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Review by AnonymousAWESOME!!!!!!!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastOrange County, CA5 of 6 customers found this review helpful.I was having a difficult time on regular rollers and my bikes all have through axles now I am unable to use a regular trainer. I've used it for my warm ups for CX racing and had much better races because of it. Being in SoCal, we don't have inclement weather often but when we do, I am grateful to have this roller.
Reviewed 1/13/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I was having a difficult time on regular rollers and my bikes all have through axles now I am unable to use a regular trainer. I've used it for my warm ups for CX racing and had much better races because of it. Being in SoCal, we don't have inclement weather often but when we do, I am grateful to have this roller.
Review by For my healthWorth the investmentby For my healthCasual CyclistBakersfield, CA3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.As it stands I really like this product. Smooth quiet operation, easy set up, etc. Make indoor training (to keep in shape when unable to get on the road) fun.
Reviewed 1/6/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by For my health was helpful/No, review by For my health was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
As it stands I really like this product. Smooth quiet operation, easy set up, etc. Make indoor training (to keep in shape when unable to get on the road) fun.
Review by WgrideVery well made and zwift compatibleby WgrideCycling EnthusiastUpstate NYNot as smooth as a direct drive trainer, but very well made and great when I travel.
Reviewed 5/28/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Wgride was helpful/No, review by Wgride was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Not as smooth as a direct drive trainer, but very well made and great when I travel.
Review by AlexExpensive piece of kit - not the best for training but an ideal tool for race-day warmupby AlexCompetitive RacerLos Altos, CAGreat product for race day warmups. No need to fuss with using a trainer wheel and likely your front wheel is already off if you use a roof rack. I like the front tripod just to cut down on the things I need to focus on when prepping for a race. The padded carry bag is also nice especially if you keep the bike in the car as you wouldn't want your bike or wheels hitting a conventional metal trainer. It's expensive but very helpful especially for urban criteriums where you need a good warmup but don't have a lot of space.
Reviewed 8/3/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Alex was helpful/No, review by Alex was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great product for race day warmups. No need to fuss with using a trainer wheel and likely your front wheel is already off if you use a roof rack. I like the front tripod just to cut down on the things I need to focus on when prepping for a race. The padded carry bag is also nice especially if you keep the bike in the car as you wouldn't want your bike or wheels hitting a conventional metal trainer. It's expensive but very helpful especially for urban criteriums where you need a good warmup but don't have a lot of space.
Review by HerminatorTravel and trainby HerminatorBrooklyn2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.This has been a great investment for me as my work travel has increased recently. I am not a fan of hotel gyms, so having this set my ritchey breakaway if the weather sucks or I happen to be short on time is a an excellent combo to keep my legs from developing cobwebs. Five stars
Reviewed 5/28/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Herminator was helpful/No, review by Herminator was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This has been a great investment for me as my work travel has increased recently. I am not a fan of hotel gyms, so having this set my ritchey breakaway if the weather sucks or I happen to be short on time is a an excellent combo to keep my legs from developing cobwebs. Five stars
Review by Chris AHighly portable - the envy of all my teammatesby Chris ACompetitive RacerSan Francisco, CA2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.The portability of this trainer makes it hands-down the ultimate pre-race tool. Easy to carry (or even ride across a parking lot) one-handed. Easy set up and take down. I am the envy of all my teammates. It spins up fast but does top out around 300-something or low 400 watts in the right gear. Its perfect for race warm ups and complements my smart trainer at home. I wouldn't buy this as my ONLY trainer, but is the perfect traveling or racing option. Its small so it does heat up. Personally i use it for only 30 something minutes at a time, mostly easy spinning.
Reviewed 9/20/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chris A was helpful/No, review by Chris A was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The portability of this trainer makes it hands-down the ultimate pre-race tool. Easy to carry (or even ride across a parking lot) one-handed. Easy set up and take down. I am the envy of all my teammates. It spins up fast but does top out around 300-something or low 400 watts in the right gear. Its perfect for race warm ups and complements my smart trainer at home. I wouldn't buy this as my ONLY trainer, but is the perfect traveling or racing option. Its small so it does heat up. Personally i use it for only 30 something minutes at a time, mostly easy spinning.
Review by AbielPerfect for doing a good short workoutby AbielCompetitive RacerTexasIt has a quick and easy way to set up and install your bike. It is very practical and you can take it anywhere. The resistance it has increases each time you increase your speed using only the gears of your bike. The change in resistance is very big between the small ring in front and the big one. Compared to other rollers I have had, this one does make a little noise. If you are a sprinter, I do not recommend this product because when you try to do a max power sprint, your rear tire lifts a little, causing the roller to move to one side.
I recommend this product only for short and quick workouts when you are traveling or when you do not have much time.
Reviewed 5/21/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Abiel was helpful/No, review by Abiel was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
It has a quick and easy way to set up and install your bike. It is very practical and you can take it anywhere. The resistance it has increases each time you increase your speed using only the gears of your bike. The change in resistance is very big between the small ring in front and the big one. Compared to other rollers I have had, this one does make a little noise. If you are a sprinter, I do not recommend this product because when you try to do a max power sprint, your rear tire lifts a little, causing the roller to move to one side.
I recommend this product only for short and quick workouts when you are traveling or when you do not have much time.
Review by AnonymousCan serve many functions and easy to use.by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastLancaster, CA1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I use this roller when I can't get outside due to weather, poor air quality, or too windy. Easy to set up. Not a whole lot of resistance but still good enough when shifting gears on the bike. I can still get a good workout. Works well as a bike holder if you need to change out a stem or handlebar. I also use it to try out different saddles too. I also used it to let my 11 yr old daughter practice shifting gears when she was learning how to use the shifter on her new mountain bike. The roller can serve many functions.
Reviewed 9/7/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use this roller when I can't get outside due to weather, poor air quality, or too windy. Easy to set up. Not a whole lot of resistance but still good enough when shifting gears on the bike. I can still get a good workout. Works well as a bike holder if you need to change out a stem or handlebar. I also use it to try out different saddles too. I also used it to let my 11 yr old daughter practice shifting gears when she was learning how to use the shifter on her new mountain bike. The roller can serve many functions.
Review by Paul SchulzWorks well!by Paul SchulzLas VegasThis has proven to be a stable trainer that gives a good feel in a portable package. Great not only for training at home but works well for warm-up prior to races, and I can send it easily as baggage when I fly.
Included were adapters so I can use it with both disk and rim brake bikes. A nice detail as I have both.
Reviewed 11/22/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Paul Schulz was helpful/No, review by Paul Schulz was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This has proven to be a stable trainer that gives a good feel in a portable package. Great not only for training at home but works well for warm-up prior to races, and I can send it easily as baggage when I fly.
Included were adapters so I can use it with both disk and rim brake bikes. A nice detail as I have both.
Review by DJEasy to set up and to use, now that after the initial pandemic hit I am back on the roads. Will use it again after summer ends.by DJCycling EnthusiastIndio, California2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.During the initial days of the pandemic I was not riding on the roads, I bought a reasonably priced trainer and use it several times before starting to ride on the roads again. The Omniun was easy to set up, but I wish it would have been a smart one to record the riding effort.
Reviewed 6/22/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DJ was helpful/No, review by DJ was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
During the initial days of the pandemic I was not riding on the roads, I bought a reasonably priced trainer and use it several times before starting to ride on the roads again. The Omniun was easy to set up, but I wish it would have been a smart one to record the riding effort.
Review by AnonymousGreat for training, great to take to races to warm upby AnonymousCompetitive RacerYou get everything it says on the tin - portable, resistance varies with wheel speed, compact, etc. It is very well made, very sturdy, and a great training tool to have available to you.
Reviewed 12/16/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
You get everything it says on the tin - portable, resistance varies with wheel speed, compact, etc. It is very well made, very sturdy, and a great training tool to have available to you.
Review by AnonymousGood Quality Trainerby AnonymousHayden, IDWell made and very compact when packed up into carry bag. A great trainer when you have limited space.
Reviewed 12/9/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Well made and very compact when packed up into carry bag. A great trainer when you have limited space.
Review by Chris BurkhardtThis is the most smooth and quiet trainer I ever ridden.by Chris BurkhardtCycling EnthusiastNipomo, CA1 of 21 customers found this review helpful.I have about 7 rides on this trainer so far. It is very smooth and quiet. Riding at 200 watts I can hear sound from my iPad on a shelf in front of me. I also like that the trainer allows movement in the rear wheel making for a really good feel. This was also the easiest trainer to set up from the box.
Reviewed 2/21/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chris Burkhardt was helpful/No, review by Chris Burkhardt was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have about 7 rides on this trainer so far. It is very smooth and quiet. Riding at 200 watts I can hear sound from my iPad on a shelf in front of me. I also like that the trainer allows movement in the rear wheel making for a really good feel. This was also the easiest trainer to set up from the box.
Review by Chris BurkhardtThis is the most smooth and quiet trainer I ever ridden.by Chris BurkhardtCycling EnthusiastNipomo, CA0 of 19 customers found this review helpful.I have about 7 rides on this trainer so far. It is very smooth and quiet. Riding at 200 watts I can hear sound from my iPad on a shelf in front of me. I also like that the trainer allows movement in the rear wheel making for a really good feel. This was also the easiest trainer to set up from the box.
Reviewed 2/21/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chris Burkhardt was helpful/No, review by Chris Burkhardt was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have about 7 rides on this trainer so far. It is very smooth and quiet. Riding at 200 watts I can hear sound from my iPad on a shelf in front of me. I also like that the trainer allows movement in the rear wheel making for a really good feel. This was also the easiest trainer to set up from the box.
Review by MattCraftsmanship and smoothnessby MattNJ4 of 5 customers found this review helpful.The Omnium is a very well built trainer that will impress you immediately upon opening the package. Very solid and easy to use. The only trade off with this trainer is the lack of momentuminertiaflywheel effect. Once you stop pedaling it will come to a halt within a second or two. If you are also spinning a cadence of 60 or below it can get kind of choppy as well if you arent pedaling smoothly. This was a major change to me coming from a kinetic trainer, but You get used to it quickly and I now value it as a way to keep me disciplined. This trainer helps me keep a proper cadence and smooth out my pedal stroke. The slight side to side movement of the rear wheel feels fantastic and is much more comfortable. I can put out 750 Watts in my 5011 gearing and could certainly get it a bit higher if I upped the cadence a bit. The trainer is very quiet, and I can certainly see being able to use this in hotels or other situations where you need to keep quiet. The drivetrain and shifting is certainly louder. I am very impressed with the trainer and the beautiful build quality. I will be selling my other trainer and putting my traditional rollers away as this is the only tool I will need.
Reviewed 4/5/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Matt was helpful/No, review by Matt was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The Omnium is a very well built trainer that will impress you immediately upon opening the package. Very solid and easy to use. The only trade off with this trainer is the lack of momentuminertiaflywheel effect. Once you stop pedaling it will come to a halt within a second or two. If you are also spinning a cadence of 60 or below it can get kind of choppy as well if you arent pedaling smoothly. This was a major change to me coming from a kinetic trainer, but You get used to it quickly and I now value it as a way to keep me disciplined. This trainer helps me keep a proper cadence and smooth out my pedal stroke. The slight side to side movement of the rear wheel feels fantastic and is much more comfortable. I can put out 750 Watts in my 5011 gearing and could certainly get it a bit higher if I upped the cadence a bit. The trainer is very quiet, and I can certainly see being able to use this in hotels or other situations where you need to keep quiet. The drivetrain and shifting is certainly louder. I am very impressed with the trainer and the beautiful build quality. I will be selling my other trainer and putting my traditional rollers away as this is the only tool I will need.
Review by AnonymousGreat for travel or even at home!by AnonymousCompetitive RacerBoulder, CO6 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I traveled with the trainer to a race and it was very packable and easy to set up in the hotel.
Reviewed 1/2/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I traveled with the trainer to a race and it was very packable and easy to set up in the hotel.
Review by FranzGreat bike trainer for travelingby FranzCompetitive RacerUtah3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.We often travel with our bikes and sometimes that involves stopping in places where I want to use a bike trainer. I saw many use this trainer for warmup at bike races so I decided to give it a try. It is fast to setup and it works well. It is compact when traveling and fits in my car much easier than trying to take a traditional trainer.
Reviewed 12/8/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Franz was helpful/No, review by Franz was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
We often travel with our bikes and sometimes that involves stopping in places where I want to use a bike trainer. I saw many use this trainer for warmup at bike races so I decided to give it a try. It is fast to setup and it works well. It is compact when traveling and fits in my car much easier than trying to take a traditional trainer.