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buffalowings 12-23-13 01:07 PM

Cycleops fluid 2 warranty replacement unit
 
Hi all,

I pulled out my dad's old cycleops fluid MK1 trainer and found a puddle of oil underneath and unsurprisingly, no resistance. Evidently this is common with the older versions, so I called up the customer service for cycleops, the rep told me that they did not stock parts for my specific trainer anymore (and my frame is incompatible with the current resistance unit) but they could offer a brand new fluid 2 for $180 shipped along with the lifetime warranty. Should I take them up on this offer?

KantoBoy 12-23-13 01:21 PM

considering the trainer wasn't even yours in the first place and theyre giving you the trainer for a good price, i dont know why is this even a question.

robbyville 12-23-13 01:24 PM


Originally Posted by buffalowings (Post 16353830)
Hi all,

I pulled out my dad's old cycleops fluid MK1 trainer and found a puddle of oil underneath and unsurprisingly, no resistance. Evidently this is common with the older versions, so I called up the customer service for cycleops, the rep told me that they did not stock parts for my specific trainer anymore (and my frame is incompatible with the current resistance unit) but they could offer a brand new fluid 2 for $180 shipped along with the lifetime warranty. Should I take them up on this offer?

It's a pretty solid price for a new unit, that's for sure, probably a little less than most dealer's cost

rpenmanparker 12-23-13 01:25 PM

I would compare it to the comparably priced Nashbar unit and decide between them. Nashbar trainers are seriously good for the money.

buffalowings 12-23-13 01:26 PM


Originally Posted by KantoBoy (Post 16353857)
considering the trainer wasn't even yours in the first place and theyre giving you the trainer for a good price, i dont know why is this even a question.

Well..I was created from part of him :)

fuel0707 12-23-13 01:59 PM

I'd like to have gotten my Fluid 2 for $180!

Sounds like you've been given a nice offer from CycleOps. If you want a fluid-based trainer, I think the CycleOps trainers are a great choice. I've been using mine for about 4 years now and haven't had any problems.

seymour1910 12-23-13 02:09 PM

I say go for it. Mine cost more than that on Black Friday. It's even a better deal if you put it to good use.

kc0bbq 12-23-13 06:55 PM


Originally Posted by fuel0707 (Post 16353965)
I'd like to have gotten my Fluid 2 for $180!

Sounds like you've been given a nice offer from CycleOps. If you want a fluid-based trainer, I think the CycleOps trainers are a great choice. I've been using mine for about 4 years now and haven't had any problems.

I thought I got a good deal replacing my resistance head (wind) with a fluid2 for $99, but all said this is $50 cheaper than my investment.


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