Classic & Vintage - Centurion LeMans...can it fit cross tires?

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trashion
05-23-09, 07:21 PM
Living on a farm this summer, and I'd like to be able to get around on a bike (quite a few acres to traverse.)

Anyone know what the max size of 700c cyclocross tires I'd be able to fit on a '78 Centurion LeMans?

trashion
05-24-09, 07:19 AM
bump...I can't find my measuring tape, but I figured I'd ask. I saw in the archives someone had a similar model with 700x30 tires on it...I wonder if i could fit that.
trashion
05-24-09, 04:13 PM
No? :(

mstrpete
05-24-09, 10:13 PM
I should think you'd have no trouble up to 35 or 38 mm. My '85 has tons of room. I think the bigger concern may be whether the brakes will accommodate the 700s, but I think it's doable. I've toyed with the idea myself, but I need a new cassette for my set of 700s.