Originally Posted by calamarichris

In addition to that, the hardwood will produce a heavy flywheel, which will ruin your spin. I made the mistake of experimenting with Kreitler's flywheel (it was on Ebay for less than $30, but I soon found out why); my happy fluid spin deteriorated into that of a choppy, Parkinson's-afflicted newbie-triathlete.
But if you are insane, this is perhaps a perfect idea. Good luck!