been considering these:

TACX flow trainer: Found on sale for 350 shipped.

cycleops fluid2 found for 300 plus freight

Nashbar basic fluid trainer with accy pack: 170 plus freight.

I hate to buy a cheaper one and wish it was better but also hate to buy more expensive and find it's not worth it. I'll keep my eyes open for awhile and keep getting opinions.

Adding to my above list of things considered.

5. noise: makes no difference to the house as it's just me and my girlfriend so it would only be if the noise bothered me which I doubt, especially with headphones on.

6. uhm..