I've been here since ... well .. a few weeks. lol.

I'm considering a trainer as well as considering a roller. I can only afford one and still haven't made a decision but the weather will force my hand soon enough.

As far as trainers I was looking around at fluid or magnetic trainers as most seemed to dislike the wind trainers.

The sad fact that I'm finding as a new cyclist is that it seems most of these items are so "personal" that it's more your taste as to what you will like more. The only thing I can decide from my research is which brand holds up better or which brand is poorly reviewed. Otherwise the which is better seems to be preference.

Some things I've thought about.

1. I would like an odometer to see how far I've gone. (if I buy a roller my cyclocomputer will do it as the front wheels spins)
2. Internet research says I may want to put a trainer specific tire on if I buy a trainer as they can wear the tire somewhat prematurely?
3. I think I would enjoy being able to see cadence as I'm so new to cycling that I think paying attention to cadence could help my overall performance. Haven't researched any trainers that offer this or if it's possible. (my cyclecomputer is limited to the basics)
4. cost: watch them for awhile. I've seen the nashbar fluid trainer flux from 125 to 179 in the last 4 weeks depending on sales and promotions.