rolling resistence? fast enough for winter training?
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Definitely. Keep in mind though these tires are designed for durability not racing. I think Schwalbe's web site has keys that can assist you in selecting your tires.
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Don't know if this will be helpful? I run your tire in front and Marathon plus in back. Your tire I keep at 90lb in summer and winter at 75 for a little better control in snow. Really like both tires as I use them can't complain at all. Wear is good, traction in hard turns on concrete is real good. I had some problems with your tire with flats on the back of my recumbent so I went to the Marathon plus and have had better luck with that and still had the same good overall performance in the other area. I would recommend this tire, I ride 3000 to 3500 miles a year. Hope this helps.
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Compared to what? I have mine on a hard tail mountain bike which I have been mainly riding on a concrete trail for aerobic exercise. Seems to be a gear or two difference (easier) from Specialized Fast Track LK which had a tread overlap that *almost* gave a solid center bead. I like the Schwalbe and would buy it again. I Also like the built-in puncture guard.
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I'd suspect you'd get some decent resistance. I have firm thick grass, so it's not a problem. The contact area of the wheels are not very wide, especially the rear wheels.
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I can shift threw all my gears , I have a 21 speeds and use them all on my Bianchi an to use my high gear there has to be very little resistance , when I received mine last year it was a pleasant surise how well it was made , I used it to recover from a fall on my bike and broke my leg and dislocated my hip , this winter just to stay in top shape . the price was right to
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You can also tighten the belt. That will add more resistance and stop the belt from moving too quickly. That's what I did to mine. The how-to part is in the instruction manual.
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Semi frozen should work fine. However, My review mentioned that the blade would stop and make a rtcheting sound as if something in side was slipping. But that may be because trying to go too fast.
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Probably better than warm packy snow. Should work well. I am very eased with them
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There are lighter resistance, more flexible bands in the set which would be good. However, I am not sure that you would need or want the entire set and purchasing some individual bands may be more helpful. Also, the set I got had metal carabiner rings to which you attached and detached a handle depending on desired resistance. That might be problematic. It would likely be better to get a single or even a set that has fixed handles for ease of use/transition between resistances. Stay active!
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Tires aren't fast; riders are. Yes, I get the gist of this question, but an empirical answer depends on too many factors. Are you talking about sprinting? Climbing? Long distance? Many believe a thinner tire will give less rolling resistance, but some studies prove otherwise. If we're talking 2mm difference, I'd opt for comfort and handling over numeric assignments. I ride 25 rear, and 23 front generally speaking, but change up the combos depending on wheels I'm using, and what I'm doing. There are a lot of inconsistencies out there as well. Take a peek at any of the articles written by Sheldon Brown, and you'll get the upshot of why the numbers aren't always what they appear to represent. Tires aren't fast; riders are. Yes, I get the gist of this question, but an empirical answer depends on too many factors. Are you talking about sprinting? Climbing? Long distance? Many believe a thinner tire will give less rolling resistance, but some studies prove otherwise. If we're talking 2mm difference, I'd opt for comfort and handling over numeric assignments. I ride 25 rear, and 23 front generally speaking, but change up the combos depending on wheels I'm using, and what I'm doing. There are a lot of inconsistencies out there as well. Take a peek at any of the articles written by... » Read More Tires aren't fast; riders are. Yes, I get the gist of this question, but an empirical answer depends on too many factors. Are you talking about sprinting? Climbing? Long distance? Many believe a thinner tire will give less rolling resistance, but some studies prove otherwise. If we're talking 2mm difference, I'd opt for comfort and handling over numeric assignments. I ride 25 rear, and 23 front generally speaking, but change up the combos depending on wheels I'm using, and what I'm doing. There are a lot of inconsistencies out there as well. Take a peek at any of the articles written by Sheldon Brown, and you'll get the upshot of why the numbers aren't always what they appear to represent. « Show Less
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The product doesn't specifically mention any numerical value for resistance. I am a medium-built woman, medium activity level and could use it easily. My husband found it too easy and 'loose', if you know what I mean. So, I'd say it depends on your energy and strength, and also what you want out of it. If you are looking for a rigorous work-out for your hand muscles, this is not the right product.Personally, we didn't like the product and returned it.
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Being on the low end of the weight scale will only require a little more patience breaking them in and practice, so 158-198 should be fine. Excellent gift idea! However, I would recommend wrist pads too. Happy Holidays!
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John: V-belt ... checked manual before rolling to work ... only issue so far was chute collar which cracked during first use ... Since brand new product at that time, there were no replacement parts. They tried to give me a hard time but failed. It was replaced. LOL wishing you no snow ... ; )
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There is resistance, but it's mostly from the gears you use. So not as much as stationary trainer, but it's a lot more lively workout.
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Re. adjustable tension. With the programs available, you could choose a screen course with 'mountains' or 'hills' and I think that would give you the resistance you want. I'm 78, my husband is 83 and we just use the basic more level-ground program. It's a fine machine.
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On resistance level 1, there is no resistance. It is VERY easy to pedal. For a moderate workout I would suggest a level 6 resistance with 100+ rpm.
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This is more pliable than most other hoses I have owned...it really depends upon the temperature in the air when you are trying to roll up the hose. When it's cold <40 degrees it can be a little squirrelly.
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If you are in hood shape set the resistance to about 7 and keep your pulls to 35 or 36 for 5000 meters
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I'm not sure. Every time I tried to use it, it started pretty hard but then it kinda gets "smother" as you keep going. I can't remember if you can adjust the resistance bc I gave it away last year; sorry I can't help with that question :(