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Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
Recalled April 22, 2008 · CPSC recall 08559 · Nashbar Direct
Description
The recalled trainers are folding stands that lift and apply resistance to the rear wheel of a standard bike, converting the bike into a stationary trainer. The recall includes Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers (catalog # NB-TTMIF) with a looping black base with two red support arms. "Travel Trac" is printed in white on the right support arm and "Millennium" is printed in white on the left arm. "Inertial" is printed on the top of the right arm in black with a white border. The resistance unit has a rounded black plastic cover with a soft red elastomer roller. The item number is also printed on the bottom of the last page of the owner's manual.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycle trainers and contact Nashbar to receive a free repair or refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Nashbar at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.nashbar.com or by e-mail at [email protected]
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →