Bell Motivator Mag Indoor Bicycle Trainer

Unless you have a lot of cash to burn or are some amazing cyclist, this is a good first trainer. A bit loud but we just turn up the tv or ipod.

The Bell trainer was ready to go right out of the box. The only glitch was the photo /directions were unclear as to the purpose of the rod w/springs included with the stand. Eventually I figured it out but it did have me puzzled for a while. Set up was easy and the fact that I also had purchased the Balckburn track stabilizer with 3 different heights for the front wheel made the entire package complete. Other reviews have noted the loud noise while riding. I also found this to be true, but because I'm using a mountain bike with extremly knobby tires, I expected the noise. I believe with smooth street tires the noise would be greatly reduced. The trainer seems to be well built and durable, surprising for it's low cost, and because I'm an amatuer rider, it really fits the bill.

Great product, I wish I'd bought one years ago. Simple, sturdy, easy to use, and an awesome value. Its small enough to use anywhere & flat works as intended.

Bought this to train for a triathalon...love it! It's not too noisy, I can ride and watch tv:)!! Shopped around before purchasing and this was definately the best price. Would reccommend this to a friend.

Others have mentioned the noise. If you crank the flywheel tight against your rear bicycle tire and use a high gear, you do get some noise. Just turn the radio or TV up a little. Comes with an extra axle or spindle which I didn't need. No assembly required. Works great with my 30 year old road bike. Just put a scrap piece of 2 x 6 under the front tire to keep it level. Only issue I have had is the flywheel backs off my rear tire a bit after peddling for a while. The big screw is a little too greased up maybe. Beats the heck out of the exercycle I used to have. I was looking for something inexpensive so I could exercise in the winter. This is heavy duty and fits the bill.