Flagship Indoor Cycling Rocker Plate Models Compared

Flagship Indoor Cycling Rocker Plate Models Compared - Velocity Rockers

Flagship Cycling Rocker Plates Compared

Indoor cycling season is upon us. We at Velocity Rockers are excited to offer our new Delta RS rocker plate with a universal fit and 4-way motion for all your indoor training rides. It is compatible with all trainers and bike setups, all smart bikes and all spin bikes. It is the world's only commercially available, adjustable-length rocker plate. We think it is a superb piece of equipment that is fairly priced. But you could say we are biased, obviously.

What to look for in purchasing a rocker plate

Perhaps you are convinced of the primary reason to purchase a rocker plate, namely a more comfortable ride, especially on your sit bones. Additional benefits include a more realistic ride, better core engagement, and potentially protecting your bike frame from excessive torsional stresses from hard sprinting efforts. For those suffering from saddle sores, you might call it a necessity. In any case, it's at least worthy of a hard look. 

Some things to consider are: price, function, quality, ease of use and maintenance, and additional features and accessories included in the price. We have done the work for you to compare the flagship models of the most widely used rocker plates in the US. All of the data on the spreadsheet below is derived from each company's website. When information is unavailable on a company's site we note that it is "unknown" and suggest contacting the company directly for this missing information.

 

 All data derived from each company's website on November 9, 2024

Flagship Rocker plates

Delta RS  -  Saris MP1  -  Rockr Axis   -  RPV1  -  Realplate React Stealth

Sold by

Velocity Rockers

Saris

Rockr Indoor Training

KOM Cycling

Turbo Rocks

Price

$799.00

$949.99

$999.99 -$1049.99

$499.00

$723.39

Made In

USA

USA

USA

China

UK

Shipping in Continental US

Free

Free

Free

Free

Limited Offer $64.57

Dimensions

Adjustable (L) 45.5"- 63" (W) 33" (H) 3.5"-3.75"

(L) 63"  (W) 35.5" (H) 6"

(L) 62.25"  (W) 35.25" (H) 4.5"

(L) 64"  (W) 34.5" (H) 3.75"

(L) 62.6"  (W) 35" (H) 3.39"

Weight

40 lbs.(without extension plate) 51 lbs. (with extension plate)

62 lbs.

55 lbs.

42 lbs.

53.9 lbs.

Side-to-side motion

Maximum 18 degrees total

Maximum 12 degrees total

Maximum 18 degrees total

Maximum 13 degrees total

Maximum 14.4 degrees total

Mechanism

Sets of (x3) 5" and (x3) 6" adjustable ball springs

Fixed non-adjustable leaf springs

Set of (x3) 7" adjustable ball springs

Set of (x3) 30cm (11.81") adjustable ball springs

Set of (x3) 5" adjustable ball springs

Bike lean (Technique discussed here)

Same as riding outdoors with proper setup and technique

Same as riding outdoors with proper technique

Same as riding outdoors (Engineered higher virtual pivot point)

Same as riding outdoors with proper setup and technique

Same as riding outdoors with proper setup and technique

Fore/aft motion

7" total

9.5" total

2" total

None

15.74" total

Mechanism

Steel rod, (4x) linear bearing and compression springs

Rails and rollers

(2x) Steel rod, (3x per rod) linear bearings and compression springs

None

Steel rod, (3x) linear bearing and extension springs

Wood Material of Rocker Plate

18mm 13-ply Baltic Birch plywood

Thickness and #-ply unknown Birch Plywood

18mm Marine Grade 5-Ply TigerPLY

15mm 9-ply (plywood type unknown)

18mm 13-ply Birch Plywood

Surface Finish

Textured waterproof paint

Polyurethane, adhesive grip tape

High Density Foam

Paint and polyurethane, adhesive grip tape

Textured waterproof paint

Trainer/Rider Weight Capacity

350 lbs.

350 lbs.

350 lbs.

350 lbs.

390 lbs.

Adjustable Length

Yes

No

No

No

No

Programmable LED lights

Yes

No

No

No

No

Fits all trainers, smart bikes, spin bikes and front wheel risers of any size.

Yes

No

No

No

No

Added structural support for top plate.

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

Surface Rust protection for bolts on the top plate.

Yes

No

No

No

No

Integrated bubble level for easy setup.

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

Warranty

3 year parts warranty

Frame: Lifetime Warranty, Surface and bearings: 1 year warranty

1 year limited product warranty

Lifetime warranty

1 year manufacterer guarantee

Included accessories

 

(2) sets of (3x) ball springs: 5" & 6"

(8x) hook and loop straps (4x) 12" and (4x) 18"-20" for securing trainer or smart/spin bikes       

Jar of bearing grease for maintenance of bearings

(1) x Low pressure ball gauge for accurate inflation of ball springs

(1) x Ball needle for inflating balls with your personal bicycle pump

(5) x Protective squares to place between trainer contact points and top plate

(16) x Rubber feet with screws for use on hardwood or tile floors.

(1) x Touch up paint

Pair of caster wheels to move setup to new location for relocation or cleaning.

Hook and loop straps and front riser block integrated into the frame.

All attachment parts for your particular trainer.

A suspension needle and one spare suspension ball (3 total).

Velcro Straps x 5

Inflatable Balls x 3

Ball inflator pump

Level tool

Rubber feet with screws for use on hardwood or tile floors

All attachment parts for your particular trainer.

A hand pump and one spare ball (3 total).

 

 

Velocity Rocker's origin story

Velocity Rockers began during the pandemic as a desperate search for a solution. Sidelined by saddle sores, I found a potential solution, rocker plates. After further exploration and tinkering, in step with ideas floating around on a DIY Facebook group, I solved the problem. On my handmade full-motion rocker plate I could finally ride indoors for as long as I wanted, pain free. And after a few hundred miles on Zwift, I got hooked.

Velocity Rocker's commitment to excellence

I saw an opportunity to provide a bespoke level product that was not available on the market at the time. The goal was to build a rocker plate that was not only of the highest quality, but that also incorporated some of the tweaks and add-ons a DIY enthusiast might include. Before long, the Velocity Rocker was born. After more than 3 years in business, I still approach design and product development through the lens of a DIY enthusiast. The level of commitment to excellence and the enthusiasm I have in producing each rocker plate is equivalent to how I would approach building one for one of my best friends. Our new Delta RS is a reflection of that. It incorporates features derived from reflection on personal experience and customer feedback. We hope you consider it as one of your top choices. Ride on!


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