Bkool Classic vs Pro loudness?

[martin22]

Hi,

Am wanting to get a Bkool trainer but just wondering if anyone has used both classic and pro and could comment on the noise difference?

The pro is marketed as being pretty quiet which is good, but is the classic still reasonably quiet or is it pretty loud?

Thanks in advance, hopefully get to ride with a few of you online sometime soon!

Martin

 

[Tint1n]

Would be interested in find out the answer to this aswell as I wondering if it is worth spending the extra money for the Pro

 

[martin22]

I got the classic in the end as it was on offer. It's fine, quieter than my washing machine. We are in a 3 story house with kids bedrooms on the bottom floor (strange layout, but it's built on a steep hill!), I can use the trainer on the top floor with no disturbance to them.

I also find it stable enough so I wouldn't worry about it not having the extension arms.

 

[Boomerado]

Just got my Classic delivered. I find that the back wheel moved while cycling and rocks a little. how about yours ? have you had any issues ? Any tips you can pass on ?

 

[Asa Post]

Just got my Classic delivered. I find that the back wheel moved while cycling and rocks a little. how about yours ? have you had any issues ? Any tips you can pass on ?

Mine's rock solid and always has been.
Have you turned the adjuster on the left arm of the frame to get a good, snug fit on the rear axle?

 

[Boomerado]

I haven't I`ll look at that thanks Pal. Only had one go online and its fantastic isn't it. Just need to get involved in some multiplayer events. Stupidly chose Alpe d'Huez for my first ride - epic fail !

 

[theboxers]

Look at some of the cyclechat leagues

 

[g00se]

Don't forget to tighten up the non-clamp side of the trainer to fit. Spin the metal socket out so that it's snug when closed on the other side. Then tighten the plastic ring towards the frame - this will lock the the metal socket in place.

A tip with closing the clamp, I find that if the lever is too tight to close but was OK before, give the bike a wiggle on the seat tube as you try to close it - it'll make sure the quick release is in the right place.