Me too. I didn't bother to change skewers back when I took my bike out on the road. I don't think I noticed.

I have never found the need to use anything but my bike's skewer.

Trainer? You need a set of studded tires and fenders. No amount of hamster emulation will get to to work or the store, so why bother?

Because it's hard to train for hills without a trainer when you live in the flatlands. My commuter doesn't go in the trainer...doesn't need to.

Young, redhead..................................................................

Just received my new Keiser spin bike. I've used these for several years in the gym and decided I needed one at home. I really don't like riding my bike on a trainer. Really like riding the Keiser. Its in the shed with the elliptical and a few other things. Will be installing mirrors on the wall opposite the bike, just like spin class. Already have a great sound system and video capability. Hope to get back into the shape I was in a couple of years ago.

Tacx has a line of virtual reality trainers that are pretty nice these days. I have the Fortius, and have persevered through three generations of the software, the current TTS4 is pretty good in my mind.

Sadly we just use a low end "exersize bicycle", LOL, we just picked it up via, bicycle and utility trailer last week, it ain't much but it's better than nothing when the snow's a blow'in and the ice is a form'in on the roads!

I thought I was something buying a nice used elliptical for $100 delivered. Then a friend of ours picked up a used exercise bike for $5! It's all good as long as you're moving.

The issue with noise, it's not the noise that is the problem, it's the vibration, if you put it on top of a couple of pieces of carpet pad, with a hunk of indoor/outdoor carpet on top, then you shouldn't have a lot of vibration problems. You do want the smoothest tires though, or a trainer that contacts the rim, rather then the tire, if smooth tires aren't your gig. I have a Minaura (forget the model number) it contacts the tire, and it's in the basement so vibration isn't a big deal. One thing is, if you use one that contacts the tire, plan on replacing the tire in the spring.....

How about using one of those trainer-specific tires that I believe have a harder compound to last longer on the trainer? Just don't run them on the roads from what I've heard.

My LBS has some tires on display that are specific for trainers and are clearly labeled, "Not for road use."

I have a Minoura Mag trainer. The model I have is no longer made but for a magnetic trainer, it is extremely quiet and has a cable remote to adjust the resistance without having to dismount. I got it because it was a better price than the other trainers I looked at. In Florida, we don't have that many days that we can't ride because of weather so the trainer only gets used on those days, especially in the winter since I'm a woos when it comes to cold weather. It's also great for post injury rides. Nothing like getting on the road and riding after an injury to find out that you can't continue and have to walk the bike home or call someone to come pick you up.

Naaaaaaaaa. Just use any of the old worn out tires you must have around. It's not like crashing from a flat is a worry..................

+1...good idea

Dominatrix in black Spandex?

I run the back tire from the summer on the trainer, then toss it, put the old front tire on the back, and a new tire on the front.... That way I know my tires are in good enough shape.....

I use them and think they're great. No shedding and longer lasting.

Theyre the devil itself to mount though.

I like a Kurt Kinetic Road Machine Fluid Trainer. You do put your bike in it, but it holds the bike up, so no "stupid roller moments."

I still have (and still use) my 'old school' rollers with a belt-driven fan for resistance. Wintertime only though. I bought the optional front support for the wife's use. I also have other workout equipment (eliptical, treadmill, exercise bikes, etc)

blackburn tech fluid

I also have a blackburn mag trainer but I like the fluid better.

I have a Kurt Kinetic Rock n Road fluid trainer I bought last year. I'll let you know how I like it when I open the box and set it up. lol I traded my computrainer for it. That about sums up my feelings for trainers.

A mountain bike. Seriously. When I put the road bike up, out comes the mountain bike. Day/ night, it doesn't matter.

Wherever your threshold of boredom hides, a resistance trainer will find it.

Kurt Kinetic Road Machine... they're quiet and fun!