Pulling The Trigger On A Kurt Kinetic Road Machine
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Pulling The Trigger On A Kurt Kinetic Road Machine
I have finally decided to get a KK Road Machine trainer. I have never had a Trainer or being on one before, since I live in SoCal, but my job schedule is just impossible.
What are the things I need to know? Should I get a KK riser block? Or is a generic riser block from Performance gonna be fine? I presume I also should get a mat, right?
I already know it's gonna be boring, but I have no choice.
I want all the lowdowns.
Thanks for all your help.
What are the things I need to know? Should I get a KK riser block? Or is a generic riser block from Performance gonna be fine? I presume I also should get a mat, right?
I already know it's gonna be boring, but I have no choice.
I want all the lowdowns.
Thanks for all your help.
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Any generic wheel block should be fine.
Turn the tension knob till it barely touches the wheel and then 2 1/4 turn more.
Most importantly, buy some Spinervals DVD's (Ebay is fine). They will convert the trainer from a torture machine to a fun training tool. The Carmichael Training System's 8 week Progressive Power Series is great also.
I don't have a mat (it is in my basement) but I do have a sheet of plastic under the trainer to collect the small bit of tire tread that you will eventually get and the sweat .
Turn the tension knob till it barely touches the wheel and then 2 1/4 turn more.
Most importantly, buy some Spinervals DVD's (Ebay is fine). They will convert the trainer from a torture machine to a fun training tool. The Carmichael Training System's 8 week Progressive Power Series is great also.
I don't have a mat (it is in my basement) but I do have a sheet of plastic under the trainer to collect the small bit of tire tread that you will eventually get and the sweat .
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I've had mine about two weeks. I really like it, and during the winter months it will sure help. It already does during rainy periods.
Any riser will do. I have mine in our basement media room with two weights inder the front wheel to level it out. Works fine. I also have a cheap mat from walmart underneath.
You will love it. Its a great product!! I also recommend a TV or sterio to fight the lack of scenery.
Enjoy!!
RD
Any riser will do. I have mine in our basement media room with two weights inder the front wheel to level it out. Works fine. I also have a cheap mat from walmart underneath.
You will love it. Its a great product!! I also recommend a TV or sterio to fight the lack of scenery.
Enjoy!!
RD