Cycleops Fluid Trainer gets two thumbs up.

I finally bought a cycle trainer that works great.  Well, o.k. Fran bought it, but the point is, this new unit provides some major advantages.

1. No more unplanned days off (training)
2. I get to practice my Karaoke, something which is frowned upon at the gym.
3. Generate own heat in winter.
4. Discovered numerous books in spare room that look like they might be readable.  Must have been Ray's.
5. It's a short walk to the laundry room
6. Another reason to 'hydrate'
7. It never rains or snows in the spare room
8. Inspirational posters optional
9. Can hook up tv in there and watch Black Adder again

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aECBz2--kUk&feature=related

And one or two disadvantages.

1. Reminder of need to clean out the spare room
2. No more unplanned days off (training)