Trainer

 Medical Recommendation

I visited the doctor for my annual checkup.  It turns out he also cycles.  He asked me if I had a trainer.  I told him I was seriously thinking about it, but I was cautious because when I had a stationary cycle previously, it became a place to hang clothes.   And it would mean laying out cash, as well as re-arranging my yarn storage.  

I have had a lot of people tell me what a good experience they have had using Zwift.  I need a trainer to do this! I read a post yesterday where someone said it doesn't even have to be a smart trainer.  

I am edging closer to getting a trainer. 

Winter non-cycling activities

 What does a cyclist in Ohio do in the wintertime, when it is too cold to ride, and no trainer yet? 

Read about cycling.  Plan cycling trips.  Sign up for rides.  Dream about cycling. Knit hats with pictures of bicycles! 

I am knitting these (see my post on BrightMeadow Bicycles to see more) to raise money for my Great Cycle Challenge.  My goal is $2500 this year.   

They are available for purchase at my Etsy shop 

Potential Purchases and Acquisitions

 I am thinking about getting a trainer.  Specifically a Wahoo.  I need to make sure I understand the features of the different models.  

I am torn between buying it at the Local Bike Store and REI.  REI will give me a ten percent rebate.  But it's not all about money, the LBS will also give me support. 

I am also thinking about the movement-tracking cell phone camera mount that keeps coming into my Facebook feed. Pivo is the brand that is advertised, they show a horseback rider taking video.   The starter kit is under $200.   I think I could possibly use it for taking some excellent video of me riding my bike down the trail.   But, my phone is not listed as compatible.  I would have to upgrade my phone.  The specific Motorola phone that is listed as compatible is not one available from my cell phone carrierS, and from Motorola it is $1K.  I would need to call and make sure the SIM card from my current Motorola phone could be moved, or they could provide a new one, bringing the cost of the equipment to $1200.  Hmmm.  Need to give this some more thought.  Especially if I am going to use it to take of video of me riding on the trainer.  

Hey, wait, do I really need movement tracking to ride on a trainer?