Noisy bike trainer, what can I do!?
I just got a bike and a trainer, however I live in a downstairs apt, and it is very LOUD. Is there anything I can do to reduce the noise level on the trainer. Any tricks, tips?
The noise doesnt bother me, but im sure it bothers the ppl above me
Do you have a magnet, fluid or wind trainer? Each produces a different kind of noise.
If it is a wind trainer, you are SoL as far as noise goes. Honestly, though, I had one for years and loved it and never had a complaint from my neighbors, just pick courteous hours to ride.
If you have a fluid or mag trainer and it is that loud, Bob is probably right in his assumption that you are using a treaded tire or on an uneven surface. Otherwise, I severely question the quality of your trainer.
All in all, my neighbors have kids they scream at and scream right back. They watch their TV’s ridiculously loud at all hours of the day and night. The amount of noise I make on my trainer is a drop in the bucket.
you can where ear muffins
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Use a very smooth tire and place the bike on a thick mat. I have my mountain bike on my trainer and use a slick on the back.
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Do you have a magnet, fluid or wind trainer? Each produces a different kind of noise.
If it is a wind trainer, you are SoL as far as noise goes. Honestly, though, I had one for years and loved it and never had a complaint from my neighbors, just pick courteous hours to ride.
If you have a fluid or mag trainer and it is that loud, Bob is probably right in his assumption that you are using a treaded tire or on an uneven surface. Otherwise, I severely question the quality of your trainer.
All in all, my neighbors have kids they scream at and scream right back. They watch their TV’s ridiculously loud at all hours of the day and night. The amount of noise I make on my trainer is a drop in the bucket.
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