CycleOps' Mag+ Trainer uses magnetic fields to generate a wide range of adjustable resistance, perfect for cyclists determined to stay in shape year round. Its unique design incorporates a flywheel for an unbeatably smooth and quiet ride. Choose from 5 resistance settings for varied workouts. Plus, the bar-mounted remote shifter means you never break your cadence.
Did all the research and settled on this model. I wish I could have afforded to purchase the fluid trainer at double the cost, but in the end economics won over. I figured better to train and save than to not train. I'm Very Very happy with my decision.
This trainer was a breeze to setup and install, its a tad noisy (though thats just as likely because of my tires which are a bit bumpy). Once I got the hang of the rhythm, this trainer was amazing.
A HUGE bonus is the adjustable tension cable. Shifting resistance while pedaling made the workout!
Gift:
No
Feb
23
2011
1.0
Not too impressed
By sigs
from Burnaby bc
About Me Avid Cyclist
Pros
Adjustable
Cons
Vibrated till numb 30min
Poorly Constructed
Mag not installed correct
Defective from factory
Best Uses
Road Bikes
Comments:
First unit I bought the mag was uninstalled from the factory incorrectly, had to return. The second one vibrated till i was numb less then 30 mins. A real pain, if you buy one try it in the store first.
Gift:
No
Feb
14
2011
4.0
Great for a recreational biker
By Lauren
from Mt Prospect, IL
About Me Casual/ Recreational
Pros
Range of resistance
Easy to use
Good price value
Cons
Vibrates - not as smooth
Not easy to assemble
A little noisy
Best Uses
Road Bikes
Comments:
I like riding my bike for exercise around the neighborhood, but in the winter, it is too hard. Was looking for something under $300 that was easy to use. This works great. The hookup for your bike for the resistance is handy and seems to be working well. My only two complaints are the directions made it hard to assemble (they are not that clear, and had better time doing step 2 then 1), and the bike vibrates when I ride, so that gets annoying. This is a good product for a recreational biker looking to exercise in the winter using their bike.
Gift:
No
Jan
18
2011
3.0
Shifter keeps falling off the bike
By GymGal
from Boston, MA
About Me Avid Cyclist
Pros
Easy to Install and Use
Stable
Convienent to have
Cons
Dislike the shifter
Not Adjustable
Best Uses
Road Bikes
Comments:
I think if I was buying it for myself I would spend extra for the better models
Gift:
No
Feb
17
2009
(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
Returning it.
By milkyway71
from New York, NY
About Me Avid Cyclist
Pros
Easy to Install and Use
Cons
Loud
Best Uses
Road Bikes
Comments:
It sounds like a DC10. From 3 floors down, my friend said it sounded like a garbage truck was idling in my apartment. I'm exchanging this tomorrow.
