Marvel indoor trainer

[Katelin Thiart]

Hi all, 

I am new to the cycling world. I recently bought a Marvel 'dumb trainer'. I find it rather useless, there is no real resistance even when riding in the lower gears. Am I doing something wrong or are these trainers not really worth it? 

I was wondering if getting a Garmin Speed Sensor 2, to track distance at least, and be able to connect to My Whoosh, would that make it worth it?

Thank you in advance. 

[ChrisF]

Maybe a photo, to help guide answers to your model.

 

"Wheel on" trainer?  It should have an adjustable magnetic resistance system.

[Thomo]

Setup is important. You must ensure the correct amount of contact/pressure on you tyre.

Use of an IDT specific tyre also helps.

['Kaze Pete]

Liek this one: https://www.cyclelab.com/product/3003136-trainer-marvel-t1?
Did / do you set the tension?

Features:
- 26inch/700C or 29er compatible (Trainer tyre)
- Foldable easy for storage
- Tension adjustable