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Turbo trainer compared to road / air resistence - Magneto Classic
For reasons I won't bore you with I have been confined to the garage for my training for the last six-seven months.
I have been using my road bike on a Cycleops magnetto classic (see: Here)
What I ...
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I am looking at buying a tacx turbo trainer however I am only putting out about 200w on a bike
Is this enough for a turbo trainer and if so, which tacx should I buy?I am looking at a tacx blue or satori as these are in my budget however will the satori be to hard to ride as it has a max output ...
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Is it possible to put a 700c wheel on to an old Raliegh road bike?
I've been using a trainer during the winter months and went out on my bike the other day and half way round I got a flat!!!
I spoke to the bloke in a shop who said that using the bike on the trainer ...
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Can Tacx Flow head unit work with old (2002) Basic frame/brake?
I want to replace a lost head unit/computer on my old Tacx Basic from 2002, does anybody know if modern Flow head unit will work with this old frame/load generator? I think such was an upgrade path, ...
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What are the pros and cons of a Turbo Trainer over Training Rollers?
For the winter, I'm looking to get either a Turbo Trainer (like this one) or Training Rollers (like these)
What are the pros and cons of each?
I don't think I like the idea of not being able to turn ...
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Online turbo / spinning resources
Where can I find free online spinning or turbo classes? Ideally videos, but just audio or even an annotated playlist would do.
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What's the most efficient riding style for losing weight?
I plan on setting up my bicycle with one of those devices that holds the rear tire and gives some resistance so I can exercise through the winter. I think it's called a bicycle trainer.
When using ...
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of turbo trainers and rollers?
In a previous question I asked what I need to know about turbo trainers, but several answers mentioned the use of rollers. What are the pros and cons of turbo trainers and rollers?
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What do I need to know about Turbo Trainers?
I'm about to get hold of my first turbo trainer (borrowing it from my triathlon club). Before I start, what do I need to know about turbo trainers?
