Saris Factory Tour: How CycleOps Indoor Trainers Are Made

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CycleOps and Powertap are two of the biggest names in indoor trainers and powermeters.

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And, both companies have the same parent company – Saris, who also make accessories including bike racks. Simon Richardson takes a look around their Wisconsin facility where, alongside all the manufacturing of CycleOps products, 30% of their workforce ride to work.

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