decent trainer for under $179? cyclometer setups with this?

markm75 said:

Also.. when doing a trainer, the front wheel doesnt move (obviously),
so do you simply get a cheap cyclometer (wireless) that can go on the
rear wheel?

Most wireless computers don't have the range to allow the sensor to be
mounted on the rear wheel. It's probably easier to find a wired computer
with a rear wheel pickup.

markm75 said:

I'm looking for a good trainer for indoors.. something that will feel
realistic and be durable in the long term.

My price range maxes at around $179..

So far, the one I'm leaning on is this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Minoura-Magnetic-Hybrid-Indoor-Trainer/dp/B000HLVHD6/ref=sr_1_13/102-9786792-5216126?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1185911003&sr=8-13
(Minoura VFS fluid trainer).

Anyone have any thoughts?

Also.. when doing a trainer, the front wheel doesnt move (obviously),
so do you simply get a cheap cyclometer (wireless) that can go on the
rear wheel?

Thanks

If you don't mind the loud noise, a wind trainer works great for
resistance and is cheaper than a good fluid unit. Magnetic trainers are
not realistic as far as resistance. I use the Cateye Astrale 8 rear
computer. It has a rear wheel mount and also has cadence.