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Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
The Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer can be used on any bike to allow you to train on your bike indoors, ideal for performance tuning and personal fitness.
Average Customer Rating:
(71 Reviews) 70
Rating Snapshot (71 reviews)
5 stars
41
4 stars
29
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
71 of 71(100%)customers would recommend this product to a friend
Customer Reviews for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Review 1 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
ideal for a wet spring,
May 13, 2012
By oldie65
from Worcs
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: compact, well made
Cons: none
"I was driven to get this by the endless rainy days in April and it really does let you work out. Most impressed"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 2 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Excellent purchase,
May 02, 2012
By Gibby22
from Camberley, Surrey
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Does everything expected, and very much cheaper than buying an exercise bicycle.
Can be used in all weathers, and gives a full workout without the elements, so one has no excuse to start a fitness programme.
The ability of increasing the tension is a usefull feature."
Can be used in all weathers, and gives a full workout without the elements, so one has no excuse to start a fitness programme.
The ability of increasing the tension is a usefull feature."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 3 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Great product,
April 29, 2012
By Teesee
from Gateshead
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Excellent product. Picked up same day and easy to assemble."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 4 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
good purchase,
April 17, 2012
By sparkies
from fife
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"it's a good piece of kit , it even does a mountain bike (a bit noisey) , easy to put to gether"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
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Review 5 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Super value,
April 15, 2012
By Shatangi
from London
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: value
Cons: none
"I spent quite a while looking for a trainer that could be used easily at home.
The Halfords Mag machine seemed to fit the bill.
I was not disappointed and found it very straight forward to assemble. It is very well made with high quality materials giving a first rate riding experience. I would suspect that it will give many years of use. I soon realised I should change my off road tyres for road ones, which cuts down noise considerably. All in all I am very happy and my training regime is now on track!"
The Halfords Mag machine seemed to fit the bill.
I was not disappointed and found it very straight forward to assemble. It is very well made with high quality materials giving a first rate riding experience. I would suspect that it will give many years of use. I soon realised I should change my off road tyres for road ones, which cuts down noise considerably. All in all I am very happy and my training regime is now on track!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 6 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Well Done Halfords Putney Road Leicester,
April 14, 2012
By relleumuk
from Leicester
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: great value works well
Cons: none as yet
"Tried to purchase an entry level cycle trainer today. Two local stores were not helpful, wouldn't let me try before buy.
The guys at Putney Road branch here in Leicester were brill. They built one up in the shop while I waited and put a bike on it for me to try. The staff at this branch were a credit to Halfords.
As for the product, I've only just started using it today and it seems ideal for my purpose. Easy to set up and with the money I saved I fitted a speedo and cadence computer."
The guys at Putney Road branch here in Leicester were brill. They built one up in the shop while I waited and put a bike on it for me to try. The staff at this branch were a credit to Halfords.
As for the product, I've only just started using it today and it seems ideal for my purpose. Easy to set up and with the money I saved I fitted a speedo and cadence computer."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 7 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Elite mag trainer,
April 01, 2012
By Gham
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Cons: none
"Bought this item 30/3/12 , The set up very easy, it is very sturdy, light weight considering its made of steal. Only used it once at this point, but very pleased with this purchase."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
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Review 8 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
So far so good,
March 18, 2012
By Sionnach
from Scotland
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
"Very happy with this trainer so far - very stable and works as described. I have a couple of minor tips for non-DIYers like me when assembling it. Loosen the axle support before trying to apply the handle - I pushed the handle onto the plastic securing thing and wondered why it wouldn't turn. Also check whether your quick release is compatible with the support cups on the trainer before lifting the bike in position. If it's not, just change it to the one supplied. Took me a while to work that one out! Otherwise, assembled it without difficulty."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 9 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Beginner,
March 15, 2012
By Beginner1
from Southampton uk
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
"Good strong design easy to assemble. Instruction and diagrams could be clearer as you initially end up putting the tension wheel on the wrong way but obvious once bike attached."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 10 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Fantastic Bit of Kit,
March 13, 2012
By FireRanger
from Hazlemere, High Wycombe
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"The MOST AMAZING peice of equipment...having been seriously ill for 17 months, i bought this item to start me off, indoors, inthe warm and with no hills.
Not very clear instructions but i managed it, if i can anyone can.
Not very clear instructions but i managed it, if i can anyone can.
Best thing ive ever bought, not too noisy with semi-slick rear tyre, argos catalogue to lift up the front wheel and away i went, feels so good to be active again"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 11 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
indoor trainer,
March 12, 2012
By reene
from London
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
"I bought this as I am recovering from an injury, and wanted a good value trainer. Previous reviews stated that it was easy to assemble, I found the opposite. You have to be strong to connect the handle, and brave as it needs a stong push and it feels like its going to break as your pushing!
Once is assembled it works really well and the resistance is strong (but that may be because Im weak!). Only slight disadvantage is that it is quite noisy. I have set it up to watch TV on laptop while cycling, and on full volume I struggle to hear it"
Once is assembled it works really well and the resistance is strong (but that may be because Im weak!). Only slight disadvantage is that it is quite noisy. I have set it up to watch TV on laptop while cycling, and on full volume I struggle to hear it"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 12 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Effective but very noisy with MTB tyres,
March 10, 2012
By Takoradi
from Southampton, England
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: solid build quality, straightforward setup
Cons: noise with mtb tyres
"I've used this trainer a few times with MTB tyres and whilst it is effective, it is very noisy. I expect if I changed the tyre on the bike it would be quieter but as I've currently got it setup it is still fairly intrusive if you're around other people.
The setup is very straightforward and once the bike is in place, it is rock solid.
A few other reviewers have suggested something to elevate the front wheel. I found the Yellow Pages did the trick.
Overall, considering this is at the budget end of cycle trainers, it's a good product which I would recommend."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Pro-Performance - I'II always buy the best quality regardless of price
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Review 13 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
It's brilliant but.....,
March 07, 2012
By Boxer12
from Middlesex
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Cons: not suitable for mountain bike
"It not suitable for mountain bike.... I wish they told me that as I only have mountain bike, too noisy when start riding cos of the rough wheel.. Need smooth wheel like road bike... One day will get road bike as ATM lovely weather to ride bike outdoors..."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 14 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Good first trainer,
February 23, 2012
By SponsoredbyRizla
from Staffordshire
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: ££, easy to use
"Cheap but well made. Easy to set up and use. Pressure on welds may well take their toll in time.Good first trainer."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 15 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Good product,
January 29, 2012
By Leeds1986
from Leeds, England
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
"This turbo trainer is a good product. Easy to use and set up. Works with any bike as the wheel bearing piece is quite wide. I use it with a road bike and it's not too noisy.
The only problem I had was with the provided quick release skewer-poor quality and broke when I first used it. Bought a tacx skewer specifically for turbo trainers instead.
Perfect for a novice like myself. Can't comment on how good it is for more keen cyclists."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 16 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
good Purchase,
January 28, 2012
By Skaman64
from London
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: well made
Cons: poor set up instructions
"I purchased this because I needed to do some some training whilst the weather was bad. This piece of equipment fits the bill exactly Slight issue with the set up instructions, but through looking at pictures of the item set up it was easy to set up. I have got a quick release wheel on the rear of my road bike and it fits OK. There is a different quick release spindle included in the package to replace your original one if it doesn't fit."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 17 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Great product and value,
January 26, 2012
By Anonymous
from Louth
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: value, weight - good and heavy, clip back for motor, easy to load and off load bike
Cons: no elite gel front wheel stand included in deal, some shakey bits to the instructions
"bought 2 of these as half price... my wife and I use them to explain this. They are great and really easy to use and mainly easy to put together."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 18 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
elite magnetic trainer,
January 25, 2012
By lisamelanie2
from warrington
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: easy to set up, easy to store
"Really good trainer I got this as I wanted to exercise on a real bike, really easy to set up I a 33 yr old woman and it took 10 mins at the most. Using a standard tread wheel is a little noisy but nothing a little music or TV can't drown out I can talk to someone over the noise so its not that loud. Ideal for exercising wet days or if like me you have 3 kids so you can't just go cycling. The magnetic resistance is very good you can change the settings from 1 - 5 and you can also use the gears on your own bike. So overall I'm a happy bunny as I got it half price too :-)"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Female
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 19 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Handy training tool,
January 23, 2012
By fireblade7
from Colchester, England
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: price
Cons: no front wheel riser support
"I wanted a second Turbo Trainer for home to supliment the one I use in the Works Gym and at the offer price this fitted the bill perfectly. I use it almost exclusively for Interval Training and it works a treat. With a combination of gear choice and resistance setting I quickly found a smooth set up that works well and with the rough finish on the roller get no slip when out of the saddle for the initial spin up. Overall very pleased but be aware you will need to make or buy a front wheel riser support as it's not included."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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Review 20 for Elite Magnetic Cycle Trainer
Overall Rating
Cycle Trainer,
January 22, 2012
By Bellyonabike
from Hull, England
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: easy to use and control, stable
Cons: punctures rear tyre when left overnight.
"Bought in the sale - good price. Assembly is fiddly but not difficult. The trainer works as advertised and the magnetic resistance device does the job. It is easy to control from the handle bars. The only down side is that I left the roller against the rear tyre overnight and I ended up with a flat.
The inclusion of a steel skewer for the rear wheel is useful and I would recommend that you use it."
The inclusion of a steel skewer for the rear wheel is useful and I would recommend that you use it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
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