Training & Nutrition - Trainer for MTB wheels

Ok,

I realize there are a lot of threads about trainers but I am interested in trainers that are good quality and that fit mtb wheels from 2.1 to 2.5. I have been looking at Minoura models (one of the few trainers I can find). I am wondering how the rim drive works with disc brake based rims (no brake bead along side). Are the wheel driven wide enough for a thick tire. And are these generally good trainers.

Thanx

Most trainers will accept 26 inch wheels. A disc wheel will fit the same as a non-disc wheel. Now to answer you question about the thickness of your tire. You will definitely want to take off your mountian tire and put on a cheap slick. A knobbie tire will make so much noise and will be a very bumpy ride. You will also kill you tires. Hope this helps.

Craig

I've used a Cycle-Ops Fluid 2 with an MTB for 2 years now. I just put on a cheap slick I bought at Wally World and it works great.

I've got the Minoura Mag trainer, and it's worked well for me.

I've got my MTB on it with a slick.

Thank you for the response but I have a Mavic 321d which has insignifigant sidewall. I am concerned if it will have enough to be affected by the rollers on the sidewall.

That said, Is the sidewall based better than the tire based trainers?

Originally posted by aerobat
I've got the Minoura Mag trainer, and it's worked well for me.

I've got my MTB on it with a slick.

Thats the sidewall based version right. That is the one I am considering as I can order from an internet company I like.

Originally posted by Maelstrom
Thank you for the response but I have a Mavic 321d which has insignifigant sidewall.
I got an old wheel and put a cheap tire on it to save wear and tear on my "good" wheel and tire.