Just asking for some advice/suggestions: I'm looking to ask for a set of rollers for Xmas from my family. However, I can't decide what set is the best quality/value, and I would appreciate any input from those of you with experience with these things.
Which is best? Aluminum or PVC drums? 110mm or 80mm cross-section drums?
Is there anything else I should consider? What do you recommend for manufacturers? So far, I have looked at BK's Kreitler Dyno-Myte rollers, I'm sort of curious whether there is something in a lower price range that would do the job required.
Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Reid
Are you looking for easy spinning or a hard workout? Kreitlers (aluminium drums) are apparently the best quality. The lower the diameter, the more resistance built-in. For more work, you can add "headwind" resistance units that will also keep you cool. I can only quote heresay - I haven't ridden them myself.
I ride plastic TAXX rollers, about 3" diameter. I change resistance by changing tyres on my bike. For low resistance, I use my Vittoria open corsa cx's. For more resistance, I use my MEC Hutchisons.
I work up a good sweat. I expect the rollers generate a fair amount of static electricity, but haven't shocked myself or made the rug I ride on go bald.
If I had the budget, I'd go and but a set or kreitlers, but I don't know what diameter I'd buy.
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Hey all,
Just asking for some advice/suggestions:
I'm looking to ask for a set of rollers for Xmas from my family. However, I can't decide what set is the best quality/value, and I would appreciate any input from those of you with experience with these things.
Which is best?
Aluminum or PVC drums?
110mm or 80mm cross-section drums?
Is there anything else I should consider?
What do you recommend for manufacturers?
So far, I have looked at BK's Kreitler Dyno-Myte rollers, I'm sort of curious whether there is something in a lower price range that would do the job required.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Reid
Reid:
Are you looking for easy spinning or a hard workout? Kreitlers (aluminium drums) are apparently the best quality. The lower the diameter, the more resistance built-in. For more work, you can add "headwind" resistance units that will also keep you cool. I can only quote heresay - I haven't ridden them myself.
I ride plastic TAXX rollers, about 3" diameter. I change resistance by changing tyres on my bike. For low resistance, I use my Vittoria open corsa cx's. For more resistance, I use my MEC Hutchisons.
I work up a good sweat. I expect the rollers generate a fair amount of static electricity, but haven't shocked myself or made the rug I ride on go bald.
If I had the budget, I'd go and but a set or kreitlers, but I don't know what diameter I'd buy.
Good luck.
J P
Thanks for all the info, folks. I think Frank and I are going in on a pair of Minoura Action rollers - aluminum and compact size for $170 USD.
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