does this work with tires w/ tread (i.e mountain bikes)?
1410235
Yes it does, I use an old Trek mountain bike from the early 90s and it works with no problems.
1410236
Yes I think it would. My bike has quick release handles on it but this unit comes with a quick release to replace the one on my bike. It also comes with plastic caps that grip the axle. I like this trainer but I was disappointed that mine broke today. I was able to still use it but it was disappointing. I use a touring bike in mine but see no reason that I would not use my mountain bike as well. tension adjusts really well.
1410237
I don't use it for that, but my guess would be no. I have seen other people say it doesn't work well with knobby tires. Maybe swap out the rear with a balloon tire?
994736
I'm not 100% sure. My mountain bike has an axle that isn't compatible but I think with a small tire on it you should be fine. I have a 700 c road bike on it which is close and there is more room to adjust it
1713910
Yes I used it with several different types of bikes, road bikes, and heavy downhill bikes with out an issue. The only problem I had was that some of the mountain bike frames were to narrow for the head to get through and get grip on.
1036168
I replaced a tire on my grandsons bmx with it. Same size. The tread is different, more for road/concrete than dirt. Hope this helps.
1004842
I have a TREK 7300 ...tires came with it .... it works just fine with the trainer..... I am very satisfied
645743
It will work just fine with just about any 700c tire, which yours is. It will also work with just about any 27" tire. Like any trainer, though, it will be quieter with a tire with no tread. Just rest assured knowing that your 700cx35 tire will work with any trainer on the market.
53874
I have mtb tires that are 2.1 and it worked. It is narrow so it should work.
868570
My guess is no. Just looking at your bike it seems the rack isn't deep enough to stay off the tire at a functional angle.
2007351
The measurement between the wheel loop is 3 1/2". 4" tires sound extremely wide. Most average mountain bike style tires are about 2-3". Did you physically measure your tires? Maybe you could let some air out and they would fit if they are that big. I'm very happy with the rack. Good luck!!
766552
I doubt it. Mountain bikes with big tires yes, but the really large tires for sand riding would ride on top versus sliding in for stability.
95366
My bike has the 35c tire. I just measured and it looks a little bigger than 1 3/8 inches. The sidewall says 1.40" x 28". It is big enough for rough roads or even fire roads. Yes it would work for rails to trails and urban biking. Over 1000 miles and no flats yet.
1402342
Yes. It can adjust to all size tires on a bike - from 20 inch tires to 28 inch tires with ease.
1036167
I replaced a tire on my grandsons bmx with it. Same size. The tread is different, more for road/concrete than dirt.Hope this helps.
334944
If your bike has Quick Release skewers on the rear tire...yes. The trainer works well on my Hybrid with 700 mm tires.
1109552
I regularly use this for 3 mountain bikes. It took a couple tries to get each hook at the right height to get the bikes to "interlock" and keep handlebars and pedals from interfering. I think it's great that the bikes hang from their wheels.
1788071
Yes we have used it with Mt. Bikes, Tri Bikes and Road Bikes. This thing is awesome.
1317601
First time I used it I had to mount the inside bike vertical (so it missed the spare tire) and the outside bike horizontal. I've mounted them both horizontal and vertical but you have to trial and error to find the right way.