Turbo Trainer experiences please

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Permalink Reply by PB Cycling Editor on March 13, 2008 at 6:34pm

If you're on a tight budget then both the cycleOps Mag (£80), which offers power-band technology, Minoura's Mag 500 (£99.99) prove to be great value for money. But the all-round ride, feel and value of the Elite Volare Mag Lite (£74.95) overshadows them.

In the mid-price range, the Gist fluid (£134.99) is a sturdy trainer and, although the Minoura hypermag (£149.99) did well, its possibly a bit overpriced when compared to some in this range. Tacx's Sirius (£129.99) punches well above its weight in terms of cost and overall feel and is right up there. As is the CycleOps Fluid2 (155.00), which is smooth, quiet and easy to use.

Heading up the price range, the Elite Crono Hydromag offers a ride feel that is like no other with its large elastogel roller and magnetic resisatance set-up (£199.00)...While the ride might be great on the Hydromag , the real winner-if price isn't an issue-is the Tacx Flow (£289.99). It offers so much for serious training athletes, such as accurate heart rate and power readings along with a great ride.

Don't just take my word for it - here's some useful reviews

Hope this helps.

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Permalink Reply by Rich on March 13, 2008 at 7:57pm

Thats very useful thanks! I have gone for the Tacx Sirius and even found it for £99.99 at HERE
Cant wait for the postie now!
cheers
Rich

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