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trainer mode - running fan

Posted: Sun Oct 25, 2009 7:37 pm
by roadrash
I recently began using my Ipro in trainer mode in my basement. After the first few "rides" and dripping sweat, I decided to set a box fan in front of me, which worked great. The Ipro measures the wind, which is about 11 mph, but I have to assume the trainer algorithm is ignoring the wind for wattage calculation purposes. Am I correct in assuming this? I also did a fitness test on the trainer with the fan.

Re: trainer mode - running fan

Posted: Sun Oct 25, 2009 10:08 pm
by coachboyd
Yes, the trainer mode will only use the speed versus power relationship based on which trainer you entered. Wind is not a factor.

Re: trainer mode - running fan

Posted: Sun Nov 01, 2009 8:33 pm
by ldmitruk
I found I have to be careful when using a fan indoors as the "wind" generated by the fan can cause the iBike to tune off the trainer mode. This is only a problem when I position the fan directly in front of my bike when riding on my rollers or trainer.