Re: Cycleops Pro300PT trainer


53x11@xxxxxxxxx Wrote:
> Has anyone ridden one of these? How accurate are they in measuring
> speed and watts? I got on one at Home Depot Center and was able to to
> get it up to 40mph way easier than I could have done on a real bike.
> I'd love to get one but if it's no more accurate than a LifeCycle
> whats the point of spending $1800? The flywheel felt smooth though.

You are getting a high quality spin bike with a fully functional PT on
it - which is about as accurate as you are gonna need. The flywheel is
heavy so will spin up easily - but the power reading will be spot on.

We use these bikes for all sorts of power based training and I love
them.

Peter


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