Originally Posted by
datlas
If you want to have the full interactive experience and have Zwift etc. control your trainer, you are looking at the entry-level wheel-on smart trainers. Last I checked you have several good choices for roughly $500. My recollection is that finding them on sale/discount may be a challenge, so you may end up paying close to MSRP.
That's less than a few hundreds, in my book.
I have a dumb trainer with power. I also have a groove worn in the steel wheel. Not sure if I'm doing it wrong, but @
WhyFi's old tire would be on my trainer wheel, and I wouldn't sweat it until I wear out another tire. If said spousal unit wants a trainer, don't mess around with a lesser device, get one you want, and you both will be happy with.