Sportneer Magnetic Bike Trainer vs Cyleops Fluid 2 Trainer

[@bw6078]

Seeing you crank up the tension and have to get out of the saddle is a great demo of the tension it provides. Many thanks.

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

Excellent review. I decided to buy the Sportneer ($79) because it (based on your and other's reviews) seem to meet my needs a little better (plus it was a bargain). Your review was extremely well thought out, well organized and detailed, providing me with the information I needed to know from a knowledgable source. Thanks!

[@WotNotAgainM8]

Hey, I just purchased the Sportneer Magnetic Trainer a few weeks ago - before coming across your review, and am liking it VERY much. Since I have a permanent back injury - partially due to nearly 60 years of riding in a stream lined 'speed' position on road and velodrome race bikes, I must have a very upright riding position, so I now ride a Mountain bike with very upright set up with raised handlebars are 8 inches higher than the saddle, whereas my previous 'racing bike' set ups had the drop handlebars 12 inches lower than the saddle. I have a spare Quick Release spindle rear wheel which I switch over as the gravel trail / 'off piste' tyres make a LOT of noise when using my Sportneer, so I have a smooth tread tyre on the trainer wheel - so I can hear the Netflix films sound clearly while cycling. I came across this review and am pleased that I did as the fluid trainer is MUCH noisier than my Sportneer trainer, less versatile, more complex to set up - and much more expensive. Thanks for the in depth review.

[@BrooksAyola]

This is how I want to use a trainer (mountain bike with slicks), so it was helpful to see your comment. Thanks! What size wheels are you using though?

[@edwingarcia8959]

I'm bout to order the Sportneer on Amazon, Thank you so much for being so clear and concise.

[@PittsburghActive]

Edwin Garcia glad to hear! They deliver a great value

[@BSDLLC]

I bought one a month ago and I love it.

[@Jarvis_aka_UgunnH8This]

Thanks to this video I looked at the sportneer line before buying. I just got the sportneer fluid trainer and it's my first trainer and I can't be more happy with it so far (4 days). Its $150 opposed to $90 but out of the box it is quieter than my buddies cycle ops 2 trainer. My only issue was that the instructions aren't all that great. But if your handy it's no big deal. Love the content and keep up the great work!

[@PittsburghActive]

Jarvis that’s awesome man!

[@jackjackthompson5771]

Ok, good. In canada its always more expensive impn our funny moeny so 230 during the pandemic with taxes isn’t terrible... I thought i was getting ripped off 😂

[@mcp1796]

Outstanding review. Very helpful. And bonus points for biking in Pittsburgh -- hilly, Hilly, HILLY for anyone who may not be aware! Respect! Thanks and Go Steelers (although maybe save that for next year).

[@stuartmorris3340]

Thanks Don, excellent review, at that price the Sportneer is a perfect option to take away to my family for the festive holidays, while the rest of the family snooze, I will be able to replicate a spin class in the garage, thanks again, happy holidays.

[@gregglishen2773]

Good job on the review. I got a used Sportsneer and it still does the job well for my needs.

[@SerratedbladeX]

Does tire size matter?

[@billblake4029]

Nice work Dom. Thank you for your time and efforts.

[@yvanromero6678]

This video is 5 years old, and up to today is still helpful. I bought he Sportneer but my bike has a Thru axel, anyone knows any work around so that I may be able to use it since the skewer is too short? Thank you in advance!

[@PittsburghActive]

@@yvanromero6678 hey man thanks! Been a bit lol. I would look out for a thru axel that has a metal ends. But def research a bit more.

[@jellyfishedx]

Excellent review and its super quiet compared to the review I was looking at on Amazon. I just ordered one on based on your review.

[@AngusNB]

16:34 The funny thing is, now Sportneer has a Fluid trainer that is not much more expensive than the magnetic. A test between the Sportneer and Cycleops (Saris) Fluid trainers would be interesting.

[@alvinjinggay]

Nicely done! I’m just a starting and this really helped me push the decision to order my own sportneer bike trainer! Thanks for this amazing video!

[@PittsburghActive]

EngrSars thank you so much for the support!

[@leeponton7081]

An excellent comparison, very well done. No reason to spend more in this case. Sportneer on order.

[@PittsburghActive]

Lee Ponton thank you Lee!

[@jthepickle7]

I just ordered the Sportneer due to this review/comparison. Thanks. I think our saddle is a little high.

[@YourSayUTube]

Thanks for the tutorial but what if my back wheel has.a lever to remove the wheel and I can’t get the bike into the slots? Am I supposed to remove the lever and use the skewer that comes with it ?

[@PittsburghActive]

For sure try.

[@yubashir75]

Hello I assembled mine but there is no resistance when changing the gears . What did I not do right

[@KSorensen-u3s]

Would you happen to know if the trainer will work with a 120mm rear axle? Thanks!

[@DennisMurphey]

I found a used unit in quite good shape but need to know if it will fit my 1971 Schwinn Road Bike. The axle length is ok but the 5/8 nuts look pretty fat. The guy is bringing it over so we can check. Great video. Have you seen any Speedo and timers that can fit on the handle bars for riding data. Dennis

[@handsewnshoes]

this was a fantastic review, thank you! I've been watching lots of them!

[@handsewnshoes]

ordered one!

[@PittsburghActive]

Aww thank you for the support!

[@PittsburghActive]

@@handsewnshoes nice!

[@torimi5310]

Normal tire pressure for my normal rid or less. Usually keep 26" @39 psi

[@belencabezas7445]

My instructions’ book had small picture and write and black very hard to see and follow directions. Compare with your nice and colorful. I want to thank you for the time invested in this great video. Helped me a lot with the assembly of my bike trainer. I was abled to stop your video and follow your steps. Now I m going to enjoy my ride. Thanks again.

[@eyesears113]

I just ordered the Sportneer fluid version. Let’s see how it compares to those two. Nice review.

[@sandycares2995]

Hi Dom. I just watched your video. Well presented . Interesting. Still in the box, is my Sportneer Fluid bike trainer stand I received through online yesterday . I have a Schwinn electric bike and just realized there is a round motor attached to back wheel . I wonder if I should even unpack this now. Let’s see - the motor would make horizontal distance about 10” including tire etc. Any advise😬

[@admiralackbar1286]

The part that has me the most curious is this: Let's say on a magnetic resistance one you set it to "4". You're in the third from highest gear. You keep the magnetic resistance set at "4". You now shift to your highest gear. You keep your cadence exactly the same. What exactly happens now? Is it harder to pedal? The same? The flywheel on the trainer would be going faster, there's that, but what does that feel like? How does this situation feel different on a fluid one?

[@r6Lucky]

Great video! I purchased the magnetic option and it should be delivered any minute now. Cheers & cycle on’!!!

[@brianh.3468]

Excellent review!!!! Honest and very informative. Thank you!

[@elizabethwebb1010]

My bike doesn't already have a quick release skewer on the rear tire. The trainer I bought seems to fine in my rear wheel. Do you think I should go through the trouble of buying a quick release skewer and replacing it with the bolts that are on my rear tire now? The trainer I bought didn't come with a skewer.

[@PittsburghActive]

Elizabeth Webb hmmm it’s hard for me to recommend without seeing your set up. I’d you don’t have a QR skewer, I’m guessing it’s held up by a bolt or something metal? If it’s metal you should be ok but it would be best to contact the trainer brand you bought from to ensure that aren’t any fitment issues.

[@elizabethwebb1010]

@@PittsburghActive thanks :)

[@Elvis-guy1973]

I dident see you put the skewer type thing into your wheel, dident you need it?

[@pamjones6387]

I have a mountain bike and really would like to know what the true length of the skewer is. In other words where do you measure it from.

[@kushalphoenix1]

Excellent product, use it about 4 times a week, 5 miles at a time

[@bluebird1422]

Hey, when some update on this trainer? Btw, Cyclops/Saris doesn't gives you lifetime warranty for unit, only for frame ...

[@Agent-vj3ns]

They replaced my resistance reservoir without hesitation after owning it for 3 years and 1,000s of miles. OP's mom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpu4mK1re62Fb5I

[@electricdorito]

For the Sportneer, I had to take the inner pieces of the resistance dial off in order for it to fit on my handlebars. I think they intentionally designed the pieces to come out easy because that was one of my issues as well. But I am having some major vibrating issues depending on how much I tighten the resistance flybar. In your video, you say to tighten it so that there's a slight dimple in the tire, but I've tried adjusting it tighter and looser and it still sucks. Too tight, more vibrations. Looser, not enough contact to get resistance.

[@MK-mp1ku]

Im glad I read your comment before saying the same thing haha

[@tinman5640]

Thank you for your time and help I bought it thanks to your video. I'll give it a try today

[@armindaantao4116]

hi! The metallic wheel (right wheel at 8:14) from the magnetic resistance device also spin? can you tell me the diameter of it? thank you!

[@mayamikolynn6825]

I have that and LOATHE it!!! Very difficult to put my tri bike on and take off and it warbles when I try to stand up

[@gregorystolk818]

I’m buying a Sportneer!! Thanks to you. Great review

[@RichardZRoss-ip1zz]

Very good video for bike trainer, best one I've seen-liked the comparison. Are there any good bike trainers that one can put their bike on & off the trainer easily enough to make switching from indoor to outdoor use alternately quick & easy??

[@michaelm9623]

When you were tightening the roller against the wheel, the adjusting screw assembly on the Sportneer looks flimsy.

[@PittsburghActive]

Michael Melby once it’s nice and tight it’s great!

[@michaelm9623]

@@PittsburghActive Thanks.

[@kronondor]

I really appreciate this video. I’ve been looking into trainers, and my local Scheels store carries the cycle ops fluid2; but amazon kept mentioning the sportneer. I feel much more confident in making my choice.

[@PittsburghActive]

Chaz Grimm glad I can help!

[@FerSpada]

So which one?

[@kronondor]

I’m going with the sportneer. I like the adjustable tension, and will help me to replicate my trail riding here in Lincoln. Plus the price point was huge compared to the sound it makes as you ride.

[@davidmuth4571]

I almost got a sportneer. Eventually got a used Blackburn and a Cyclops riser on craigslist.

[@Agent-vj3ns]

@@kronondor how'd that Chinese crap work out for ya?

[@pamelafantini4250]

I have the magnetic version, which was working fine. Then I took the bike off to ride for the summer, and now when I hook it back up to the trainer the resistance won't increase. The cable appears to move in and out like it should, but the resistance doesn't change. Any advice about what to do?

[@latino8791]

What type of tire are you using? I have the exact same bike trainer but it's noisy as hell unlike the one you reviewed. I swapped the rear tire from a knobby to a sort of smooth one which is an innova IA-2236 and thing sounds like an electric sander on drywall, oh it's a mountain bike but with a city style type tire on the rear.

[@PittsburghActive]

A non knobby tire will for sure help with sound and vibration. The bike you see is more of a “gravel grinder” type bike with almost smooth tires. Not quite sure what specific tire what it is on the bike, but you’ll want a smooth one for your MTB as an indoor trainer.

[@latino8791]

@@PittsburghActive Yeah that tire I have on is the smoothest tire available for my bike it seems, also noticed on manual of trainer it recommends to use road bikes because the noise will be louder if MTB is used.), good thing I do my biking around 4pm so I don't wake up anyone around.

[@darlinespring4066]

Thanks for the review!

[@neilsmith9473]

Great review, thank you. (1) Which model would be the most suitable to use with Zwift and some Wahoo sensors? The Magnetic or the Fluid trainer? (2) Also, with the magnetic trainer in Zwift, how would you use the magnetic gears - just leave it in one particular gear?

[@neruocomp]

How's the vibration? I live in an apartment and that's my concern about finding a trainer like this

[@laurenteca6041]

Is good for the fix gear bike ?? Thx :) for the réponse

[@Shmack_]

I noticed the fluid trainer is significantly harder to push than the magnetic. Especially for zwift its like night and day

[@rainylakeboy]

I've always called it an "axle". I usually put meat or shrimp on an skewer for the BBQ.

[@elevatewealth.africa]

great video. Is it necessary to use the quick release that comes with the trainer? and if so, can I just leave it on my bike for my other commutes or do I have to switch them every time I want to use the trainer?

[@PittsburghActive]

Chris Rwechungura great question. No need to switch it out if you already have a metal tipped quick release. As long as it’s metal tipped to prevent wear as a contact point to the trainer you should be good. But if you do end up using the provided quick release skewer, you’ll be able to use it on normal rides (given your bike doesn’t you a mountain bike style thru axel).

[@alfredodavie2842]

Do any trainers fit an e-bike 25mm back spindle , as house bound after illness .

[@danadmb41]

what gear do i put my bike in when using the trainers? i’m confused

[@guille1983]

I bought one and it's too loud. Is there a way to reduce the noise?

[@PittsburghActive]

Guillermo Mansilla hey man. One of the thing you should look at first is the tire you’re using. The smoother the tire the smoother any trainer unit will be.

[@uswhole20]

What did you do with the skewer that comes with the trainer? Did you need to change it? I got a similar mag trainer but can’t figure out how to use it with my bike similar to the one you used in the video. Thanks

[@johnv7215]

There are 2 inserts in the resistance adjuster that pop out very easy. I got mine in the mail yesterday and just set it up today and noticed it. 👍🏻 on the video!

[@PittsburghActive]

John V thank you my man!

[@djjoep100]

Hi will it work for my bmx pro bike 20" tire ?

[@cindyholloway8269]

Hello. I liked the video. I bought this and set it up today. My bike does not have a quick release and has the bolt axle. The booklet advised against using the quick release. Do you agree with the advice?

[@thecreativecountrycrafter]

Did you replace the skewer with the one provided?

[@PittsburghActive]

Harriette Connell hi harriette! I would if you currently do not have a steel needed skewer. I did not have to since I already had one from my previous trainer. Sportneer provides one so you may as well use it. Hope that helps.

[@thecreativecountrycrafter]

@@PittsburghActive I've already installed my trainer! I did change the skewer even though it looked just like the one I had. So easy to switch it. I want you to know how easy your video made it for this 66 year old woman! Thank you for making it so understandable...that's coming from a retired educator! Great job!

[@PittsburghActive]

Harriette Connell awww thanks Harriette! That gives me great vibes. I’m super happy I was able to help!

[@johnfranco4417]

I’m gonna order one one this weekend. Thnx!

[@PittsburghActive]

John Franco glad you liked it!

[@soubi07]

Can it be used for foldable bike with smaller wheel diameter?

[@LDiez-of2qi]

Loved your review and thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. I do have a question for you. Amazon sells many of these trainers, some with and some without the resistance meter. Since my bike already has gears, which enables me to increase or decrease the tension on the bike, do I still need a resistance meter?

[@PittsburghActive]

L. Diez hey thanks so much for the support! So the cycle ops I have is a fluid trainer so it’s supposed to give me resistance the harder I pedal. Kinda like rowing a boat. Kinda lol. The magnetic trainers do need some resistance. I think it’s really up to you. I think the cycle ops fluid 2 has decent resistance on it’s owns with geared bikes.

[@PittsburghActive]

Sorry I pressed send too soon and didn’t scan for typos. They both are great options really. It magnetic gives you more resistance since it’s gearing plus the magnetic resistance. The fluid ones has gearing and the fluid resistance.

[@AngusNB]

With the Fluid type you get more resistance as you pedal faster. Think of walking / running through water (fluid), the faster you try to go the more resistance you feel. The magnetic type don't work that way, resistance doesn't increase with speed.

[@iantawashington-allotey9913]

Will this work on my Giant Cypress L bike?

[@thinkpoa]

what size is your wheel coz it doesn't seem to fit my road bike wheel :(

[@PittsburghActive]

Sylvia Ng hmmm what size is your wheel? It should for both 700c and 29er.

[@ronnoseworthy3171]

Thanks, was wondering the difference and costs between the two. Much appreciated.:-)

[@PittsburghActive]

Ron Noseworthy no problem Ron! Glad I could help out.

[@mpeltz1534]

Do you have to use the center axle they provide? My back wheel is bolted on and I do not think I can remove the axle. Can I clamp down on the bolts?

[@PittsburghActive]

Morris Peltz I don’t know man. I’m hesitant to give you an answer since Ive never had to do that before. Maybe contact the company

[@antmon123]

nice video - i think i missed it, but did you have to use the supplied long bolt axle to put through rear tire?

[@PittsburghActive]

antmon antmon I used the axel the metal skewer axel I already had in the bike since I switch this bike as my main trainer bike and my occasional gravel bike.

[@antmon123]

@@PittsburghActive got it - but i would still have to use it on my outdoor bike, correct?

[@PittsburghActive]

antmon antmon I mean you can switch in on and off if you want but I leave and use the metal skewer for outdoor too

[@antmon123]

@@PittsburghActive ahhhhh, perfect - i thought the one they provide was just for use on the trainer - this is great then - change once and forget about it!

[@antmon123]

@@PittsburghActive any recommendations on a trainer tire? seems there is nothing on the market for my 27.5 x 2.10 tire size - i know i can use my current tire but i imagine i will wear it out much more quickly than a dedicated indoor tire

[@lg051565]

I really enjoyed the video and would like to order one on Amazon, but I do not see one for $90. I notice you said you had a link but I do not see that. They have a few options on Amazon but more in the $150 and above range. Thanks!

[@jackjackthompson5771]

Yeah, i paid more for sportneer in canada but just happy to get one before winter, as they had sold out due to lockdown

[@jackjackthompson5771]

Very helpful, thanks man!

[@thesoulshakers]

Thanks for the review. I'm considering getting one. Is it better to use a trainer type tire or is it ok to use my regular road tire?

[@PittsburghActive]

Drink Coffee Ride Bikes hey man thanks! I’ve been using a regular road tire for years and it’s been fine. Is there wear localized to a certain part of the tread? Yes. But I use the same bike as a trainer as I do off the trainer. If you end up using that 1 bike for mostly trainer use then use up your current road tire and then invest in a trainer specific tire.

[@pauljohnson3896]

Does anyone know how do these trainers work with a thru-axle skewer? I have a 2019 Scott Addict road bike with a thru-axle and I'm wondering if either will work with it. Like everyone else, I have to look to get the biggest "bang for my buck" out of anything, but I certainly want to do it right. Any suggestions or assistance would be greatly appreciated, and I thank you in advance. Stay safe and enjoy your rides everyone.

[@jinxterx]

Thanks, very informative!

[@flyguy4ever01]

Does it require a special tire ?

[@PittsburghActive]

Not really. Just has to be smooth like a road bike tire.

[@DaVanilla_Gorilla]

Thank you so much!!

[@michaelkeller2288]

I just watched the video, watch how fast the rear wheel is spinning when he compares the loudness of the trainers. He puts it in the hardest gear on the fluid trainer, making the rear wheel spin at a much higher rate. On the magnetic he's only mid way thru the rear gears thus rear wheel spinning at lower rate. Believe me the fluid will give you all the resistance you need/want. You get more or less just by shifting, those handlebar resistance adjusters suck. I've got some rollers with them and never use them, just shift gears to make harder/easier.

[@juandavidhurtado1388]

Great, well done and very clear.

[@ericamay4489]

Will this work for a Marlin 5? Is it truth that the trainers can wear out your back tire?

[@billmontgomery6675]

It will work with your Trek Marlin 5, but you should put a trainer tire on it. It will wear out your rear tire faster. Also, a trainer tire will likely be a lot quieter than the original tire on the Marlin 5.

[@leeann6107]

Great review!! Thanks

[@Drogos79]

How they compare when used with zwift?

[@pasolesoup7430]

My bike has a through axle... how can I use it on a trainer?

[@scottj2380]

Companies make adapters for the through axles to work with indoor trainers

[@jackjackthompson5771]

It’s called a thraxle and is quite expensive,but your stuck with through axle so no choice.

[@erstad17]

I bought a Kinetic Traxle ($45) after realizing the included skewer wouldn't work. But the bolts on the Traxle are too big to fit into the supports of the Sportneer trainer.

[@jackjackthompson5771]

@@erstad17 are you sure? Mine fits perfectly

[@dubiousjesse]

can I mount kid bikes as well?

[@mickeyjetpur7998]

Can you use this on an e-bike?

[@patobrien1460]

This is very well done. I watched your earlier video on the Cyleops before I saw this one. I was impressed with your presentation. In that video, you showed your new bike which I believe is an MTB. Have you used that bike with the Sportneer? How did it work?

[@abedbush]

Thank you for your help!!!!

[@carlosmeza9051]

Thanks, very useful and detailed comparison.

[@yoli159]

Just got one. Do you like it?

[@PittsburghActive]

Great investment for a beginner trainer. This will last you a while.

[@yoli159]

Only thing is I have a mountain bike. Hope it's not too noisy

[@PittsburghActive]

You’re gonna want a smooth tire for the rear wheel.

[@jeanwoodhouse6456]

this is October 2021 and it is now $119

[@thesoulshakers]

Thanks again for the review. I emailed Zwift to find out why don't yet support the Sportneer Trainer (power curve) in their app. They responded but did not indicate why they don't support it. So how do we get them (Zwift) or Sportneer to get this trainer supported in the Zwift app? As you indicate it's one of the most popular "non-smart" trainers on the market, it would be to Zwift's advantage to support it..

[@jackjackthompson5771]

Good idea! I just ordered one! Let me know where and I’ll bother them too!

[@TheGreatestComebacks]

Can you use this on 29er? I want to know :(

[@jerardsaints9938]

Standard wheel size of a roadbike is 700c which is equivalent to 29er size for MTB

[@JesusOurKing]

Awesome review, but yikes, $89!! I saw in the Amazon reviews that someone paid $379. I thought I was getting a good deal at the current going price of $299. However, now that they have raised the price over 200%, I think I'll pass. 😅✌️

[@jackjackthompson5771]

90 is now 230 in Canada....

[@bewimotos]

THOSe it fit 29ers?

[@cyclingadventures8801]

thank you for this info i just bought one sportner 👍

[@vicentesanchez911]

How tight did you set the roller against the wheel? I just got mine today and I noticed is wearing out my rear tire.

[@PittsburghActive]

Vicente Sanchez I think it all depends on the tire. Is it smooth like a road tire or is it a bit nobby? If it’s smooth, there should be minimal wear.

[@matthennagersguitarlessons]

Thank you!

[@phantomvox]

Very informative thanks

[@PittsburghActive]

RyZCh thank you for the support 🙏

[@rodee1671]

Skewer? Newbie question.

[@toddboucher3302]

Your review was great, but price is now $150

[@Galactusz007]

No, that’s the fluid Sportneer. The magnetic Sportneer is under $100. Get the fluid version, it’s better.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

Sportneer sounded pretty quiet to me.

[@nathankoets1383]

Great review. I just got the CyOps F2. I think a couple things observed went in one ear and out the other for most. The biggie: the CO F2 FEELS MORE REALISTIC. More like riding your own bike outdoors, and less like your at a spin class or ur rear wheel is being “pinched in a vise”. With the Fluid2, as I understand it (keep in mind, I’m a bicycle rookie) resistance increases the harder you push yourself, even in your hardest to pedal gear. So perhaps that part of the review might not have made a fair representation of the F2’s resistance potential? Also the manual for the CyOps mentions the option to purchase additional front tire stands, as they have the ability to stack to make a formidable incline. (Full disclosure, I have just the one, so I can’t comment on stacking them or indoor “hill” training). Seems like if you really wanted to stabilize the front wheel, say, while your shiny new one is in transit to you, you could make one. Something like a yoga block, maybe, using a utility knife? (Wear PPE if you do “MacGyver” one - because that’s what smart people do)!

[@princethewondercat]

True about the Fluid , I just finished 3000 miles on a Blacburn TechMag in 79 days & just tried the Cyleops Fluid 2 Trainer for the last 2 day, 120 miles the feel is more natural on the Cyloeps & seems way easier I am actully adding aound 4 miles an hour with the Cyleops a, same bike same odometer not sure why, I did realize with the Blackburn Mag the Miles accumalted seemd low compared to my out door ridding, he is correct about the magnetic tranier if one wants to train for hills it might be better, at the moment I am training for endurance so at the moment the cyleops seems better smoother on my legs, can sit for 5-7 hours at the same speed, planning to do another 3000 miles in the next 2 months on the Cyleops so I will be able to compare, bottom like it's all about one's mind, one mothe thing my Cleops is way way quieter than the one in the Video , shrieking noise seems a bit unusual

[@elclaudiosanchez]

video starts 12:10

[@bugsy101073]

he's filipino?

[@Galactusz007]

He’s American.

[@510maestro]

Pittsburg? Or Pittsburgh?