Bike Setup: Road bike with 52 cog crank and 12-26 crankset.
Summary: I have the new Air Disk version of the trainer and find it smooth, even and effective. I train on a road bike with a 52/42/30 triple crank and a 12-26 cassette. I train exclusively using the big ring, and primarily the top seven gears. Most of my time is spent in the middle gears for spinning; when I need to stand, I drop it into top gear and find the resistance much like climbing a 6-8% grade.
The resistance changes are instant, following the rpms I generate. The resistance remains constant for a given rpm as well. It is very steady for stand-up grinding, and hold the bike rock-solid.
The unit is extremely quiet, and generates very little heat. I was worried that the trainer might excessively heat up my tires, but the Air Disk circulates air so that the roller barely even becomes warm. As others have noted, the unit seems to be indestructible, and I find it easy to mount the bike; removing it just takes the flip of a handle and you can be off riding.
I haven't used other trainers, so I can't compare how this might stack up, but I am very satisfied. I can say that I don't feel the need to upgrade to something like the Kurt Kinetic for its "Rock and Roll" feature; stand-up pumping on the 1Up is quite sufficient.
Strengths: Rugged, easy-to-use; even, smooth resistance; doesn't require a front wheel spacer; doesn't overheat; feels like riding outside, with several resistance options, including standing up. The company stands behind its product
Weaknesses: None at this time.
Similar Products Used: None
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Favorite Ride: Just about anywhere with my girlfriend at the end
Bike Setup: S Works Roubaix (2)
Summary: An acquaintance switched to a big inhome training machine and made this available to me for $175.
I have used in my home and taken to spin sessions, it is extremely quiet, exceptionally durable (essentially all metal) and allows you to use without a front riser, if you choose. Mechanics are simple, with no cables or mess. I can recommend this to someone who likes things that last. There is almost nothing that you can break on this thing. I use it with two bikes but they are both road bikes, so cannot comment on switching between MTB or other types.
I bought this unit used, and already had some old-style QR skewers, but 1-UPS now sells skewers. Newer superlight skewer heads will not work with conical holders.
I have been very happy with this unit, I use a Conti Hometrainer tire, and was fortunate to pick up a bargain Mavic CPX22 wheel with a Campy hub that was deserted by a customer. John Neugent's Neuvation line of wheels is a cost-effective way to do this, as well. I recommend doing this, tires will melt down the centerline if you get into a multihour training session.
Strengths: One foot on one lever closes it, leaving both hands free to maneuver. Easy to setup, easy to alter resistance if needed, high quality materials and made in USA!
Weaknesses: Flywheel very heavy, can be dangerous to tote to a spinning session if you are not careful, since it swings freely. Metal gets HOT after long workout. You may need to buy QR skewers that are compatible.
Similar Products Used: Tried variety at in-store spin sessions.
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Summary: I bought this trainer based on the great reviews and I was not disappointed! This trainer is awesome. I can put my bike on quickly and pop it off to go out. Also, I can fold it up and take it to races to warm up. It is very smooth and consistent and I can not believe how quiet it is! My racing buddies are trying desperately to sell their trainers so they can buy their own 1up and stop using mine! I rode it hard for two hours last night and I will say this is the best trainer I have ever owned!
Strengths: Easy on and off with the bike, fully adjustable so I can keep my tire close to the ground, smooth ride- no jerky feeling, unbelievably QUIET!
Weaknesses: None
Similar Products Used: Cycleops, Kurt, Blackburn
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Bike Setup: mine: Jamis Xenith Comp/Shimano Ultegra/1UP USA CPR-A2000
hers: Cannondale CAAD 9/Shimano Dura Ace/Kurt Kinetic Road Machine
Summary: I purchased the 1UpUSA CPR-2000 trainer after reading the reviews on this website. My wife purchased the Kurt Kinetic Road trainer also based upon RBR reviews. After 15 months of use, the Kurt Kinetic trainer is far superior. Both are well made; however, I have found that the 1UP trainer has an annoying habit of increasing the resistance within any particular gear after warm up and continual use. In addition, the resistance in the lower gears (rear 12-15) is much, much greater than the resistance using the Kurt Kinetic in the same front/rear gearing. I wondered why, using any Spinerval DVD, I could not possibly keep the 80-85rpm cadence of the Spinerval riders using Big front/15 rear. I was lucky to maintain 45-50rpm! For comparison, today during Spinerval 20.0, I hopped onto my wife's Kurt Kinetic and was immediately able to maintain 75-80rpm in the same gearing. My 1UP has the 6.25# flywheel with original factory settings of the internal ballbearings; I have not altered them to the greater resistance setting, so the two machines ought to perform identically. Anyway, I wish that I had purchased the Kurt Kinetic Road machine. My 30-day warranty has expired, there is nothing mechanically wrong with the machine, so I am probably out $300. Don't make the same mistake I did. Buy the Kurt Kinetic Road machine instead.
Strengths: Well made, no fluid leaks.
Weaknesses: Inconsistent resistance within any particular gear; resistance in gears 12-15 make it virtually useless for training; has developed a high-pitch whine after one year--not the squeal of tires on a too-loose flywheel. Defer to the Kurt Kinetic.
Similar Products Used: Kurt Kinetic Road machine (6# flywheel).
Summary: It does not maintain a consistent pressure on the bike - I'll keep it in one gear and it will steadily get hard and harder to peddle until I have to stop and let it readjust itself (you hear a specific clunk).
I have not had the money to replace it but I have finally had enough and will see if their Money Back guarantee is valid.
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