Sub 250 Turbo?

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Rich_W

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12,548 posts

213 months

Tuesday 25th November 2014
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Hey all.

Got it down to 2. But looking for experiences of either/both smile

Tacx Satori Smart (Magnetic with adjustable resistance and ANT+)



And Cycleops Fluid2 (Fluid and no extra gubbins)



I've read that Fluid is more natural but "can" leak. And there's no real resistance at low speeds and the only way to get a harder workout is to go up the gears and speed up.

Whereas Magnetic is more intensive but feels "different" to actual riding. How different I'm not sure. confused

Ascetically I like the Tacx better and it seems easier to set up. The adjustability seems like a good idea and I like the "smart" angle. Although I'm unlikely to use it at this time. Maybe if I upgrade my computer it would be more use. I don't think it can be used with those videos that slow down or speed up depending on your riding. But if anyone knows different

Both units get good reviews. Noise in operation is not too much of an issue. I'll be outside and it'll only be for maybe a couple hours during the week in addition to my longer actual ride at the weekend.

Over to you guys for opinions. biggrin

Rich_W

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12,548 posts

213 months

Thursday 27th November 2014
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TKFs suggestion above of Jet Fluid Pro seems to fit the bill.

Erring towards that at the moment with a riser and thong.

Cheers for the replies smile