Why We Like The Mag+ Trainer
For the best workout you could get indoors, Saris offers the Mag+ Trainer. Stick to your training plan and keep working hard when the weather outside isn't what you want, or when you want to get in an early training session before work. Saris' Mag+ Trainer allows you to turn your bike into your favorite indoor training tool that will keep you in shape throughout the off-season. And, we're loving the handlebar-mounted shifter that lets us change resistance during our workout easily so we can keep pedaling with confidence.
Details
- Your favorite indoor training session tool, taken to the next level
- Magnetic resistance offers a quiet ride that's frictionless and smooth
- Comes with convenient, adjustable handlebar-mount shifter
- Zwift and other indoor cycling app compatibility for data tracking
- Linear resistance boosts workout intensity to match pedal strokes
- Item #SRS1WUP
- Resistance
- magnetic
- Foldable
- yes
- Includes
- Mag Trainer, one month subscription to Rouvy virtual training app
- Recommended Use
- training
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 76 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 13, 2022
Faulty mag trainer ratchet, won’t hold.
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
June 17, 2021
Excellent product at a value price, but...
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
February 16, 2021
What's Not To Like!
A great trainer with a great price. I've used it daily for four months and nary a problem.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
December 10, 2020
Saris - Mag+ Trainer-Ricardo
Still putting together the Mag+. Will review after use
Originally reviewed on saris.com
December 4, 2020
Great for winter spinning
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
October 31, 2020
EXCELLENT PRODUCT
I purchased the mag+trainer after hip surgery it is the best investment to keep riding over the winter and help with my recovery!
Originally reviewed on saris.com
May 28, 2020
Mag+ Trainer Does the Job Needed
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
May 28, 2020
Excelente relación precio calidad
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).
Originally reviewed on saris.com
February 1, 2014
NIce ride
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
January 27, 2014
Great Indoor Exercise
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.
Originally reviewed on saris.com
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September 16, 2021
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September 8, 2021
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August 8, 2021
I have a Merida Cyclo Cross 4 2014 is your trainer compatible with this?
June 6, 2021
Hello, apologies if this has been asked before but does this trainer work with track bikes? Track hubs with 120mm axle width and track nuts on both sides. Thanks!
April 7, 2021