[Sportsandrec] Sportsandrec Digest, Vol 41, Issue 7

Tue Jul 7 23:10:50 UTC 2009

CL meaning Craigslist I believe.

Lori

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From: "Keith Christian" <keithchristian at roadrunner.com>
To: <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, July 07, 2009 5:06 PM
Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Sportsandrec Digest, Vol 41, Issue 7

> Hi Ron,
>
> Thanks for the information.  I'll look into  the fluid trainers.  You
> mentioned making purchases on CL.  What is CL?  I am not familiar with
> it.
>
> I'd like to purchase one on the inexpensive side for now.  A $100 would
> be about right for my first one.
>
> OK, I just went and looked on line at some fluid trainers.  Wow, they
> look really cool.  There are so many choices.  I think I'll look for a
> used one to get an idea of what I want before spending 2 or 3 hundred on
> one. Glad I did not spend much time thinking of building one.
>
> Thanks Ron.
>
> Keith
> .
>
>
>
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:31:09 -0500 (CDT)
> From: "Ron & the bears" <rockthebike at usfamily.net>
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Turning a bike into a stationary bike
> To: "Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List"
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> Hello Keith,
>
> Trainers are stands that hold up the rear of the bike and also provide
> resistance to simulate an outdoor ride. While the thought of you making
> one
> is admirable, I'd leave it to those who have been building them for
> decades.
>
> They come in three basic designs, each using a different type of
> resistance.
> The three types are wind, magnetic, and fluid. The fluid is the quietest
> and
> feels the most realistic, in my opinion. I have been riding them since
> about
> 1992. I have killed at least two of them, perhaps from over use.
>
> My favorite fluid trainers are the Kurt Kinetic and the Cycle-Ops (by
> Trek)
> Fluid 2. I prefer the Kurt and believe it is  the best. It is also the
> only
> one rated to handle the power generated from a tandem. I have ridden
> mine
> five hours in a day before without it complaining. My first one is now
> over
> six years old and still feels like new. It is very overbuilt and will
> not
> leak. I bought my first one as a demo for about $250, msrp maybe about
> 349.
> I just bought another on CL for $100. It is four years newer. I did not
> really need it, but wanted to have an extra in case someone wants to
> join
> me.
>
> You may also see new fluid trainers at mail-order stores like Bike
> Nashbar
> and Performance for less than $100. Their house brands seem to be good
> enough for moderate use. Or, you may buy one on CL. If you do buy a used
>
> one, do not be afraid to ride it for at least twenty minutes. You want
> to
> listen to it as you and the trainer both get up to operating
> temperature.
> They can make noises that will discourage you from using it.
>
> You will also get in a better workout if you place a floor standing fan
> in
> front of you. You will generate a tremendous amount of heat while
> riding. A
> ceiling fan will not do much to help unless the room is large enough for
>
> dissipation or cold from AC. With a good sound system and healthy
> imagination, you will come to enjoy indoor riding. After twenty minutes
> on
> the thing, I am usually feeling more motivated. You and your pilot will
> also
> notice the improvements in your fitness when you actually get on the
> tandem
> for an outdoor ride.
>
> Good luck! If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask.
>
> Best,
>
> Ron & the Dad gets to ride his trainer today bears
> Austin, TX
>
> Keith Christian wrote, "Hi,
> :
> : I am new to the list.  Your discussions have gotten me interested in
> : getting out my bikes and cleaning them up.  My kids are all excited
> : about it.
> :
> : I have a tandem and a few other bikes that I would like to put on a
> : stand and ride them, when I don't have anyone to ride in the front.  I
> : was thinking of making a stand out of wood but thought there might be
> an
> : inexpensive device already readily available.  In a few posts, I saw
> : references to a trainer or a trekk.  Are these stands you put your
> bikes
> : on when you want to ride solo?
> :
> : Thanks.
> :
> : Keith"
>
>
>
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