Bicycle Mechanics - Can I change 2.1" tire to 1.5" tire on ATB?

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TELFORD
10-18-01, 07:27 PM
I have 1993 Diamond Topanga which I think has
2.1 inch tire. How can I know if it will take 1.5 inch Specialized
Nimbus? (Trying to make it easier for long road touring on it)

Thank you.

*WildHare*
10-18-01, 07:39 PM
Should work just fine. I have a set of 1.25 wildgrippers on one of my wheelsets.
pat5319
10-19-01, 09:01 AM
Sure, if you have a very wide rim the tire may not be as round as it could/should be. I doubt if you'll have any problems though.
Ride Smooth
Pat

Steele-Bike
10-19-01, 06:17 PM
A couple of years ago I changed my MTB tires from 1.95 to 1.5. Not a problem at all.