Bike Trainer stands for heavy people
02-15-21, 11:27 AM
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Bike Trainer stands for heavy people
i am currently wanting to take my bike inside and put it on a trainer stand to bike inside instead of buying a stationary bike or spin bike etc. does anyone know of a trainer stand that can hold up to 450 lbs?
already discussed with doctors etc and working closely with appropriate people.
already discussed with doctors etc and working closely with appropriate people.
02-15-21, 12:02 PM
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don't think such an animal exists.I'm 195lbs. & found a cycleops was way too light to get comfortable on.inherited a Sunny & zero issues-stable as a rock if you can spare $650.good luck & keep riding.
02-15-21, 04:40 PM
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195 lbs shouldn't be a problem - the Kickr for example specs 250 lbs, but that seems to be more due to potential bike damage than a concern for the trainer. 450 lbs might be a bit too much though. I'd ping Wahoo and the bike store/brand and see what they say.
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Have you considered rollers? I don't know about weight limits but I love mine:
1) no need to change bike to use, just hop on
2) improves my pedal stroke as when I'm not good I bob up and down
3) improves my balance
Takes some getting used to but I'm a big fan. You must use smooth or minimal tread tires (ie. Continental Gatorskin, GP4000 or GP5000)
1) no need to change bike to use, just hop on
2) improves my pedal stroke as when I'm not good I bob up and down
3) improves my balance
Takes some getting used to but I'm a big fan. You must use smooth or minimal tread tires (ie. Continental Gatorskin, GP4000 or GP5000)
02-16-21, 10:07 AM
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The highest I've seen one rated is the FDW trainer. It says "at least 300 pounds", whatever that means. Maybe you could write to them.
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02-18-21, 10:05 AM
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The roller suggestion would likely be ok from a weight perspective, although at 450lbs I would certainly verify before purchasing. However, the primary issue I see would be the ability at that weight to control the bike on the rollers. I've been riding for 20 yrs and I am of normal weight for my height and rollers can still be challenging for me. Small movements on the bike can have a major effect on control on the rollers and at that weight I see control of the bike as a significant constraint and would not recommend.
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The roller suggestion would likely be ok from a weight perspective, although at 450lbs I would certainly verify before purchasing. However, the primary issue I see would be the ability at that weight to control the bike on the rollers. I've been riding for 20 yrs and I am of normal weight for my height and rollers can still be challenging for me. Small movements on the bike can have a major effect on control on the rollers and at that weight I see control of the bike as a significant constraint and would not recommend.
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I don't know if the OP is coming back but I spoke to this guy years ago and he would make custom stuff for people. Might be worth a call,he seemed to know what he was talking about.
High Sierra Cycle Center, mfg of the Slocum Trainer stand and seller of Computrainer products. (hscycle.com)
High Sierra Cycle Center, mfg of the Slocum Trainer stand and seller of Computrainer products. (hscycle.com)
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The roller suggestion would likely be ok from a weight perspective, although at 450lbs I would certainly verify before purchasing. However, the primary issue I see would be the ability at that weight to control the bike on the rollers. I've been riding for 20 yrs and I am of normal weight for my height and rollers can still be challenging for me. Small movements on the bike can have a major effect on control on the rollers and at that weight I see control of the bike as a significant constraint and would not recommend.
I don't have a problem controlling the bike on the rollers unless I try to ride "no handed" then it can be dicey
