rubber on trainer wheel

[snowroo]

Thank you for your help. I think it's just the extra bits from the manufacturing process. I'll start looking for a conti.

[ridebikeme]

Any trainer company that I have seen, recommends using alcohol to clean the rubber off. It's also a good idea to simply clean it off from time to time.

I always save my road tires that are worn out, and use them on the trainer. I know that there are specific trainer tires out there, but I see no reason to not use old tires. I do not have any heat build up, rubber on the trainer and it's a great way to get rid of them. Having been on a trainer now for over 25 years, I don't see any reason to spend money on tires unless they are new!

[Becky]

I use old tires on the trainer, but just shelled out for one of those Continental trainer tires for DH. That Cheese Whiz colored tire is one of my new favorite bike things! DH is bigger and stronger than me, and manages to "squeak" every tire he's ever put on the trainer, even when he's just spinning. Makes it really aggravating to ride the trainer with him! With the Conty, no more squeaks!