on2wheels
06-12-04, 05:27 AM
I'm looking for a set of durable tires for my road bike to use when I'm riding on my rollers. The rollers are tough on tires, I've put some noticable wear on my tires after only 2 days of riding rollers.
Road Cycling - Durable tires for use on rollers?
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lotek
06-12-04, 06:36 AM
I ride rollers daily during the winter (and during t-storms etc.) but
have never had a problem with wear.
Are you using alu rollers?
I'd recommend pumping tires up to max (or just below).
that said I'd look for some cheap (relatively) tires with no tread
pattern (slick).
BTW I've ridden with Conti SPrinters, and some old
Conti ultra supersports with no problem.
Try nashbar or performance for closeouts.
Marty
have never had a problem with wear.
Are you using alu rollers?
I'd recommend pumping tires up to max (or just below).
that said I'd look for some cheap (relatively) tires with no tread
pattern (slick).
BTW I've ridden with Conti SPrinters, and some old
Conti ultra supersports with no problem.
Try nashbar or performance for closeouts.
Marty
seely
06-12-04, 07:00 PM
Rollers dont really wear your tire at all... thats more trainers that will get the tire wear going for whatever reason.
orguasch
06-12-04, 07:13 PM
it very minimal wear, and it will give you another reason to buy something for your bike
froze
06-12-04, 07:37 PM
Just get the cheapest thickest rubbered tire you can find that has a smooth thread to it. You don't have to worry about flats so don't bother with flat resistent belts. Your right, you will trash tires, so save your good tires for when your on the road.