Spring is around the corner but that doesn’t mean indoor bike trainer season is over. Training indoors has its benefits and REI is running is annual spring member-only sale and includes a lot of indoor bike trainers as well.
As in years past, REI’s member-only sale gives members the chance to save 20% on one full-price item and one REI Outlet item by using the code MEMBER20 during checkout. If you don’t have an REI membership, you can add the $30 one-time fee for a lifetime membership to your cart during checkout right before you enter the code.
REI Members Spring Sale will run starting today, March 18 through March 28.
The KICKR 5 has been my go-to trainer since it was introduced a couple of years ago. The ride feel, accuracy, auto-calibration, multi-Bluetooth for trouble-free connection set this trainer apart from everyone else.
The KICKR Core hasn’t seen an update in a while but that doesn’t mean it’s behind in technology. It’s still a solid pick and will give you all the features of its big brother such as multi-Bluetooth trouble-free connections, heavy flywheel, and superior ERG performance.
The Tacx NEO 2T is a smart trainer that is head of its competition. With its superior accuracy, auto calibration, quiet operation, and road feel simulation, and ridiculous power puts this trainer ahead of its time. The only issue I have with the NEO and all other trainers other than Wahoo is the single Bluetooth connection. But the NEO 2T is a solid pick and you will enjoy riding this trainer in ERG and sim mode.
The Saris H3 is a beast of a trainer. It’s can simulate up to 20% inclines and maximum power of 2,000 watts. Saris improved the noise on the H3 so you don’t have to worry about waking anyone up when pushing those watts on those early mornings.
This is the lowest price I've seen the KICKR CORE go for. Great price for a great direct drive trainer.
The KICKR CORE is a high-end trainer at a mid-range trainer price that provide up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy, 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections, and a 12 lb. flywheel for a great ride feel.
Sale ended on this but leaving it here because this is a great trainer. The ROLLR requires a power meter for ERG mode training and terrain simulation.
The KICKR ROLLR combines the convenient training experience and natural ride feel that only rollers can provide with the performance features and connectivity of a smart trainer. The ROLLR requires a power meter for ERG mode training and terrain simulation.
Not on sale but in case you were looking for the latest KICKR which was released a few months back.
The KICKR 2022 (V6) features WiFi connection. Wahoo KICKR is a high-end trainer with auto power calibration. It provides up to 2,200 watts of resistance and accurate within +/- 1% for power precision.
The KICKR 2022 (V6) features WiFi connection. Wahoo KICKR is a high-end trainer with auto power calibration. It provides up to 2,200 watts of resistance and accurate within +/- 1% for power precision.
A great high-end trainer and one of the best in ERG mode. I've seen it go for around $530.
The H3 is a solid direct drive trainer from SARIS. It supports up to 2,300 Watts within +/-2% precision, up to 20% incline, and quiet. This trainer is great for ERG mode and sim mode riding.
This is the new Saris H4 and first time I've seen it in stock and already discounted. A good high-end trainer for a solid price.
The H4 is the latest trainer from Saris introduced in 2022. It supports up to 2,300 Watts within +/-1% precision, up to 25% incline, and auto calibration.
Good price on the Flux II. We haven't see an update on this trainer for a while but still relevant and will give you a good indoor training experience.
The Garmin NEO 2T is one of those classic trainers that you just can't go wrong with. Good trainer at a great price.
The NEO 2T has been one of the flagship trainers with advanced features such as road simulation. It supports up to 2,200 watts, measure power within +/-1% precision, and supports up to 25% grade simulation.
The Dirto XR has been one of the best smart trainers Elite produced. It is accurate, and powerful. It supports up to 1,800 watts within +/-1% accuracy and 25% slope simulation. And this one comes with an 11-speed (11-28) Shimano cassette.
Great budget wheel-on trainer that has one of the best road feels and looks good too.
The TUO is a compact smart interactive trainer with up to 500 watts of resistance and measure power within +/-5%. It supports up to 10% grade simulation. Great budget wheel-on trainer for ERG or sim mode training.
