Cheap rear wheel for use on trainer
nanox
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I just got my first road bike 6 weeks ago, so I know nothing about any of the tech-stuff, and after two days of Google madness, I think I have to throw in the towel and ask for some help.
I just bought a trainer and I want to get a spare wheel, cassette and of course a tyre, so it will be easier to change.
Now, I've found the tire (Continental, I guess it's as good as Tacx', but cheaper, right?) and I found an offer for a tiagra 9-speed HG50 cassette (£14.99), which is what's already on my bike as far as I can tell.
However, I am lost when it comes to finding a rear wheel, could any of you guys help? My only requirement is that it's cheap, as it will only be used on the trainer.
Thanks!
I just bought a trainer and I want to get a spare wheel, cassette and of course a tyre, so it will be easier to change.
Now, I've found the tire (Continental, I guess it's as good as Tacx', but cheaper, right?) and I found an offer for a tiagra 9-speed HG50 cassette (£14.99), which is what's already on my bike as far as I can tell.
However, I am lost when it comes to finding a rear wheel, could any of you guys help? My only requirement is that it's cheap, as it will only be used on the trainer.
Thanks!
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You could always just buy the cheapest wheel you can find. Should work fine on a trainer. Nothing special is needed.0
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Forgot to mention that I am from Denmark, so a store might be the best option in terms of shipping.
I tried finding a cheap wheel, but there are so many wheels out there and I don't know a thing about it + those cheap wheels never seem to come with any specs, so in terms of compatibility - I'm lost.
But how about this one: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=43058 It also comes in a version that says "240" instead of the EXE..
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nanox wrote:Forgot to mention that I am from Denmark, so a store might be the best option in terms of shipping.
I tried finding a cheap wheel, but there are so many wheels out there and I don't know a thing about it + those cheap wheels never seem to come with any specs, so in terms of compatibility - I'm lost.
But how about this one: http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=43058 It also comes in a version that says "240" instead of the EXE..
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That wheel looks to be a perfectly usable wheel for your home trainer. Low price, It's
Shimano so will be compatible with you Shimano 9 spd., and just about any 700c clincher tire. 36 spokes, so it will be pretty sturdy(not that it has to be on a trainer) but will also make a good, heavy duty, solid, road wheel. It will also be compatible with your present bikes cassette and the one you are planning on ordering.0 -
Great, thanks for the help! I ordered the Shimano wheel0