full SBR unit with a similar functionality and improved looks.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [scott8888]
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Any chance you can provide details or a link to the kit you used?
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Ai_1]
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https://www.bikeacces.com/...463rocker-plate.html Sells DIY kits for all the popular trainers.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Acsp34]
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Thanks, that looks a LOT more reasonable!
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Ai_1]
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The bike access one list above is the one I used. The prices don't include VAT so I paid just over 100 euros including shipping.
I have a Tacx flux which has an awkward shaped plastic case. Looking elsewhere online people have damaged the case trying to secure it to the plates but the mounting bracket bike access supply gets around this problem. Trainers with metal legs appear to be much easier to clamp down but it is something to consider when looking into plates.
I have a Tacx flux which has an awkward shaped plastic case. Looking elsewhere online people have damaged the case trying to secure it to the plates but the mounting bracket bike access supply gets around this problem. Trainers with metal legs appear to be much easier to clamp down but it is something to consider when looking into plates.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [scott8888]
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Great. Mine is a KK Road machine. Big robust steel tube frame so it should be easy to clamp in place.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [Acsp34]
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SBR also just sells the hardware kit (You provide the boards) for Pro model for $150. I will probably go that route. Will probably get the boards, cut them, paint them and then order the kit. Or I might just buy the hardware on my own. More interested in the full size rather than just back platform.
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [scott8888]
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Anyone know when the CycleOps rocker plate comes out?
Re: Anyone seen the SBR ROCKR PRO rocker plate? [alfonso132]
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Theoretically sometime in spring of 2019. I read that from Ray @ http://www.dcrainmaker.com who has a test unit from them currently.
I have the SBR Rockr plate and I use it with my Kickr. It's freaking amazing. The bike even leans when I reach out for my nutrition or hydration, just like IRL.
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