I use a trainer when the weather sucks or when pressed for workout time.
It isn't fun so I have to make sure I have a something cued on the dvd or vcr to entertain me.
You will sweat bucketloads because of the lack of airflow. A fan is necessary for the cooling effect
and a towel is necessary to mop up periodically. I get my old tennis sweat bands out as well to help
stop some of the drips.
The tyres do get worn more than they would on the road (roughly 2 -3 times as fast on my also old
tyre driven minoura).
A HRM will help to keep the effort constant. My speedo is front mounted so is useless on my trainer.
I haven't used a stationary bike appart from the ones at he gym. The types I have used are never as
comfy as my bike and I believe you have to spend a mint to get one that won't wear out and get all
creaky quickly. They do, however, usually have the gadgets for cadence etc. built in. I wouldn't
have room in my place for a stationary bike anyway while my trainer lives under my bed with the
dust bunnies.
Alex
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> hi,
>
> does anyone know where in brisbane i can get a used cycle trainer? Was thinking of getting a
> stationary bike for when it's more convenient to "ride" at home, but then that would bea waste of
> my bike frame.
>
> Any advantages/disadvantages to using a cycle trainer over a stationary bike?
>
>
> thanks!
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