"A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow"

Mar 28, 10 12:45

Post #1 of 25 (5789 views)

Due to cervical disc issues and logging lots of miles on the computrainer, I have for some time wanted something to take the strain off my neck muscles so that I can more comfortably ride in the aero position for longer on the trainer. Have had a few ideas of something to build but, then this morning, I spotted a few items in the training pit/garage and threw them together. It was a miracle!

The items - small cardboard box, roll of paper towels, and cheap towel from Sam's:

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So place the cardboard box along the aerobars to make a platform for the "pillow" and allow you to fit your forearms under:

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And then the paper towel roll on top wrapped with towel and you're ready to go:

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OK so admittedly kinda goofy but amazing how much longer you can stay aero this way.

Coach at KonaCoach Multisport

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 14:13

Post #2 of 25 (5679 views)

If only we could bike by sonar.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [knewbike] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 14:32

Post #3 of 25 (5649 views)

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If only we could bike by sonar.

It wouldn't do any good anyway unless he was underwater. Now, radar, that would be a different matter. Maybe he could mount some of those collision avoidance sensors used in the bumpers of cars.

Greg

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 14:37

Post #4 of 25 (5637 views)

SWEET!!! Now I don't have to worry about missing sleep :)

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [gregtryin] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 16:07

Post #5 of 25 (5518 views)

Ha ha - it would never work on the road - just not as comfy with a helmet on... but seriously, a 2.5 hour zone 2 trainer ride like I did this morning is a brutal bear - anything to help me stay comfortable and build fitness is a plus.

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [knewbike] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 16:09

Post #6 of 25 (5511 views)

If only we could bike by sonar.

LOL, still chuckling as I'm typing.

It also looks like his trainer is set up to address the need to wear reading glasses while watching the TV. I'm guessing he's near-sighted? :-)

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 17:21

Post #7 of 25 (5361 views)

awesome. I like the paintings as well.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 18:07

Post #8 of 25 (5299 views)

now if you could mount a small LCD TV in that box so you can still watch TV I'd be in!!!

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [jayhawker] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 18:13

Post #9 of 25 (5287 views)

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If only we could bike by sonar.

LOL, still chuckling as I'm typing.

It also looks like his trainer is set up to address the need to wear reading glasses while watching the TV. I'm guessing he's near-sighted? :-)

That's a computer, man, not a TV, so he can keep up with the forums on ST while he works out. How motivating.

You know how it is when you read some post about a guy that says he just started cycling a couple of months ago and wants advice on how to improve his 325 watt FTP before IMLP. It helps you find the energy to push the pedals.

Greg

If you are a Canuck that engages in gratuitous bashing of the US, you are probably on my Iggy List. So, save your self a bunch of typing a response unless you also feel the need to gratuitously bash me. If so, have fun.
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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [gregtryin] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 19:14

Post #10 of 25 (5211 views)

then bats must live underwater...

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 20:08

Post #11 of 25 (5154 views)

How in GODS right mind does someone do a 2.5 hour trainer session. I would quit cycling if I had to do that.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 20:35

Post #12 of 25 (5105 views)

I gues i will take the hit. good choice of the linkin' park lyric.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [gregtryin] [ In reply to ]

justfast

Mar 28, 10 21:10

Post #13 of 25 (5069 views)

In Reply To:

In Reply To:

If only we could bike by sonar.

It wouldn't do any good anyway unless he was underwater. Now, radar, that would be a different matter. Maybe he could mount some of those collision avoidance sensors used in the bumpers of cars.

Greg

You mean the lower-tech curb feelers?

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [tmeert] [ In reply to ]

Mar 28, 10 22:56

Post #14 of 25 (5025 views)

except bats don't use sonar...

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [ndenezzo] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 3:58

Post #15 of 25 (4942 views)

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except bats don't use sonar...

Er, yes, they do.

Sonar is just reflections of sound (or vibration) waves. Doesn't matter if its through air or water, although sound travels much further through water.

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 6:19

Post #16 of 25 (4857 views)

Oooohhh, camo bar tape... Who makes that?

If Fizik made a "winter camo" (ie. black/white/grey camo), I'd be all over it!

Steve

"If you ain't first, you're last." Reese Bobby Talladega Nights

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [The_Mickstar] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 6:55

Post #17 of 25 (4808 views)

Well this tape used to be white, black, and gray... about 6 years ago!

Coach at KonaCoach Multisport

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 7:28

Post #18 of 25 (4759 views)

This would be great for my 5AM trainer rides.

Last edited by: nickwhite: Mar 29, 10 7:29

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

SWM_LIKE_A_ROCK

Mar 29, 10 7:29

Post #19 of 25 (4752 views)

If you have no sponsors, why put a blank "My sponsors:" in your signature? Just curious :-)

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [craigstrispot] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 7:43

Post #20 of 25 (4715 views)

Are you offering to sponsor me?

OK it's actually a joke - on me. Maybe I should update as I actually do have a sponsor this year - I can probably even get new bar tape now!

Coach at KonaCoach Multisport

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 8:11

Post #21 of 25 (4686 views)

Send this thread to Bounty, they'll sponser for sure.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [petalduck] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 8:22

Post #22 of 25 (4654 views)

my new deal with Mercatone Uno forbids it

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Alaric83] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 12:31

Post #23 of 25 (4508 views)

Similar, not the same. Sonar (SOund Navigation And Ranging) utilizes man-made technology to navigate or communicate through sound propagation, and is almost exclusively used underwater. Radar is now used for similar purposes in air.
Echo-location is what is used by bats.
They are all based off similar ideas, but are not the same.

Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [Terra-Man] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 13:05

Post #24 of 25 (4460 views)

You rode for 2.5 hours staring at the floor with your head on the pillow? Ive done long trainer rides, but always while watching TV....

personally, I do most of my training sitting on the hoods- I find that race-day is enough motivation to keep me in teh aero posn...

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Re: "A Place For My Head" - the aerobar "pillow" [clyde_s_dale] [ In reply to ]

Mar 29, 10 13:21

Post #25 of 25 (4435 views)

The brilliant idea didn't strike me til the 2 hour mark! And I had done a 3 hour outside ride the previous day followed by a 5 mile run so I was a bit fatigued.

On the trainer, I listen to music and watch CT watts and hr. Haven't ever tried watching TV...

The way I look at it, the more time I spend aero on the trainer the better - it's gotta help breathing and pedal technique on race day.

Coach at KonaCoach Multisport

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