Bicycle Trainer Rocker Platform
This rocking allows for realistic side to side bike motion while minimizing the stresses on your frame which is synonymous with indoor training.
Bicycle trainer rocker platform. Cycleops preview the ultimate indoor trainer rocker plate eurobike 2018 video by shane miller gp lama rocker plate roundup video by zwiftcast. Your trainer is mounted securely on the top plate. On motion rollers this can lead to a hop off in a sprint if the bike and rollers don t react at the same rate. Hack approved video by the gcn show ep.
Cycleops ultimate trainer rocker platform. Designed in 2013 produced and sold by bikeacces. This reduces stress on your frame reinforces proper riding technique and makes the zwift experience even more immersive. Proponents say it increases comfort and makes long rides more forgiving on those sensitive parts of the anatomy that may be otherwise get a bit of a hard time.
In essence a rocker plate is a device which allows the trainer and bike to tilt from side to side more accurately simulating the real life motion of riding a bike. Based on my years of rocker experience and best engineering guess a bike on a rigid trainer will experience more stress loading compared to a bike and trainer on a typical rocker plate. The pod lite is a rear only unpainted marine grade birch ply rockr. The realplate is also compatible with the kickr climb kickr bike.
The top and bottom plate are made of very strong hpl solid plastic compact plate of 8 mm thick moisture sweat and water resistant so the best material for this application. 62 lb dimensions. The pod lite ships 2 weeks from order date. By sbrtrishop and commercially available for 449 99 plus 80 shipping and 299 99 plus 40 for shipping respectively.
Tech details video by dc rainmaker. That is not an issue with a trainer based rocker platform but any extra mass still has a similar effect. Ideally you want as little extra mass as possible while still providing the support and motion that is desired. A rocking plate is a hinged platform placed beneath your trainer which allows the trainer and by extension your bike and body to move side to side in a natural motion.
Currently the realplate is compatible with a number of trainers but most current turbo trainers will fit on the platform. These are plates with an air bladders inside and when you place your stationary trainer on it it allows it to rock side to side giving a more realistic authentic feel or that s what they are. Steel aluminum and birch weight. This is because any side loading from the rider is transmitted directly into the bike since the trainer holds it rigid with little if any flex.
The first and the best rocker plate for indoor bicycle trainers. The bottom of the pod lite utilizes 3 cnc routed counter sunk identically contoured rockr fins that allow your indoor trainer to mimic the side to side movement we naturally encounter when riding outside. 6 tall x 63 long x 35 5 wide fully assembled in box grip tape strategically placed to assist in walking on the trainer platform. Compatible with all major brands and models of bike trainers.