Originally Posted by
Ultraslide
I just got a used Kurt Kinetic and even if I crank down the resistance unit to the max (5 turns) and lower my tire pressure I can still make it slip. Running a 23mm Conti GP4000S tire. I am certainly no Chris Hoy ... so I am wondering if a dedicated trainer tire on an extra wheel would help or is it just a waste of money.
thanks.
Using expensive racing tire for trainer is much worse waste of money.
Get something cheap or get trainer tire - those are much more silent, if that is important to you (to me it is, so buying it is worth it).
Some slippage is normal, and is not really a problem.