am looking to setup up Zwift o start indoor training.
I know the application is free, but there are so options for trainers etc. I do have a bike, but it is not great. Also with the time being after Christmas, I am looking at my budget. I am willing to invest, and realise there will be further investment. But I have to start somewhere.
My question is, where do I start? do i invest in the trainer setup first and use my existing bike?
Or does the bike make a big difference? I am not looking at the racing against other aspect, more on personal improvement.
If the bike is secondary would you recommend a drive trainer rather then one that users the rear wheel.
I have looked all around, watched and read articles. But no one actually tackles this question
I really look forward to your thoughts and comments. Any info you could also direct me to would be great also.
The application is free for download. And there is a 7-day free trial. But you will need to pay a monthly fee to continue using Zwift afterwards.
What is your existing bike?
I would probably recommend you use your existing bike and get a direct drive trainer. But perhaps direct drive trainers are out of your budget. Then, I would say existing bike w/wheel on trainer.
Which trainer? That’s a big question w/lots of possibilities depending on budget and preferences. Perhaps start here:
Then come back w/specific questions.
Thanks for the reply
I would also suggest one more consideration in addition to @Lin_Alan post which is spot on. Consider how much you will be using the system. I too have an older bike (25+ year old 7-speed) on my training so I’m not having to put my good road bike on and off it. I went with a wheel-on trainer (Wahoo Kickr Snap) as I’ve never been able to spend much time riding indoors. I found Zwift very engaging and am riding a lot. I’ve overstretched the capability of the wheel-on trainer and don’t like the additional noise. I’m replacing the Snap with a Wahoo Kickr Core. If you not going to ride all that much then consider the wheel-on approach. If you think you are going to ride a lot, consider investing in a slightly higher cost solution to get a Direct Drive system.
I agree with the previous assertions that the place to first apply your limited money is on the trainer. Any bike will do as long as it fits you well.
Hi Joel
Thanks for the update. I will use my existing bike and invest in the setup.