I agree with your review. I've had TruTrainer rollers since 2015; it's the older 'analog' version minus the wireless protocols - it's a great training tool for those days you don't want to ride on the road; its has a realistic road feel; the rollers are high quality construction; the designers are aerospace engineers who are also avid cyclists, hence, the tight tolerances. Rollers are great since your bike remains intact and that there are no contact points placing mechanical stress on your frame. Agree, that you can't be distracted while using otherwise you'll fall off the rollers - it requires concentration and focus; a momentary glance to the side and you inadvertently steer your bike off and topple over.
Just curious as to whether a trainer tire specific for rollers would be better. Wouldn't there be more chance of your rear road tire being chewed up the more you rode on the trainer rollers?? Also, have you noticed small pieces of rubber from your rear wheel on the floor between the rear rollers?? Thanks.
Should be fine. I used kreitler rollers with track racing for years. Cotton tubulars, high end clinchers, cheap clinchers: never saw any issues. Glue didn’t heat up. Tread didn’t seem to wear any quicker.
@@kalanihines Good to know. The same cannot be said about the Wahoo Kickr Rollr as it chewed up my expensive road tire and eventually delaminated it!!!!
@@NM-zi2zv damn! That sucks!! Sorry to hear it. Is it steel rollers? I wonder if the grooves are bigger or if there’s more resistance or something? Hope it didn’t put you on the ground too. What a bummer
@@kalanihines Wahoo is sending out a replacement unit, most likely something wrong with the bearings inside as it started making a knocking noise. The rollers are smooth and aluminum from what I can see. Overall, I don't think this should be used as the main indoor trainer during winter months.
Good video Charles. I bought a resistance parabolic roller which I use with my powermeter pedals. I've learned to ride them but I don't find them comfortable at all. My seatbones area is getting irritated after 1 hour of riding and I can't continue because I'm gonna get saddle sores. I've used the same bike outside for up to 8 hour rides without saddle issues. I don't know why this happens on the rollers. Maybe it is just the fact that it is so uncomfortable to ride out of the saddle. Do you have any tips / tricks regarding that? You have been riding rollers for the past year so if you know anything that can help please share. Appreciate the videos.
Regarding your comment that you can be less distracted or that it's not necessarily possible to go all out, could the front fork stand make it possible to do sessions that are a little more “classic”? Thanks for the review, I've always been interested in this type of equipment but the fear of busting my head has always been a barrier to purchase. I'm going to look at used models to see if I like them and probably go with a higher-end model if the interest remains.
Hey Freddy, yes front fork would then allows to be more relaxed and less distracted. For the all-out sprint, I don't think it will be as good as direct drive or smart bike because when sprinting (even with fork attachment) a lot of the weight is forward, and there is lot's of pull up the pedals. I would be scared it cause the rear wheel to slip.... But I haven't tried.
I had some Inside Ride rollers about a decade ago then sold them, I'm on the Stages bike now because it's so easy to roll away in my tight space.They were super basic but these were the Pre-Zwift days.The bumpers are an absolute must. To be clear the rear roller increases resistance automatically just like any smart trainer right? I'm seriously considering switching back to rollers since your head is much more in the game and you can be comfortable on long rides like you said.
Yes resistance of these smart rollers act like any ERG trainer. It will follow zwift gradient or any planned workout! I move my stages bike for it's versality! But the ride feel sucks!! ahah
@@CharlesOuimet the market for the Stages bike isn't great rn with the company folding so it'd be a lot of cash net to get into these rollers but I'm still considering them
Yes, you get some tire wear with rollers, mainly the back wheel. But much less than wheel-on stationary trainers. The larger the roller diameter, the less wear.
Sounds like you could benefit from a bike fit. If you're rocking side to side that much that you cant do a long ride in a static position then theres likely something wrong. Dont misunderstand i love rollers but my static position on a trainer is super comfortable too. And im not rocking around out on the road either
Yeah, especially when he mentioned the time differences for which he started to experience discomfort on a bike attached to a trainer vs a smart bike. That sounds like they are not set even close to each other.
Try changing the seat on your indoor SB20 1:47 to an ISM or S Works Power saddle it will make a world of difference. Can go for 2 hours + now indoor and no pain in lower back.
I agree with your review. I've had TruTrainer rollers since 2015; it's the older 'analog' version minus the wireless protocols - it's a great training tool for those days you don't want to ride on the road; its has a realistic road feel; the rollers are high quality construction; the designers are aerospace engineers who are also avid cyclists, hence, the tight tolerances. Rollers are great since your bike remains intact and that there are no contact points placing mechanical stress on your frame. Agree, that you can't be distracted while using otherwise you'll fall off the rollers - it requires concentration and focus; a momentary glance to the side and you inadvertently steer your bike off and topple over.
you got the right tire brand.
Just curious as to whether a trainer tire specific for rollers would be better. Wouldn't there be more chance of your rear road tire being chewed up the more you rode on the trainer rollers?? Also, have you noticed small pieces of rubber from your rear wheel on the floor between the rear rollers?? Thanks.
Yeah I'd be curious to know about tire longevity. Would hate to chew up expensive tires for indoor training.
Should be fine. I used kreitler rollers with track racing for years. Cotton tubulars, high end clinchers, cheap clinchers: never saw any issues. Glue didn’t heat up. Tread didn’t seem to wear any quicker.
@@kalanihines Good to know. The same cannot be said about the Wahoo Kickr Rollr as it chewed up my expensive road tire and eventually delaminated it!!!!
@@NM-zi2zv damn! That sucks!! Sorry to hear it. Is it steel rollers? I wonder if the grooves are bigger or if there’s more resistance or something? Hope it didn’t put you on the ground too. What a bummer
@@kalanihines Wahoo is sending out a replacement unit, most likely something wrong with the bearings inside as it started making a knocking noise. The rollers are smooth and aluminum from what I can see. Overall, I don't think this should be used as the main indoor trainer during winter months.
Good video Charles. I bought a resistance parabolic roller which I use with my powermeter pedals. I've learned to ride them but I don't find them comfortable at all. My seatbones area is getting irritated after 1 hour of riding and I can't continue because I'm gonna get saddle sores. I've used the same bike outside for up to 8 hour rides without saddle issues. I don't know why this happens on the rollers. Maybe it is just the fact that it is so uncomfortable to ride out of the saddle. Do you have any tips / tricks regarding that? You have been riding rollers for the past year so if you know anything that can help please share. Appreciate the videos.
How is the noise?
Regarding your comment that you can be less distracted or that it's not necessarily possible to go all out, could the front fork stand make it possible to do sessions that are a little more “classic”?
Thanks for the review, I've always been interested in this type of equipment but the fear of busting my head has always been a barrier to purchase. I'm going to look at used models to see if I like them and probably go with a higher-end model if the interest remains.
Hey Freddy, yes front fork would then allows to be more relaxed and less distracted. For the all-out sprint, I don't think it will be as good as direct drive or smart bike because when sprinting (even with fork attachment) a lot of the weight is forward, and there is lot's of pull up the pedals. I would be scared it cause the rear wheel to slip.... But I haven't tried.
Thanks for the video.
I am curious what software are you using on the screen that's infront of you when your ride the rollers.
He is using TrainerRoad
I had some Inside Ride rollers about a decade ago then sold them, I'm on the Stages bike now because it's so easy to roll away in my tight space.They were super basic but these were the Pre-Zwift days.The bumpers are an absolute must.
To be clear the rear roller increases resistance automatically just like any smart trainer right? I'm seriously considering switching back to rollers since your head is much more in the game and you can be comfortable on long rides like you said.
Yes resistance of these smart rollers act like any ERG trainer. It will follow zwift gradient or any planned workout! I move my stages bike for it's versality! But the ride feel sucks!! ahah
@@CharlesOuimet the market for the Stages bike isn't great rn with the company folding so it'd be a lot of cash net to get into these rollers but I'm still considering them
How long have you been using the rollers? Does it wear your tires?
Yes, you get some tire wear with rollers, mainly the back wheel. But much less than wheel-on stationary trainers. The larger the roller diameter, the less wear.
@@rivingtonandstanton How about compared to riding on the road vs on the rollers, do you think it's about the same or maybe more or less?
How do tires stand up?
Must run higher pressure! doesn't chew tires more than tarmac
Sounds like you could benefit from a bike fit. If you're rocking side to side that much that you cant do a long ride in a static position then theres likely something wrong.
Dont misunderstand i love rollers but my static position on a trainer is super comfortable too. And im not rocking around out on the road either
Yeah, especially when he mentioned the time differences for which he started to experience discomfort on a bike attached to a trainer vs a smart bike. That sounds like they are not set even close to each other.
Did you get it delivered in Canada? If so how bad were taxes and duties.
I didn't get any duty, but I have a media unit/sample for review, that sometime fly inder the duties radar
Is there any resistance? Resistance adjustment?
Yes, it has ERG mode so will change resistance in zwift world, or according to workout
Opposite for me. I can sit on stages all day, but I get so sore on rollers
Damn! I just cant ahah
They've gone ballistic with that price tag...
All machined in house in the US. Will last a lifetime
Try changing the seat on your indoor SB20 1:47 to an ISM or S Works Power saddle it will make a world of difference. Can go for 2 hours + now indoor and no pain in lower back.
Nice! Still, the ride feel is nothing close to these rollers
Such a misnomer... Power Saddle... a short nosed saddle doesn't magically increase ones power