Saris Mag+ Bike Trainer Stand, Magnetic Resistance Indoor Bike Trainer

Bought the Mag+ trainer on sale. Not sure if they're phasing them out for a new version or what, but the price was awesome. I also purchased the riser block and speed sensor. Probably could've done without the block, as my bike is barely off the floor while on the trainer. The speed sensor works great, and able to use it with my Wahoo and the Rouvy app. As others have stated, the remote is not great. I discovered that tightening the screw in the remote helps it hold and not automatically close. Still have to be gentle when adjusting the remote. Overall, a great buy.

Set up instructions are pretty poor. Took me a while to figure out step 2. Also, did not know the lever with the knob had to be in locked position, and the bike fell off the rack while I was pedaling. Now that that's been solved, the trainer works well, but it is very noisy. Earbuds help.

4 stars only because I can’t tell a ton of difference when you turn the resistance up. Otherwise it’s a great device and has worked really well as a “dumb” trainer.

I cannot find a parts list anywhere for the Saris mag trainer. The rest of the unit looks great and works ok. The 9703t Mag remote shifter ratchet won’t hold. I’m told to return whole unit under warranty when a replacement part would do the job fine. Very wasteful.

I generally dislike indoor training, and much rather go out for a ride and train outside. I purchased this inexpensive model as I needed for warm sessions at races (just got to try racing). The setup was relatively quick given there was some assembly required. It is also of solid construction and very stable when setup correctly. However, upon first setup I noticed the trainer was not working properly, mainly due to lack to attention to detail - allow me to explain. - Following the setup instructions would end up with a setup of LOWEST resistance of the magnetic adjuster, when the shifter is at the HIGHEST setting. So trying to decrease the resistance, or even increase it, with the control lever is to no avail. The solution is to set the manual resistance knob to the HIGHEST resistance level once the cable has been routed. I let Saris support know of this needed update to their instructions. - Another shortcoming was that the remote control lever did not have enough resistance to hold the LOWEST resistance setting when the cable has the most tension. The tension on the cable would just pull on the lever back to the highest setting. I initially thought I have gotten a workout controller, but it was sealed new when I unpacked it. I took on disassembling the controller and inspection the internal mechanism. It is a very simple ratcheting mechanism with bi-directional pawl. Although all made of plastic, everything was in good condition and looked new. The pawl is kept in place by means of a an arc shape that springs out and keeps tension on the ratchet teeth. There is just not enough tension on the pawl to counter the tension from the cable. I solved by inserting a piece of rubber under the pawl arc. The trainer works like a charm after these adjustments. Also, pay attention to the hidden feature of the rubber feet to stabilize the trainer on uneven surfaces, it would otherwise wobble. The instructions explain their use.

A great trainer with a great price. I've used it daily for four months and nary a problem.

Still putting together the Mag+. Will review after use

I got my trainer about a month and a half ago, and it works great. It's sturdy, holds the bike tight with the provided rear axle, has good resistance, and is actually relatively quiet on a solid floor. My only advice would be to not spend the extra money for the handlebar cable to change resistances. I did this, and found that it works very poorly, I took it off my trainer right after trying it out. I find the trainer performs best when I set the resistance at the highest setting and simply change gears as normal to vary my effort. Overall works great for inside spinning.

I purchased the mag+trainer after hip surgery it is the best investment to keep riding over the winter and help with my recovery!

I have had this trainer for a few months now and have already put several hundred miles on it with no issues. Does the needed job for inside training rides at a reasonable price.

Lo tengo hace cinco años. Lo ocupo todos los años durante los meses más fríos (3 o 4). Para mí funciona perfectamente. Es bastante simple y silencioso. Si bien la resistencia que opone no es mucha, se puede graduar bastante con los cambios de la bicicleta. Ante todo hay que considerar que pertenece a la gama baja de rodillos del fabricante (bajo precio y bajas prestaciones).

I love the trainer. I set it up in the basement during this long cold winter when even walking outside is no fun. This provided me safe and consistent exercise. When spring does come I'll be ready to get out and enjoy it.

This product works exactly as described. The Mag version is quiet and very light weight. Can be taken on trips by folding up and used when the weather is not good for cycling. I do not use the shifter, as you can just use your own bike's shifting to increase/decrease the speed and resistance.

used daily to keep my legs in shape.very easy set up and also quiet does not disturbe others in house

Very easy and quick to set up. It doesn't take up as much space in my study as my other trainer.

It was easily and quickly set up. It is set up in an extra room. A hybrid bike is on it now. Since my wife and I are just getting into cycling, we're not consistent with using it yet. We have also used it with a road bike. It doesn't take but a few minutes to take one bike off and to make the necessary adjustments to put another bike on.

Easy to setup. A great way to get cycle training without leaving the yard.

I like the trainer. It was just what I needed to stay in shape during the long NY winter in the mountains. I wish I had known to remove the few tiny pebbles caught in my tire before I used it. Now the chrome wheel has a scratch in it all the way around. It is also a good idea to put some paper under the bike to catch the chain dirt.

Great price and warranty. I use it before and after workouts. Quiet enough so you can listen to music or watch tv. Husband, who's an avid rider, uses it when it's too rainy to ride outside.

I love nothing more than to be outdoors biking, but when I had recent knee surgery I was forced to bicycle indoors. My husband and I purchased the CycleOps and I've been riding nearly an hour a day ever since. I'll be back to riding outdoors soon, but I'll keep the CycleOps around for winter indoor riding when there's snow on the ground and future surgeries too!