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Will someone just tell me what direct drive trainer to buy?

Old 03-20-21, 10:31 PM
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I got a Kickr Core in 2019 at 20% off during an infrequent sale. Belt whine issue in 2020 fixed by getting a new unit. No problems in 2021. The Core gets used by me and my wife 10-15 hours a week in total week after week. I'm sure any decent smart trainer will serve you well (check that DC Rainmaker link) but a smart trainer and a good program (in my case, Zwift) was a game changer for my cycling fitness.
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Old 03-22-21, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Danhedonia
Let us know how it all goes.
Well it appears I procrastinated long enough in buying that the weather got nice again. Maybe I'll get one next year.
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Old 03-22-21, 01:19 PM
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Well it appears I procrastinated long enough in buying that the weather got nice again. Maybe I'll get one next year.
before you just hang up your hat and wait until next year i would suggest you periodically keep feelers out. i bought mine during the summer and got a really great deal on a new previous year's model. used it only a few times to make sure it functioned then shelved it until the bad weather came. i saved a bundle.

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Old 05-21-21, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by spelger
before you just hang up your hat and wait until next year i would suggest you periodically keep feelers out. i bought mine during the summer and got a really great deal on a new previous year's model. used it only a few times to make sure it functioned then shelved it until the bad weather came. i saved a bundle.

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I like this thinking. I am doing this myself, might suggest it to the wife and kids as a Fathers Day present.
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Old 05-28-21, 11:56 AM
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I finally bit the bullet a while ago and spent for the Tacx Neo 2T. Zero regrets. Quiet, works with thru axles and discs frames, never needs calibration, and no issues. Just get the Neo 2T.
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