2 weeks after broken collarbone

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I see my cyclist orthopedic surgeon Tuesday I am going To ask about indoor cycling
My local bike shop has a Kurt Kinetic Wind trainer that's lightly used For $200
I would use with my bottecchia tilL I get cleared to ride outside And maybe in bad air or thunderstorms days
Any thoughts or recommendation on this from the forum ?
It has two weeks since I broke it ten days since surgery And I am feeling better
should I look at different trainers ?
Thanks
Cheers

[mtechnica]

I think in the long run you’ll be better off resting a couple more weeks. Two weeks after is pretty soon to get back on the trainer plus it’s a pain in the ass to set everything up and do it with one arm. It’s just not really worth it for the risk of prolonging your recovery.

Source: 2 broken collar bones

Disclaimer: am not a doctor

[robt57]

Maybe shop specific trainer if you can afford more coin for future and winter use.

Or get 'something' to spin on for next few weeks [month+1/2?]


Have you googled ratings for the specific Kurt?

I saw this:
Rating

I would give this bike trainer 3 out 5 wheels on my rating because it does appear to be noisy and hard to set up with complicated attachments but the ability to cope with a high power output is a big plus for me.

Here:
https://www.biketrainerreviews.net/k...rainer-review/


Something smart or that does ERG mode be best IMO.

I saw Kurt Rock and rolls on eBay 350-500.00...

[C40_guy]

I see the Kurt Kinetic trainer showing up regularly on CL or FB Marketplace for $100-$200. I'd go with that versus the wind trainer, been using one for many years...

That having been said, you will probably need help moving and setting up the trainer. Factor that into your planning...

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Thanks for the info
I am feeling better But I will ask my doc. He is an avid cyclist .
I am going to let the shop know I am looking for a better trainer
like you said It will hard to set up with one arm .
Cheers
Thankful to have the Tour de France to watch since I am a light sleeper
I get 2-3 hours of sleep since my fall it comes on at 4:00 am here
Cheers

[danield]

It's been a few years (knock on wood) since my last broken bone but I recall getting on the stationary bike a few weeks after surgery but still with arm slinged, it wasn't much of a workout and more trouble than it was worth. I resorted to hour-long walks through my hilly neighborhood until I had more mobility, was actually a nice change of pace.

Good luck & heal up

[schwa86]

I am a "don't need anything too fancy for the basement guy." I used to have a wind trainer. I vastly prefer my fluid trainer, quieter, smoother, etc. Not really that much more expensive. I got a cycle ops back in the day rather than a kurt, but understand them to be pretty similar.

Heal well!

[wernerherzogsid]

I applaud your enthusiasm and desire to return to bicycling as soon as you are able. However, the prudent course of action would be to rely on the professional wisdom and guidance of medical experts.

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Originally Posted by wernerherzogsid

I applaud your enthusiasm and desire to return to bicycling as soon as you are able. However, the prudent course of action would be to rely on the professional wisdom and guidance of medical experts.

Strongly agree, listen to the doc.

[dem]

Big difference if you're screwed together or just letting it heal naturally.

Screwed together, I was back on the stationary trainer in days post-op (no weight on that arm, though.)

Naturally, you really need to not disturb it to let the bones knit together.. so could be weeks.

[gdw]

Follow your doctor's advice and check out Goodwill when you want a trainer. They always have a few wind and fluid models available in our area and they are always priced under $20. I just donated a nice CycleOps Fluid model in great shape to ours after getting sick of dealing with flakes on Craigslist.

[Bikeman7]

I was in your place 10 years ago. I agree with the person that it might be best physically and psychologically to get outside and do some hilly aerobic hikes. If you got a dog to accompany you, even better. While riding a trainer now is probably fine, make sure you consider your family/housemates. Trainers are noisy and you get sweaty- not a great combination if your significant other is already spending a lot of their time nursing you back to health.

[.RJ]

you guys worry a lot. Its screwed together, so its not going anywhere.

I did this same deal 8 or 9 years ago, exploded it into 4 pieces and felt immediately better after surgery. Within a week I was running outside and riding trainer inside, although I did have help setting it up. I didnt go very far or hard, but it was helpful in the recovery and mentally.

[robt57]

If reduced and screwed, it would take another bad fall prob to displace again.

I was going to say if you do get a rock and roll Kurt not to stand for a while. I'd probably do out of the saddle 2 weeks after surgery, just not nutso..