Is there a certain brand or type that's good for mountain bikes? I know NOTHING about the trainers.
2006-11-25 03:27:20 · 5 answers · asked by curiosity 3 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Cycle-Ops is a good trainer. They run anywhere from about $150 or so for a wind trainer up to about $250-300 for a fluid trainer. The wind trainer is the closest to a real ride feel (but noisy) with the fluid running it a close second in terms of feel but much quieter. You will need to get rid of the knobby tire for a smooth tread one like the others have said. Another trainer to consider is the Minoura rim drive. It runs the resistance on the side walls of the rim instead of the tire. The max speed recommended is about 25mph from what I remember but the bright side is that it won't wear down your tires so the knobbies can stay.
2006-11-25 15:04:11 · answer #1 · answered by icrashalot 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most trainers will accommodate mountain and road bikes but be sure the description says it will handle 26 inch wheels (which is the size of your mountain bike tire). You might consider getting a slick tire for your mountain bike for trainer sessions, it will be a lot less noisy.
I like fluid trainers as opposed to mag trainers, they are quieter and have a better, more realistic feel to them. Noise is a big factor because it’s difficult to watch tv and ride the trainer if your trainer is making a lot of noise!
Go to www.bikenashbar.com or www.performancebike.com for a good selection. Better yet go to a local bike shop and check them out. They will probably let you ride them and you can choose which one you would like.
2006-11-25 17:11:45 · answer #2 · answered by Merrily 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to echo the others, nashbar, and performance have a lot to choose from. Be sure to change out your tire to a inexpensive slick, the trainer will wear on a tire. You may also have to get another skewer for the trainer. all depends on the one your bike came with. It usally takes just the generic kind if you have a larger type you just have to change it out. They are cheap.
Good luck and good riding
2006-11-25 17:46:33 · answer #3 · answered by kabij007 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look at some of the web sites others have suggested. And go into your local bike shop and see what they have on hand. Try to stick with the fluid type unless you care how much noise you make.
2006-11-26 17:20:48 · answer #4 · answered by Dorkboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try www.bikenashbar.com They will have several. They are a good comapany to deal with.
2006-11-25 13:38:09 · answer #5 · answered by Kaori 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋