Rollers

Word up companeros!

I have a new love;

My Tacx Antares rollers.

I justed wanted to make an endorsement really. Buy some!

I got them about a month ago and had a brief go on my fixed wheel conversion which didn't go too well. I soon learnt never to pedal backwards and to try and use a doorway for lean on if needs be. It wasn't fun falling and being sandwiched between rollers bike and a plank of wood. Also true wheels are really helpful. I was a bit dissapointed.

However yesterday I had a couple of hours going so I decided to try them out with my road bike. Surely being clipped in and having gears would help...

After about 15 minutes of getting used to using the gears and freewheel whilst balancing I was rolling along nicely.

My stats;
Average speed; 22.4 mph
Triptime; 1hr38minutes
Distance; 36.8miles
Max speed; 43.8mph
Calorie burn; 1521

Ok this is nerdy but I just found there to be so many advantages;

• no dealing with dangerous traffic
  
• all weathers
  
• highly aerobic
  
• you can stop for tea easily
  
• no punctures
  
• you can play loud music
  
• the balance element keeps it interesting and works more muscle groups; I can go no hands now.
  
• different gears help you concentrate on improving cadence and help sprint training/recovery.
  
• you sweat a lot which is good for the skin.
  
  

I am not saying it's a replacement for proper rides just that it's great for city locked bikers who want to put in more miles without leaving home.

Good day!