Kinetic Rock 'n Roll Trainer with Road Resistance Unit |
 | Brand: Kinetic by Kurt Category: Sports
List Price: $560.00 Buy New: $464.00 as of 9/9/2010 12:40 MDT details You Save: $96.00 (17%)
New (9) from $464.00
Seller: Performance-Downhill Rating: 2 reviews Sales Rank: 16270
Media: Misc. Shipping Weight (lbs): 49 Dimensions (in): 27 x 25 x 10
MPN: T-016 UPC: 851061001167 EAN: 0851061001167 ASIN: B001CJX50K
Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days
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Product Description The Kinetic Rock 'n Roll Rear Wheel Trainer simulates an increadibly realistic ride for out-of-the-saddle hill climbing. Floating pivot provides a natural ride while frame moves and rocks from side-to-side with rider. Features: Rock N Roll with Pro Resistance Unit features the same resistance unit as the Kinetic Pro trainer but on the Rock N Roll frame Includes attached 6 lb. and additional 12 lb. flywheels (total 18 lbs.) Floating pivot provides a natural ride Frame moves and rocks from side-to-side with rider Simulates an incredibly realistic ride for out-of-the-saddle hill climbing Progressive damping supports riders of any weight Unconditional Lifetime warranty on frame and resistance unit Compatible with all bikes with 16" to 29" diameter wheels Optional small wheel adapter required for 16" to 22" wheels
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Customer Reviews: Resistance level March 2, 2010 HHHF (Hudson) 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
To use the ability to stand on the bike and have it move under you requires additional resistance than that provided by the resistance unit. If you want to use the feature of the Rock and Roll get the pro version.
The set up runs quietly and it is easy to load and unload you bike.
Impressive trainer July 30, 2008 J. Snavely (Raleigh, NC United States) 10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I've been riding the Rock & Roll for several months now to supplement my road riding. I was a little hesitant about the rocking feature initially. As it turns out, the default stiffness setting doesn't move nearly as much as I was expecting. Of course, you can loosen the resistance for more motion, or really tighten it down for even less.
My main concern was longevity of my bike frame and I feel like having a little bit of give in the trainer will help prevent damage. I'm not small at 200lbs so a little give is a good thing.
The resistance unit itself is smooth and operates with a relatively little noise. Our house is very open and I ride directly below our bedroom. My wife has never been awakened by the trainer.
I chose to purchase the model with the additional flywheel. I use it when I'm doing consistent pace riding. If I want to do intervals I almost have to remove it to prevent tire slippage. Not a problem, since most people would prefer less flywheel effect for intervals anyway.
Summary:
This is a quality tool that will definitely help you pack on the training miles. The rock & roll feature is not crucial, but is a worthwhile feature if you have the extra money to spend.
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