Hi All, Great to see this thread. Good luck with the builds - keen to see the results and what was learnt along the way. Despite being a board manufacturer (ROQAboards) I encourage the DIY aspect of these boards. There is definitely a place for it - Especially at a time like this. Use your heads and your hands - it will be good for you. For those who don't have the time, desire on inclination - we've got your back! Quality materials, precise design and CNC cutting results is an extremely high quality board that performs exceptionally well. What I don't encourage is copy and paste logic as if it is the only logic when in reality it is just narrative that suits a particular design/belief. The main myth is that inflatables provide a bounce back that takes away from the performance and experience and, therefore, renders them inferior to any rib design AND that there is a high probability of the inflatables bursting. Please tell this to the best selling board manufacturers across the US and UK (SBR, Bespoke, OMNI etc). In reality the facts are that quality inflatables fitted correctly (with the correct chamfer on the board to match the profile of the ball) and the inflatable being kept within the correct pressures negates these theories. In my opinion a full length rocker is a more complete solution and having level, stable steps built into the board for mounting and dismounting your bike is a worthy upgrade. Furthermore ROQA's are incredibly stable and well balanced. The unit itself wont move a millimetre from the original position on the floor no matter how many watts are being put down. The top plate can be set as firm or as soft as you want it. The softer the better in my experience. Bounce back is not a thought that will enter into your mind regardless of the type of session you are doing. You will suffer less body fatigue, experience more comfort and put the worries of your expensive bike frame on an static indoor trainer to bed. Get your Roq on!
