Mountain Biking - Different tires

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Ktz

08-24-07, 12:43 PM

Hi All,
Bought a new bike, and it has 2 different tires - is that normal? It feels kinda unstable when riding on sand, even without brakes applied, so was wondering if that might be the reason.
Thanks

never

08-24-07, 12:46 PM

Most of my bikes have two different tires.

Ktz

08-24-07, 12:48 PM

So I'm thinking - if a front tire has somewhat more grip/traction - would that add up to some instability when riding on sandy surfaces ?

BenLi

08-24-07, 01:54 PM

versus two equally gripless ones?

norco_rider77

08-24-07, 02:06 PM

do the tires have the same name or not? some tires have different tread patterns, so it looks like your tires are different, but they actualy match

Ktz

08-25-07, 11:19 AM

Yep, actually same model. So I guess this is normal :)

norco_rider77

08-25-07, 06:39 PM

yep, its just something some companies do, make tires so you have great acceleration grip in the back, and great grip on the sides of the front for superb steering. ride on, and enjoy your bike! :)