problems with bike tires while using resistance trainers

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685 viewsFebruary 27, 2012

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Bob February 27, 2012 0 Comments

I have a resistance trainer and use my Trek 7.3FX which has Bontrager tires with just a smooth traction strip. The back tire has been quickly damaged, the traction strip is completely shreaded in just a short time. Anyone else have this problem? Any solutions?

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LaRue 0 Posted 0 Comments

Hi Bob. What kind of resistance trainer are you using (e.g. fluid, magnetic etc)?

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
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Hello Bob,
Hers is a link for airless bicycle tires:
http://www.airfreetires.com/Shopping/c-6-airless-bicycle-tires.aspx

I would use a different tire/rim for the resistance trainer, then swap back to your Trek when ready for a ride.

Wishing You A Safe Ride,
Michael

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I agree with what Michael said. You really want to have a different tire for riding. Its easy to pull a bad tire off on a stationary ride, but minor imperfections can lead to big problems on road or trail rides. Didn’t know about the airless tires, that’s pretty cool.

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I agree with both Michael and Stephen. Use a different tire and wheel on your trainer than for your regular outdoor rides. Of course, if it’s a tread resistant device, you’re going to wear out the tire quickly, especially if you ride hard.

Take care, ride hard!

problems with bike tires while using resistance trainers

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