If bike does not have quick release on back wheel, then what? So, what does one need to do to use with a normal bike without quick release on back wheel?
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so you dont have to have a quick release axle for this product?you can just put the clamps over top of the bolts?
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Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have to remove the quick release lever on my bike anymore. Hope this helps. SLIM-JIM Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have... » Read More Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have to remove the quick release lever on my bike anymore. Hope this helps. SLIM-JIM « Show Less
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Mr. A,Unfortunately i do not have any experience with anything other than quick release on this machine (and on any of my bikes..U lock through rear wheel/frame).It does come with a quick release skewer which should take a minute or two to install.Sorry i can't be more help.
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I am not sure what a quick release is but I have a 24 speed Trek and I just screwed the bolts into the rear wheel area. It was quick and secure and I felt comfortable when riding the bike.
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As long as you have quick release you can do it easily. If you don't, it will depend on your existing bolt diameter. My road bike works, so does my mountain bike. My mountain bike does not have quick release. You can modify the receiving bolt on the device itself to fit using a Dremel tool.
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The front wheel is quick release. The rear wheel is conventional and needs a wrench to take off.
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I don't have a quick release on my rear wheel, and the screws that are on my rear wheel are so tight, I couldn't even get them to unscrew. (Don't know what I'm going to do when I need to replace the back tire, guess will have to take to bike shop!) Anyway, I was able to get the screws to lock into place where the skewer would go on the trainer, and it is really sturdy. You might want to try that.
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Yes, it's a wonderful design to quick release when not needed and snap-on when needed. If the kid is using it to ride it at home, usually it's a nuisance. Hence removed it. Now, outside, depending on the time of the day and Sun, feel free to use/remove it
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The rack has two scewers on it that your quick release front fork fits on. It tightens down just like the wheel does. I've used it three times so far it works like a dream
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I only have a cheapo bike from Target and I don't know much about bikes, but I don't think you will need to buy anything extra. This stand came with a piece that when I read the directions, it mentioned something about using it with quick release...which my bike doesn't have. I did not need to use the device because was able to just sit the bike on the trainer. Hope this helps....
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Not an answer but further question: Does this work with quick release (QR) skewers as most new bikes have, including mine? Would I need a longer QR skewer to make it fit? Is the holding nut closed circular or open ended that you can slip onto QR skewer then tighten?
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Hi,I'd go to Blackburn's website to get the most accurate information. Also, I had to convert to a quick release on my rear wheel (for me it was easier than I thought).
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there is not a quick release. you must use a tool to unfasten the bolt. Not hard but does require some work rather than just the click of a lever or button. Still, this makes you know it isn't going anywhere when riding. Very secure.
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The bike skewer on the ForkLift works just like the skewer on your quick release wheel - use the thumb screw to get it close then 'cam' down the lever - be careful not to over tighten!
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Hello,The bike I am using does not have quick release and I did not have to worry about this issue, but I believe the trainer comes with extra plastic adapters to use with your stock skewer. Sorry I can not be more direct, but I believe the description states the mounting system will take either quick release or bolt on rear wheels.
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It doesn't have a 'quick release', but the attaching mechanism has to have a key type wrench to mount it. I feel itd be hard to steel off your bike. hope this helps.
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Its not unusual for a bike with a quick release tire to not fit in the trainers. Mine didn't either, but my sons bike did. It's an easy fix though. The skewer ( the nut and rod that hold the tire onto the bike), needs to be replaced for one that fits both your bike and the trainer. When I first heard I had to do that, I was really disappointed, thinking it was going to be a harder job then I could handle. But if you youtube "how to change a rear skewer", you'll find it its a really simple job. I ordered a new skewer from Amazon. The one I ordered is called CycleOps Trainer Skewer. Although I have read that others were able to go to a bike store to buy one. It took me about a minute to switch the skewers.