predat0r
09-21-08, 08:42 PM
So right now I am running the stock tires on my new Specialized Tricross SingleCross which are Specialized Houffalize Sport CX, 700x32c, wire bead, 60TPI. I am running them at 75psi which is probably too high because im about 155lbs. Today I was riding in golden gate park for the second time on some of the trails and ate it really bad on a sharp gravel turn tearing up my arm and bar tape then ate it a few more times on sand patches which were a little more forgiving.
I ordered a set of the Ritchey Speedmax Pro 700x32c because I herd they were good on hard pack but I am extreamly inexperienced in any off road riding so think I need something that might give me better stability. Would running a larger knobbier tire in front help like a 35c mud tire and 32c speedmax in the back? Also what psi would your reccomend?
Thanks for any advice.
I ordered a set of the Ritchey Speedmax Pro 700x32c because I herd they were good on hard pack but I am extreamly inexperienced in any off road riding so think I need something that might give me better stability. Would running a larger knobbier tire in front help like a 35c mud tire and 32c speedmax in the back? Also what psi would your reccomend?
Thanks for any advice.
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