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CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer
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CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer

Item # 667910

$329.00

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CycleOps Fluid 2 Trainer is designed with Power Band technology to allow distinct resistance level changes without reaching to a lever on the unit.

  • Resistance level varies automatically based on your cadence and wheel speed directly by using your bike's own gears
  • More power allows for intense interval and strength building workouts
  • Cooling mechanism increases life of the resistance unit
  • Power varies from less than 20 watts to over 725 watts (at 22.5 mph)
  • Ideal for hitting and maintaining specific heart-rate targets
  • The patented design gives you the quietest ride with the best road-like feel
  • Includes training DVD

Made in USA.

Item 667910

CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer Specs

Specification

Description

Weight17 lbs. 11 oz.
Dimensions30 x 20 x 16 inches

CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer Customer Reviews

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CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer
 
4.1

(based on 24 reviews)

87%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Stable (21)
  • Easy to install and use (19)
  • Durable (18)
  • Adjustable (15)
  • Versatile (8)

Cons

  • Unstable (3)

Best Uses

  • Road bikes (20)
  • Mountain bikes (10)
  • Long rides (6)
  • City bikes (5)
  • Sprints (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid cyclist (15), Casual adventurer (8), Competitive cyclist (3)

Reviewed by 24 customers

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(10 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Very Disappointed

By ATXChris

from Austin, Tx

About Me Avid Cyclist

Site Member

Pros

  • Durable

Cons

  • Not Adjustable
  • Poorly Constructed
  • Unstable

Best Uses

    Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

    I had the original version, so i decided to upgraded to the 2nd version. Big mistake! I was very disappointed with the cheap plastic that was use for the resistance. It is very unstable and moves around a lot. i was riding my bike and the resistance kept changing or came off with the slightest move of the bike. i miss my original trainer!

    (6 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Disappointment!

    By Active Nature Fan

    from San Diego, Ca

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

      Cons

      • Poorly Constructed
      • Unstable
      • wheel rumble

      Best Uses

      • Road Bikes

      Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

      I had the original and traded it in for this thinking that it was better as advertised! My original fluid cycle ops was much more stable and smoother. Judging from two other reviews I think there is a problem with consistancy and reliablity with Cycle Ops

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      No Problems Here

      By Trail Pirate

      from St. Louis, MO

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Durable
      • Easy to Install and Use
      • Stable
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • City Bikes
        • Long Rides
        • Mountain Bikes
        • Road Bikes

        Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

        This trainer easily accepts my road bike, mountain bikes, and my wife's comfort bike. It's easy to switch bikes. If your bike has a none standard skewer, it comes with a skewer you can use (they're easy to switch out). One problem that I think is liable to occur with all trainers is tire wear. Soft compound tires will wear out quickly on it. I buy cheap kevlar tires for use on the trainer and save my more expense tires for the road.

        (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Maker stands by their product.

        By [...]Member 7

        from Spokane, Washington

        About Me Competitive Cyclist, Triathlete

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy to Install and Use
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Long Rides
          • Road Bikes
          • Sprints

          Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

          The unit went out once on me and I called the company and they sent me a new one and a pre-payed box to send the broken one back in and no questions asked. They stand by their product.

          (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Realistic road feel without the potholes

          By JCaffarella

          from Littleton, MA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Durable
          • Easy to Install and Use
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • City Bikes
            • Mountain Bikes
            • Road Bikes

            Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

            I received my CycleOps Fluid 2 trainer as a gift. The Fluid 2 trainer is constructed of heavy-gauge tubular steel and is 90% assembled out of the box. The assembly instructions weren't very clear, however, since there are few bolts, attaching the resistance mechanism to the frame was fairly self-explanatory. Within 20 mins., half of which time was spent trying to decipher the instructions, my bike (a Trek Y26 mountain bike w/ city slicks) was standing upright in the trainer. The Fluid 2 feels stable and provides a realistic road-like feel. I especially like that my bike can be removed quickly and effortlessly from the trainer with the flip of the cam lever.

            • Gift:
            • Yes

            (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            great product!

            By bigsarge

            from spokane and bellingham, WA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Pros

            • Adjustable
            • Easy to Install and Use
            • Stable
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Mountain Bikes
              • Road Bikes

              Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

              This is my first bike trainer and I was not expecting what I got, I have been biking for about 9 months and am an avid weight lifter/gym goer. I figured that it would be like all other workout equipment, loud and hard to put together. It took 5 minutes out of the box and once I got the feel for where it should be on my bike another two minutes or so to adjust the friction pad. LOVE IT. Also, this is on my mountain bike right now and even though standing up is slightly awkward it is still an easy ride, so this is not just for road bikes.

              • Gift:
              • No

              (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great workout, easy to set up.

              By MattW

              from Warwick, RI

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Adjustable
              • Durable
              • Easy to Install and Use
              • Stable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • City Bikes
                • Mountain Bikes
                • Road Bikes

                Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

                I watched a set up video on CycleOps website before I received the trainer so that I would know what I was in for. It wasn't as easy as in the video but was still fairly simple. Once set-up with a block under my front wheel I have had no problems. The trainer seems well constructed and durable,[...] I thought it was too easy to ride at first but that was definitely a wrong impression. Not having to make adjustments to resistance is a great feature.

                (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Just like the open road

                By BikerBobb

                from Carmichael, CA

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Adjustable
                • Durable
                • Easy to Install and Use
                • Stable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Long Rides
                  • Mountain Bikes
                  • Off Season Conditioning
                  • Road Bikes
                  • Sprints

                  Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

                  After trying various types of trainers (magnetic and wind) I found the fluid trainer to offer the most road like feel of all. It is well built, very stable, and the best part much quieter than other types. Once it is set up for your bike, the quick release is all that moves each time you set up or take down your bike. Enjoy!

                  (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Trainer that works

                  By jumjavjoe

                  from Delavan, WI

                  About Me Avid Cyclist

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Adjustable
                  • Durable
                  • Easy to Install and Use
                  • Easy to store
                  • Stable
                  • Versatile
                  • Very Quiet

                  Cons

                  • Pricey

                  Best Uses

                  • City Bikes
                  • Mountain Bikes
                  • Road Bikes

                  Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

                  This trainer is great for riding when the weather is bad. It is quieter than any other type of trainer (magnetic or wind). The resistance is maintained by the gear you are in, just like you are on the road. If you are an avid cyclist than the price is not to bad. The one I bought came with a training CD. You can adjust the training to suit your style best.

                  (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Good Product, Good Company

                  By kmk

                  from Atlanta, GA

                  About Me Avid Cyclist

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Adjustable
                  • Easy to Install and Use
                  • Stable

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Long Rides
                    • Mountain Bikes
                    • Road Bikes

                    Comments about CycleOps Fluid 2 Bike Trainer:

                    These are really worth the $$$ for the great training benefit. Work great in winter for getting miles in and not losing everything built up over the summer months. Also, great for learning to spin correctly and converting to a clipless setup. What really impresses me about cyclops is the customer service. I bought my fluid a few years ago and had an issue with fluid leakage. This is a problem that they have supposedly fixed. They had me mail them my resistance drum(didn't have to show a receipt or anything). Within 10 days I recieved a brand new unit no questions asked. For the price it is good to know they will stand by the product.

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