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CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike Trainer

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CycleOps PowerBeam Pro bike trainer offers demanding riders wireless, power-based training in a convenient, storable all-in-one trainer.

PowerTap power management technology allows you to target and lock in exact power output or slope for precise interval training with instantaneous resistance changes
Backlighted color console displays power and speed (current, average, max), heart rate and current/average cadence, energy output (total kjoules), ride distance and ride time
Workout parameters can be adjusted on the fly or pre-programmed with the included software, letting you tailor your training to your specific goals
PowerAgent Workout Creator 7 software lets you create and manage custom workouts based on power range, power zone, slope or target power; software is MAC and PC compatible
Post-training, you can download ride and interval data and analyze rides based on critical power, heart rate, cadence, speed and detailed variable correlations
Flywheel is precision engineered for limited dead weight and optimized for a smooth, real-world feel; large machined alloy roller reduces tire wear and slippage
Quick-lock cam lever allows quick and easy bike installation and can even be used with 29ers; install and remove bike with a simple 90° turn of the handle
Foldable frame makes for compact storage; handy, single-leg leveling adjusts for riding on most surfaces
Convenient skewer clamp centers your bike from just one side and holds it securely by way of the included skewer; wide, stable platform ensures worry-free training
Stiff yoke limits vibrations at all speeds for silky, quiet operation
ANT+ heart rate and cadence sensors are included
The CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike trainer also comes with the Realrides Race Day DVD to help maximize training

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CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike Trainer Customer Reviews

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CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike Trainer

2.5

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Dec

2011

(2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Not worth the money--yet

By NYCVelocer

from NYC

About Me Competitive Cyclist

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Comments about CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike Trainer:

I bought this because I was thinking that it would be a more affordable version of a CompuTrainer--perhaps I should have spent the extra money instead and spared myself the headache. I have a Quarq powermeter with a Garmin 500 computer, and was thinking that it shouldn't be any problem to calibrate and get started. Considering the very high price point for this item, it's really difficult to understand why this trainer does not work perfectly each and every time I use it.

While there are loads of instructions--and a video no less--about how to take the trainer out of the box and put your bike on the trainer, there are *zero* instructions on how to do anything once you actually want to start pedaling, and nothing regarding troubleshooting. Each time I've called Customer Support, I've spoken with really nice guys who want to help, but the extent of their advice is to make sure that my tire is tight enough. Yeah, thanks guys. A typical workout for me has the Target Power (the level of resistance that you set) at 30W, the power displayed on the CycleOps Joule (their computer) at 130W, and my Garmin at 210W!!

I've already spent the money and really want to like the Powerbeam Pro, but so far am very unhappy, and would strongly recommend that you NOT buy this product until CycleOps has the following on their website:
1) More instructional videos, including one with step-by-step information on how to get started once you plug in, including for different types of powermeters, including Quarq;
2) More user-friendly information regarding setup and troubleshooting, including calibration and frequency of calibration for powermeters, RU (resistance unit) calibration, and what to do if calibration fails;
3) Provide instructions using the same equipment that comes with the trainer (for example, all the videos show a different Joule (the CycleOps bike computer) then what comes with the trainer);
4) Better customer service, and ensuring that the phone reps have at least used the trainer; and
5) Show how to create workouts with the Poweragent, because right now there's absolutely nothing of value on the site that explains how to do this.

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Mar

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Meets expectations

By rowNbike

from Atlanta, Georgia

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Easy to Install and Use
Great feedback on monitor

Cons

Optimizing roller pressur

Best Uses

Simulated rides

Comments about CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Bike Trainer:

I bought the Powerbeam Pro a few weeks ago for cross training and to expand competition into cycling. It replaced a Lemond Revmaster spin bike. The combination of being on a real bike combined with feedback that tells you when you're slacking results in a much better workout than any spin bike.

The unit was packaged well, all parts present and accounted for. Fairly easy to construct. My rear fork interferes with the rear skewer tab required for the PB, which makes it hard to tighten the wheel. This would be an issue if I had to exchange skewers frequently, but apparently isn't an issue with most bikes.

The Joule 3 is the main reason I bought the Powerbeam Pro and it is enough of a reason. it provides feedback across a variety of parameters and that data is downloadable into their PowerAgent software. If you like instant feedback and also like data for analysis, this tool is excellent. One problem I'm having so far is that the power reading doesn't mesh with my perceived effort from workout to workout. I believe this is due to variations in the setup (e.g., tire pressure, tightness of wheel on the roller). The tightness of the wheel seems to have significant influence on the power reading. There is a calibration capability that should adjust for this. I haven't fully tested that calibration capability yet. When I get some consistency with the setup and with the workouts, I think the feedback will be a motivator to get on the trainer when I can't ride outdoors.

In the future (fall 2012) there are supposed to be virtual reality workouts that I expect will modify the conditions in synch with a video. As monotonous as indoor cycling workouts can be, the Powerbeam Pro and the folks at CycleOps seem to be doing all they can to keep us motivated to stay in shape.