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2012-02-06 7:35 PM

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Subject: bike trainer back tire question
I recently got a Felt B16, and purchased a beginner trainer for it.  Just wondering what everybodies opinion was on using the same back tire to ride on the road and on the trainer.  Is that a good idea?  Should I get a different tire to ride on the trainer?  If not what type of wear and tear with the trainer do to the back tire?  

2012-02-06 7:37 PM
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Subject: RE: bike trainer back tire question

It will wear faster but should be fine for a season (depending on how much you ride indoors).  Unless you have a different wheel to put the tire on, not going to do you much good unless you plan on changing the tire out every time you ride in/outdoor.  If you do have a wheel, just use an old tire

Just keep an eye on it



Edited by ChrisM 2012-02-06 7:38 PM
2012-02-06 7:37 PM
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Subject: RE: bike trainer back tire question
you can do it, but it will KILL your tire.  I would ask a friend or a shop for a worn out tire to use. 
2012-02-06 7:43 PM
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Subject: RE: bike trainer back tire question
It depends on the tire and the trainer, as some trainers are harsher on the tires than others, in part because of the heat. I use my regular Gatorskins on my KK Road Machine, and the tires hold up just fine, but I think that the KK stays cooler than most.
2012-02-06 7:48 PM
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Subject: RE: bike trainer back tire question
I went to the shop and asked for a scrap junk tire. I bought a cheap rim and cassette and use it strictly for the trainer.Ive burned through a n few nice tires by putting them on the trainer.
2012-02-06 8:04 PM
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Subject: RE: bike trainer back tire question

thanks for the info.  I can use my tire and rim from my old bike.  The trainer is a bell mag, I know it's not the best, but I was able to pick it up for $25.  I figured it would due until I have the money to find a decent used one.  On that note what are some of the nicer trainers that I could pick up for cheap used.  The guys at my LBS told me about cycleops but they were pretty expensive last time I checked. 

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