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VFS-G TIRE DRIVE DIAL
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Show more by Minoura
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- Newly designed gravity type frame supports your bike stably but gently
- VFS series introduces the Fluid+magnetic hybrid resistance unit
- A heavy 1.5 kgs machined steel flywheel guarantees very smooth pedal stroke
- Wheel size: 26 - 29
- Includes steel quick release
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Product Description:
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MINOURA VFS-G Newly Designed gravity type frame The rear wheel is compress to the roller with your own weight, so roller prssure to the tire is adjusted automaticaly and troublesome adjustments will become a thing of the past. VFS series introduces the "Fluid+Magnetic" hybrid resistance unit. It is the quietest and smoothest system offerd by any company. The fluid system adopts a specially designed double-cup internal vane system to provide exponential power curve for simulationg the headwind
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 Possible design flaw?, June 4, 2009
By Wendy Wolfe (WA United States)
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First off, I like Minoura products. It's just that it appears that this unit has a design flaw.
Specifically: There is only one thru bolt which connects the two black plastic portions of the unit to one another. This means that the unit is unstable & can "walk"... should this happen: the two black plastic pieces tilt up where they join & act as a brake on your rear wheel. No option but to dismount & fix. Depending upon how aggressive you ride - this may be every 30 seconds or never.
Additional details:
* My setup is on carpet, with a yoga mat under it. Based upon what I'm seeing, the unit may be OK directly on a hard surface, but don't hold me to it (I've not tried it)
* I'm an intermediate level rider. Semi- but not super-aggressive. I'll stand for "hills", and I get bored if I just spin for the duration.
If the unit had two thru bolts, this would not be a problem. Alas, it does not. It has just one & so I give it a cautionary score.
Like I said at the beginning, I have no issue w/Minoura, it's just that this model might need a little re-work.
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 GREAT TRAINER!, January 20, 2010
By Craig Tuggle (Greencastle, IN USA)
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I absolutely love my trainer. I have been using this trainer for over 2 years. Because of the gravity wheel engagement design, this trainer does not wear out my tires. In fact, I have not replaced a tire on my bike for 3 years and still have plenty of tread. Many other trainers I have seen increase the resistance by squeezing down on your tire harder (threaded hand wheel increaing force on tire). This trainer does not work that way.
I trained for several triathlons including a 70.3 half ironman. I have ridden for up to 4 hours straight on this trainer. It feels like riding on the road. It is a little aggressive in its resistance, so it feels like you are biking up a slight grade all the time, even in your lowest gear. This will only make you a stronger cyclist. The mag / hydraulic system is smooth and quiet. The resistance appears to be proportional with gear selection and rpm cadence. Flaws....none. I highly recommend.
I am 5'6"" 150lb male riding 3 to 5 times a week. I ride a Quintana Roo Seduza 2008 and a Fuji Roubaix 2005.
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