Training skewers?
05-29-15, 10:19 AM
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Training skewers?
Sorry if this is a repeat, I'd be surprised if it hasn't been asked before, but my searching skills are apparently lacking today...
I bought a cheapie Schwinn-branded (although undoubtedly just a common rebranded model) magnetic resistance trainer at the Salvation Army yesterday for a couple bucks. Never gave much thought to any real indoor training, but it'd be nice to hook the bike up and "ride" for a bit while I'm just sitting around watching TV, as well as its second intended use of being a way for me to adjust gears easy without a repair stand. Anyways, it is complete minus a skewer. Is there any purpose to a training skewer other than to protect the one on the bike? The bike going on it will be a 1978 Schwinn Le Tour III with a less than spectacular skewer to begin with, I'm not worried much about cosmetics, more concerned if there is a strength/compatibility reason behind a dedicated skewer.
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I bought a cheapie Schwinn-branded (although undoubtedly just a common rebranded model) magnetic resistance trainer at the Salvation Army yesterday for a couple bucks. Never gave much thought to any real indoor training, but it'd be nice to hook the bike up and "ride" for a bit while I'm just sitting around watching TV, as well as its second intended use of being a way for me to adjust gears easy without a repair stand. Anyways, it is complete minus a skewer. Is there any purpose to a training skewer other than to protect the one on the bike? The bike going on it will be a 1978 Schwinn Le Tour III with a less than spectacular skewer to begin with, I'm not worried much about cosmetics, more concerned if there is a strength/compatibility reason behind a dedicated skewer.
Thanks!
05-29-15, 01:17 PM
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If your bike has standard Shimano steel skewers, you should be fine. Many boutique skewers are less robust and may not stand up to the strain of a trainer. If you need one, local bike shops should sell Shimano skewers for a few dollars.
