Training wheel

[l4y3rcake]

Hi Hubbers.

 

I have just started cycling(5 months cycling and 2 months no smoking ) and although i get at least 4 hours of "good" training in a week I'd like to increase that by purchasing an indoor trainer.

 

I'm looking at getting the TacX Blue Twist bundle from CWC as it falls within my budget but i don't want to mess up my tires and would like to keep the noise level down. So here is my question:

 

Because I'm using all/most of my budget on the trainer would it be possible to get a v-brake type wheel and slap the training tyre on it, because the resistance of the trainer will stop the wheel....eventually, and i don't see it necessary to have my back brake functional?

 

I don't want to buy a 2nd hand wheelset as i haven't seen any in the classifieds that i could afford that would be an upgrade to my current wheels(The only reason i would get a new wheelset is to upgrade). I can get a v-brake wheel from my lbs for R300 and will get an extra cassette at R250.

 

Please give your "experienced" opinions

[sluiper]

Yes, you could definitely slap a v-brake wheel on.

 

I have a fluid trainer and use it about once a week (whenever the weather doesn't permit cycling outside), so I kind of know what it's like owning/using one.

 

I would, however, recommend you get a trainer off Gumtree/TheHub classifieds rather than buy a new one. It takes a special kind of person to sit on a bike hour after hour while watching TV, and most people aren't that special kind of person. Which means there are a lot of trainers that go on Gumtree for less than half the price you're looking to spend.

 

Also, for the amount you're looking at spending, you could probably buy a second hand spinning bike. I know it doesn't seem like a lot of effort now, but changing your wheel, getting the bike set up and getting everything just right before you get on the trainer starts to get irritating after a while. Setting up a dedicated spinning bike means it's very quick to get going and you're not "using up" your bike on training.

 

Just my 2c.

[Li Mu Bai]

these work best:

 

http://www.bike24.com/i/p/1/6/26361_00_d.jpg

[l4y3rcake]

Thanks Sluiper. I'm slightly worried about space though, but not a bad idea. Is there any brand or model that i should look out for?

[l4y3rcake]

these work best:

 

http://www.bike24.com/i/p/1/6/26361_00_d.jpg

 

 

I was waiting for that one

[sluiper]

Thanks Sluiper. I'm slightly worried about space though, but not a bad idea. Is there any brand or model that i should look out for?

 

I have a few friends who have them at home, and they all swear by Spinnaker, though they don't come up as often as the other brands.

[l4y3rcake]

I have a few friends who have them at home, and they all swear by Spinnaker, though they don't come up as often as the other brands.

 

Sure I'll keep my eyes peeled. Thanks again for the info