i rode my trainer for the first time this morning. i got up bright and early, still sore from the ride yesterday, and put in 35 minutes on the trainer. i like the ride a lot, it’s a solid workout. even with someone my size i was able to push myself pretty well. there were a few creaks, but honestly i think that’s just the metal on metal of the rear wheel skewer. i think even though you can lower it to the ground that with my front shock i may want to get a front riser for our front wheels. it feels like i’m riding downhill and puts a lot of stress on my hands and wrists. i think it would be darn near perfect on a road bike without front suspension. i’m looking forward to putting some serious riding in over the next few months.