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Do I Need a Special Tire for a Bike Trainer

Admin — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:31:26 +0000

Jessica asked:

My bike (Trek 5200) just has the regular tires on it that I ride for the road, I think they are Michelins but not positive. I have gotten into great shape this summer and don't want to lose it over the winter when I cannot ride as easily. I want to buy a bike trainer to ride indoors on but I don't know much about how they work? Can I ride the bike on the trainer with the same tire I ride on the road? I've seen special trainer tires so that is why I am asking. Thanks for any help you can give.

Our Answer:

Jessica...first congratulations on getting into shape, cycling is a great way to do that and is what turned us into bike trainer junkies too. Once you get into great shape, you don't ever want to lose it....way too much work to get there.

So to answer your question, yes you can ride your bike on the trainer just like you do on the road. It is possible but trainers tend to be hard on the rear tire, so it will probably wear your tire out more quickly than just road riding will. That is why they make special trainer tires, they are a different compound than road tires and are designed not to wear quickly. They wouldn't have much grip or handle all that great on the road, but they are perfect for a bike trainer.

So if you want to, you can run your road tires, but if you are concerned with tire wear then you should change out to a trainer tire. Hope that helps.

Kurt Kinetic Pro Bike Trainer Review

Admin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:50:58 +0000

The Kurt Kinetic Pro Trainer features two flywheel options to provide a wider variety of workouts for the serious cyclist.

The Kurt Kinetic Pro Model Bike Trainer might be the most versatile indoor bicycle trainer on the market because unlike most cycling trainers, it features two separate flywheel options. The Kurt Pro trainer includes an attached 6 lb. flywheel that is primarily designed for interval training and also comes with a 12 lb. flywheel that is designed for endurance workouts like tempo and base building Long Slow Distance rides. Packaged with a rock solid and stable 540 square inch base, the Kurt Kinetic Pro model trainer will keep you very stable and focused on the trainer, allowing you to concentrate on the task at hand.
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The Kurt Kinetic Pro bicycle trainer includes all of the above without sacrificing the super quiet and silky smooth operation that the Kurt Kinetic trainer line has become famous for. Like every trainer in the Kurt Kinetic lineup, it is 100% leak proof and won't soil your workout area by leaking oil all over the place. The Kurt power calibration settings are excellent and will very closely simulate a true outdoor ride and the resistance is completely automatic and will adjust as you change speeds on your ride. The Kurt Kinetic cycling trainers are known to produce one of the most realistic rides of any trainer on the market and they are highly regarded by indoor training cyclists around the world.

Who Should Buy the Kurt Kinetic Pro Trainer

The Kurt Kinetic Pro trainer is ideally suited for the rider who wants a trainer that can take their fitness and conditioning to another level. The versatility and the flywheel options allow you to vary your workouts and not only maintain your fitness through the winter months but build it to another plateau. The Kurt Kinetic Pro Trainer is certainly not the least expensive machine on the market but it is still a great value for the cyclist who demands quality equipment and cycling gear.

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Tacx Satori Bike Trainer Review

Admin — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:17:32 +0000

Tacx Satori Rear Wheel Trainer features powerful magnetic resistence and a handlebar remote control with 10 settings. Includes integrated skyliner, front wheel supportNew frame folds easily and is very stableUsed by Tacx sponsored Pro Tour teamsSoft Gel roller with a stainless cover reduces noise and is durablePowerful magnetic resistence has a handlebar remote control with 10 settingsStong magnetic reisitence unit is great for structured power workouts2kg flywheel

Killer Deal – Kurt Road Machine Trainer Package

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:35:53 +0000

Killer deal on the best trainer available in our opinion. This packages lets a new indoor bike trainer get started right by including the riser ring, forget the phonebook crap, get the ring. Includes a sweat mat, power computer and a free training DVD. All packaged together at a price that you often see for just the Road Machine.

The Kurt Kinetic series of trainers are some of the most widely loved and have a devoutly loyal fan base in the cycling world. Until you try one, you won't know just how good riding an indoor bike trainer can be.

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FREE DVD only available with the 2009 model trainer has 3- 30 minute Spinerval workouts: Lifetime Frame Warranty and motor warranty with a crash inclusion which allows you to receive replacement parts for any reason for $25 and shipping. FEATURES: Adjustable legs to acommodate BMX, Mountain and Road Bikes. Folds in half for easy storage. Non-marring PVC feet absorbs floor irregularities Robotically welded frame for strength and powder coated painted for extreme durability. Power-tap calibrated replicates power requirements of outdoor ride. 80 cooling fins to dissipate heat! 3 ounces of themaldynamically neutral liquid silicone provides quiet road-like resistance. Sealed fluid chamber with magnetic coupler for leakfree operation. 2 1/8" roller, Largest in the industry, extends tire life! Dynamically balanced flywheel provides a smooth ride, choose standard (3lbs) or Raod Machine (6.25lbs). Patented quick-release lever lock, speeds bike attachment and removal. Cone cups accomodate 99% of OEM skewers. Speed sensitive resistance unit automatically adjusts difficulty level from 20 to 2,500 watts. fits bikes with wheels from 16" to 29" O.D. FLOOR MAT: Its simple. Its functional. And the perfect accessory for a Kinetic trainer. The Kinetic Floor Mat. Reduces vibration. And keeps floors sweat-free. * Closed cell PVC foam * Noise-dampening material * Dimensions: 79" X 36.5" COMPUTER: The fluid trainer has an amazingly accurate power curve (power v speed). Combined with this Kinetic power computer, riders get accurate estimates of power output without a special hub, excess wires, or complicated gear calibration. Three-line display Current power in watts Average power in watts Maximum power in watts Current speed Power output only accurate when riding trainer. Average Speed Maximum speed Odometer / Total distance Trip distance Ride time Total ride time Clock Auto on / Auto off Sleep mode

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Killer Deal – CycleOps Fluid 2 Training Package

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:29:45 +0000

Killer Deal here on Cycleops new Pro Pack. CycleOps has bundled together everything you would need to get started training and do it right. Pro Pack Includes: Fluid 2 Trainer, training mat, Bike Thong, 2 Climing Blocks, and training DVD. Trainer: Exclusive Power Band technology offers the widest resistance range without ever touching the unit. Power tuned new larger flywheel for improved road-like feel. Infinite resistance curve ensures increased wattage as you increase speed.

New Pro Pack Includes: Fluid 2 Trainer, training mat, Bike Thong, 2 Climing Blocks, and training DVD. Trainer: Exclusive Power Band technology offers the widest resistance range without ever touching the unit. Power tuned new larger flywheel for improved road-like feel. Infinite resistance curve ensures increased wattage as you increase speed. Self-cooling mechanisms, including a patented fan design, keep the unit performing better, longer. Training DVD included.

Great Gift Idea – Heart Rate Monitors

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:26:32 +0000

A lot of cyclists never get their fitness to the level they want because they don't know if they are pushing themselves hard enough. Perceived effort and real effort are very different so if you're cyclist has been lusting after a cool heart rate monitor, then here they are.

Great Gift Idea – Cycling Shoes

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:24:46 +0000

Tired of those stanky old mountain bike shoes stinking up the place? Never fear, here are some great deals on some of the best cycling shoes, both road and mountain, available online. This will be the gift that keeps on giving, all year long.

Great Gift Idea – Cycling Jackets

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:20:19 +0000

It's cold outside and a great jacket can mean the difference between going on a great ride and staying home. Check out this selection of awesome cycling jackets from some of the best names in the business.

Indoor cardio?

Admin — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:15:19 +0000

Max asked:

I need to do some cardio to burn some fat but the thing is, here in Wisconisn its below zero rite now and theres snow and ice on the roads and sidewalks. So running and riding my bike is out of the question. I need something i can do indoors untill i get my bike trainer. So far ive just been running up and down my stairs, but that gets boring fast and is a little dangerous. Any ideas?

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Spinervals Training DVDs

Admin — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:48:39 +0000

If you are going to be riding a bike trainer indoors over the winter to stay in shape then you will quickly find that it is extremely DULL to ride indoors. You don't have anywhere near the sensory stimulation that you have when riding outdoors and a rare few have been known to stick a fork in their eye simply to alleviate the boredom.

Spinervals DVDs serve two purposes, they will keep you entertained and give you a killer targeted workout that will make sure you get the best use out of your new bike trainer that you can. Check out the Spinvervals training DVDs below.