Bike Resistance Trainers
Saris Aluminum Rollers Indoor Bike Resistance Trainer Cycling Exercise Training Enhance Your Balance For Mountain Biking, Racing & Strength Training
$299.99
- QUIET: Aluminum roller drums run silent and smooth
- INCREASE BALANCE: Increase your balance, control and ability to ride a straight line — all of which translate to more efficiency, power and technique on the road.
- COMPATABILITY: 16″ wide wheel base fits just about any size of bike and allows plenty of room to move around
- STORAGE: Fold-flat or stand on end for convenient storage
- FEATURES: Durable steel-frame construction, designed for both indoor and outdoor use, rubber foot pads ensure that the only thing moving on the rollers are the drums, adjustable belt for right and left dismount
The Breakdown –
Growing up, I had a Blackburn Trackstand that stood out for its durability and portability. While static wind and mag trainers are fine for aerobic training, riding rollers were always a goal that stood as an achievement for any decent road cyclist. When the chance to try this Saris unit came up, it seemed that late was better than never and after 2 months of use twice a week, these rollers have held up decently well. For the first month, they were positioned in the doorway and even then a small lack of concentration would see me lose the front. In the weeks following, the technique started coming back and as I became more attuned to the power output and could build up some stamina, the training sessions actually became fun. In use, the bands have exhibited no decrease in tension and while the rollers aren’t the quietest around, they do roll very smoothly and the fact that they can be folded in half and stored away makes these a good option. There does seem to be some other brands that seem to be a bit better built as this set from Saris does feel slightly less rigid than they should be.
The Breakdown –
C.T.M. –
I would recommend this product to any novice cyclist who is interested, sure getting on and riding rollers the first few times will be scary. Watch some Youtube videos for tips and do your first sessions by a wall so you can lean when you get a bit wobbly.
But putting the time in to get comfortable will be 100% worth it as the rollers really make you focus on your pedaling form, so that when you transition back to the roads you can put additional power into your pedal stroke.
This is a tough workout for a novice as I found I had to pedal a lot faster than I would outdoors to keep myself balanced but in the long run it builds stamina.
All in all a great buy to improve my overall cycling skills.
C.T.M. –
Doomsday –
I’m happy with my new roller.
Now, to train hard.
Doomsday –
Eddie D Smith –
I have never used rollers but decided to give this a try and I can tell you this Do not buy this roller, (Saris CycleOps Aluminum Roller for Indoor Bike Trainer.)
Way overpriced for the quality of the product. The ‘rubberband” rubs against the frame and is not going to last very long, vibration also causes it to rub against the carpet, and will cause black marks on the carpet. The rollers should have raised ends so the front wheel does not drift off when you are not paying close attention. One of the rollers is already out of round. The way the two frames are joined is especially annoying. for example when getting off the bike the frame joint where the two attach pops up and you have to reset. I should not have to deal with this awful design flaw.
would never purchase again and seriously considering sending it back for a refund.
There are way better rollers on the market for the same price; all of this discovered after using this roller for only two weeks.
ES.
Eddie D Smith –
DK –
Saris Aluminum Rollers Indoor Bike Resistance Trainer Cycling Exercise Training Enhance Your Balance For Mountain Biking, Racing & Strength Training.
I was not looking forward to setting this up, I got all my tools out and opened the box. Surprise, there is no set up. You literally open the box, slide it out, unfold it, make sure the band is on the pulleys as mine had been discombobulated in transit and you are good to go. There are no latches or catches or anything like it so folding it back up is as easy as it was to unfold and set it up.
There is no resistance settings, only the speed you are going and the gear you are in. It maybe easier to master on a roadbike than a bike with fatter tires like a mountain bike that I have.
My only concern which may be totally unfounded is that the band (silicone ?) Has an obvious glue butt joint so I worry it may break there.
Thank you for reading my review and looking at my photos of this product. I hope you found it helpful!
REVIEW PHILOSOPHY: I only review a product if it is something I am capable of critically evaluating through comparison, testing and use. This means I have experience of using similar items; or that I have equipment or tools that I can test it with; or that I have an upcoming need so I can actually use. I am as selective about getting an item to review as I would be about purchasing that same item, so yes, I expect it to be a good product. My reviews are NOT based on packaging or if it was delivered timely.
DK –
Paul Milner –
Nice ride. Missing parts. The c-connectors and 4 lock nuts were not included. Fortunately it is easy to fix.
Paul Milner –
DK –
Set up:
There’s little to no set up with these rollers. simply pull them out of of the box, and installed the cord that links the rollers together.
Smoothness:
The roller drums are very well made, and spin smoothly. Due to the size of the rollers, it’s very simply to maintain speed, once you’re up and rolling on the rollers.
Noise:
As with all rollers, this set is not silent. However, compared to my last set of rollers, these are certainly quieter. I have no trouble listening to music or watching TV while using these rollers.
Learning curve:
Anybody who’s just starting out on rollers, will have a fairly steep learning curve. However, because these rollers are so smooth, the learning curve for these rollers should be just a bit less steep than lesser quality rollers. If you’re just starting out on rollers, just place the rollers in a doorway until you master balancing on the rollers.
Bottom line:
I’ve had 4 sets of rollers during my lifetime, and this set is the smoothest, and quietest set of rollers I’ve ever used.
Highly recommended
5 stars
DK –
brooke –
Don’t waste your money on a peloton and subscription. All you need is this trainer, a bike, and youtube. It takes some getting use to but is a much better workout than a stationary bike. Use a trainer for a few months and you’ll be a much better rider on the road and trails.
brooke –