[Wolfspyder]

Anyone have an opinion on brands of trainers, which are good or bad? Also, how bad a 'ride' is it to use a normal mountain bike tire instead of a slick on a trainer? All this rain we are getting is driving me stir crazy from lack of riding.

Thanks

 

[Roasted]

I use the minoura rim driven trainer. Has 7 different difficulty settings. Very nice and can use and tire you like. Used it for 4 months in the winter and very impressed.

http://www.bikecanada.com/catalog/accessories/trainers/index.shtml

 

[Phreaddy]

Unless you get the aforementioned rim-drive trainer, you'll pretty much HAVE to use a slick. I have two pairs of wheels with road and mountain tires, so for me to interchange with the trainer is no big deal. Get mag or fluid resistance. Wind is the best "feel" but the noise will drive everyone crazy.

 

[the law]

I have a set of rollers if you are interested. I just don't use them.
Sven