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Turbo advice
Thinking of buying a turbo as I'm currently training for an epic charity ride (just under 400 miles in 4 days) and I can't always get out on the road just now with work.
The other question I have is.. do I need to get a training tyre? How quickly would my normal tyre wear out on the trainer versus proper tarmac?
If you're new please join in and if you have questions pop them below and the forum regulars will answer as best we can.
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A lot of people say you don't need a training tyre but I bought one (and a "cheap" spare wheel & cassette) after my road tyre wore thin on the trainer. I just swap it in and out when I need it.
I have a Kinetik trainer which is very heavy duty and I'm happy with it but if I buy another I'd get the Kinetik one that moves from side to side so your core muscles get exersised as well as your legs.
Definitely get a sweat catcher or your bike will be drenched.
The tyres will probably be fine, just be sure to get a good roller, not sure if Elastogel or Metal ones are better for wear.
Its a well known fact that time on the turbo is equal to double time on the road, not sure about tyres though.