Trainer advice and reputable online dealers (Page 2)

Try this site , I've had them bookmarked based on some feedback for awhile now, they list the 07 KK road trainer at $275:

Lifestylesport states free SH and the trainer lists at $269 not $275 when you add it to a cart. 

I like the concept of the KK Rock and Roll model. I wonder how well it feels and if the extra $30 is worth it or not?

I bought a new Cyclops Fluid 2 for $229 delivered from a bike store that regularly lists inventory on e-Bay ... and it has gotten me through thousands of miles. 

When the tension handle broke 5 weeks before Ironman Florida, I went to the website to send them an e-mail, pleaded my case for a quick repair ... and they overnighted the replacement part at their expense.

Cylcops people rock.

Continuing the "solid store" angle, just returned a Joe Blow pump due to valve problems with Performance Bikes wondering whether they would let me exchange it or if I had to go through the manufacturer.  Even thought I have had it for a couple months, they gave me a full refund and let me buy a different pump that was on sale and therefore cheaper ... and then gave me the 10% Tuesday lunch special deal on top of that.

Performance Bike rocks.

Lastly, in terms of things to watch while on the trainer. I subscribe to Netflix and watch a new movie every week ... keeps your mind off of the workout by watching something fresh.  No late fees, ever.  When you are done with the movie, you put in the prepaid envelop and place in the mailbox.  Within 2 days you will receive the next movie you have placed in your queue.

Netflix rocks too.

ok, just an update

called back this morning and they evidently got a huge shipment in of the "secret" trainer and i ordered one up.   also got the computer for it and Spinerval DVD 13.

can't wait to get it next week.

now, another question....

should i put some type of mat down under the bike to keep it secure or does it stay in one place real good?   what does most people do?   anything else i need to go with the trainer?

The trainer will not move ... but a mat is not a bad idea given the copious amounts of perspiration you will generate.  When riding you do not realize how much you sweat as much of it evaporates from the wind generated by the mph you are pushing.

I do not sweat profusely and am still shocked by the fact that my socks can be soaked after a 60-75 minute ride on the trainer (not to mention the "puddle of sweat" on the floor of the garage).