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Mountain Bike on Turbo

c.p.w.g.w · 2021-12-09 14:15:30

Looking for some feed back, brother what's to put a mountain bike on turbo, it fits ok, but the tyre is an issue... So was wondering would this tyre be suitable Current tyre size is 26x1.95

09-12-2021 2:15pm

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Looking for some feed back, brother what's to put a mountain bike on turbo, it fits ok, but the tyre is an issue...
So was wondering would this tyre be suitable
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/mobile/us/en/lifeline-essential-commuter-mountain-bike-tyre/rp-prod155227
Current tyre size is 26x1.95

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#2 09-12-2021 2:39pm

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does the turbo specify a maximum tyre width?
just beware that turbos can be very hard on 'normal' tyres - usually you're advised to use one which is specifically made for turbo trainers, but it might be hard to find a 26" turbo tyre.

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#3 09-12-2021 10:57pm

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The tyre fits alright, it's just need something smoother

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