I inflate fully to 120-130 psi (23s) Amounts less than optimum might cause excessive heat build up and wear on the tyres. Might. I have not run tyres under pressure.I've read that you can add a little resistance to roller training by deflating your tires some. What PSI do you guys use for roller training?
The lazer trick is a great idea. I'll have to try that. At first I'm going to work on just not killing myself on the thing. LOL! I did a search on youtube for "roller trainer". Pretty funny stuff.I inflate fully to 120-130 psi (23s) Amounts less than optimum might cause excessive heat build up and wear on the tyres. Might. I have not run tyres under pressure.
Next time you ride your rollers, tape a cheap laser pointer on the bars between your hands. Aim it on the wall before you. Make it your duty to keep the left-right movement of the red dot to a minimum. This is a great way to learn quietness in the saddle. It's also a good way to train the mind not to wander while training. All riding should be done with the brain as with the body. Resist the urge to shut off your thoughts whilst spinning. This is okay for the fitness spinner at the health club but not for the racer who must get everything out a piece of work.
Start inside a door frame so you can have something to grab with a hand. It won't take you long to get the hang.The lazer trick is a great idea. I'll have to try that. At first I'm going to work on just not killing myself on the thing. LOL! I did a search on youtube for "roller trainer". Pretty funny stuff.
Yeah that seems to be the way to go. I'm also getting clipless peddles too but I think I'll wait a little while before putting those on.Start inside a door frame so you can have something to grab with a hand. It won't take you long to get the hang.
This concentration is what you are looking for. It's the whole reason a person uses rollers. Otherwise just use a stationary cycle.I got the clipless peddles put on and it's not too bad. I find the rollers very tiring just because you have to concentrate so much plus I stare at a spot on the wall to stay straight and it gets old real fast. Hopefully I'll get good enough on them to watch tv soon.
Agree. That's the reason I love my rollers. Keeps me alert. To me, that makes the time go faster. Plus, as also stated, working on those little things on the rollers does definitely make a noticable difference on the road.This concentration is what you are looking for. It's the whole reason a person uses rollers. Otherwise just use a stationary cycle.
Nothing wrong with this. I tend to view all cycling as a race. Just me.I'm admittedly just another bloke in the pack. Heck I'm not even that as I don't ride in a pack. LOL! I don't race and I'm just looking for a way to burn some calories this winter in hopes of having thunder thighs by spring.![]()
No comments on the Star Trak, but check out Cycling training videos - The Sufferfest for training videos. I love them! Some reviews are hereI have researched many indoor spin bikes and decided to purchase a reburished Star Trak. Any comments? I do not just want rollers. I am going to purchase some DVD's. as well. Once spring comes. I will be back outside.