Hello,

As the title implies I am looking for either a smart trainer or MTB. I am looking at the Vitus MTB range for 2019 HT and an Elite Direto. This isn't some, "porque no quiero los dos?" scenario. Haha. A little about me: I currently weigh 67.13kg with an FTP of 316. I do not race road and I do race cross. I have no desire to race MTB. My endurance is there but my skills could use some work. I am finishing this CX season off strong. I thus far have picked up some points and looking to get more to upgrade to cat 3 before this season ends. By no means will I be upset if this is not accomplished; I will be a 3 by next season closure.

Both items are in the 8-900 dollar range. I currently have a Cyclops fuild trainer 2 with a power meter on my road bike that I couple with Zwift. I have seen great results from this set up thus far and want to only be on the trainer for 2-3 sessions a week for structure during the winter. Otherwise I have made it a goal to ride outside more often.

My only hesitation for getting the MTB would be the lack of use compared to my road and cx bike. I only really plan to use it during the winter.

Cheers!

If you have some nice off road trails in your area, then get a MTB and enjoy riding outdoors...Mountain biking is too much fun, I just can't imagine trading outdoor riding for an indoor trainer.

Same post from last year ? Indo trainah

HAHA! Essentially

If you have an ftp of 4.7, your fitness is in no way holding you back in cyclocross. Especially as a 4. That you aren't riding away from fields from the gun suggests some substantial technical need.

So with that said, I'd get the mtn bike and spend as much time on that and the cx bike as possible working on handling and dismounts, etc.

You raise a good point and it something I have contemplated a lot. It might be time to let go of one bike to gain another. I appreciate the feedback!

Everything you say points to the MTB. If dumb trainer is working well, why get a smart trainer?