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Just been given a Tacx Flow turbo so going to put the old 26" hardtail on it to do some training.
I need a tyre for the rear so what's the best (cheap) one to get?
Something like a Schwalbe Silento for £13?

 
Posted : 20/08/2020 8:32 am
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The Silento would be fine, but at that price point I'd say the City Jet (£15) would be better - it's got less ridges.

https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bike-parts/bike-tyres/schwalbe-city-jet-bike-tyre-26x1.5-178913.html

If you're willing to go up to £22 this would be even better:

https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bike-parts/bike-tyres/schwalbe-kojak-wired-bike-tyre---26x1.35-583031.html

 
Posted : 20/08/2020 9:21 am
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Why not buy a proper turbo tyre? Decathlon have 26" turbo tyres for £13 in stock.

I've had some normal tyres melt on me on and go pop on the turbo. Sometimes they last ok, but I've had 3 years+ out of the proper turbo tyre.

 
Posted : 21/08/2020 9:13 am
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Picked up a City Jet as in stock at local H.
Seemed OK on the 1st try yesterday so, if I stick with it, can get a proper tyre once this one wears out.

 
Posted : 21/08/2020 10:51 am