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Advice on buying used rollers/trainer

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  1. Does anyone have any words of wisdom or points to keep in mind when buying used rollers and/or trainer?

    I found what looks like a pretty good deal on a used set of both from the parents of a rider who moved out (yikes! i better make sure my mother didn't trash my old comic book collection). But I really don't know how to judge a sturdy set of rollers or trainer since this would make my first purchase of each.

    Any advice? Oh, I should probably put this out there now: I'm dead-set on buying used on these pieces of equipment. So please don't suggest buying new unless you have strong experience to suggest that that's the way to go. Afterall, the harsh reality that even the most dedicated person has to admit is that, despite good intentions at the time of purchase, EVERY home exercise tool is likely to be a dust collecting space hog over time. I really want to make sure that i'm gonna use these things before i commit to buying another expensive piece of road gear. Besides, right about now i could barely afford one of these things new if i wanted to.

  2. I haven't used any but after researching some websites from people who have, I've decided to go for the kreitler challenger roller with headfan.

    Apparently, rollers have a steep learning curve, but I think they have a tremendous advantage over trainers in that it simulates an actual ride much better because you must practice balance and consistancy, and are better than exercise bikes because you use your own bike, which means you stay accustomed (sp?) to your seat.

    The challenger model has 4.5" diameter drums so its easier than the smaller models, but with the headfan it is one of the hardest (good for after you have learned to use it). The headfan serves a dual function of cooling you down. Lastly, the challenger is cheap compared to the other aluminum models, although I won't be able to point you into the direction of a used sale (ebay might have it if you cross your fingers).

    Again, this is all anecdotal.

    xeu

  3. what exactly are rollers?

  4. Quoted post said:

    Originally posted by alex001
    what exactly are rollers?

    Behold:
    http://www.kreitler.com/rollers.htm

  5. Quoted post said:

    Originally posted by alex001
    what exactly are rollers?

    Behold:
    http://www.kreitler.com/rollers.htm

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