Spin Bike vs Trainer?

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2010-01-05 9:54 AM

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Subject: Spin Bike vs Trainer?
I purchased a spin-bike 5 years ago and have been using it for an endurance complement to running.  I transitioned into Tri's and have been using it for off-season indoor biking.  I completed a HIM last year and am scheduled for IMLP this July.  I just got my road bike fitted with aerobars and am trying to adjust the spin-bike to mirror the changes.  I'm 5'7 so bike fits are not very drastic.  

I fear that the amount of seat time needed for IM training will not be satisfied by my spin bike.  Should I plop down the $250 on an indoor spinner so I can traing 100% of the time on my bike? 

Does anyone know anyone who trains for IM's or HIM's with a gym style indoor spin bike?  Or does everyone at these distances have trainers?

2010-01-05 10:13 AM
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Subject: RE: Spin Bike vs Trainer?
If your position is similar, the spin bike will work just fine if you don't want to get a trainer (though you can spend less than $200 if you want).  As long as you are doing plenty of longer rides outside on your tri bike, the spin bike shouldn't hold you back.
2010-01-05 10:56 AM
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Subject: RE: Spin Bike vs Trainer?

Here is a trainer for $79
Not the fanciest, but if you are on a budget it just might work.

 

2010-01-05 11:24 AM
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Subject: RE: Spin Bike vs Trainer?

I agree that you will be fine on the spin bike.  I have a trainer but I prefer to go to the gym and use a spin bike.  last year I did an IM and I did all my indoor bike training on a spin bike...didn't use my trainer once.

2010-01-06 6:20 AM
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Subject: RE: Spin Bike vs Trainer?

Thanks!  I have read cycling forums that say they are different animals.  I will have a new born baby and we have a 2 yr old so I will spend many hours riding indoors.  I will get out on the road but will train a large percentage indoors. 

If the advice is to stick with my spin bike, it makes life easier for me!

Thanks,
Kevin

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