Hybrid Bicycles - Tire Size Difference?

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JJ_Miami
04-23-12, 02:17 PM
Alright I still haven't gotten the bike. On my earlier thread you guys only added to my confusion as far as brands but it is a learning process and I thank you. I know I will be getting a hybrid and trying to stay under $700. Looking for speed even though I will mostly be doing city riding in beautiful Miami (without bike paths).

So, do tires make that much of a difference (and yes I know size matters), but to what extent?

ChowChow
04-23-12, 02:52 PM
Alright I still haven't gotten the bike. On my earlier thread you guys only added to my confusion as far as brands but it is a learning process and I thank you. I know I will be getting a hybrid and trying to stay under $700. Looking for speed even though I will mostly be doing city riding in beautiful Miami (without bike paths).

So, do tires make that much of a difference (and yes I know size matters), but to what extent?

Very simple. Thinner tires=lighter, more speed and faster uphill climbing. Fatter tires=slower, but more comfort.
SlimRider
04-23-12, 03:02 PM
Have you decided upon frame material?.... Does frame material make a difference to you?

Seve
04-23-12, 04:10 PM
Alright I still haven't gotten the bike. On my earlier thread you guys only added to my confusion as far as brands but it is a learning process and I thank you. I know I will be getting a hybrid and trying to stay under $700. Looking for speed even though I will mostly be doing city riding in beautiful Miami (without bike paths).

So, do tires make that much of a difference (and yes I know size matters), but to what extent?
Have a read through here to see if it helps.
http://sheldonbrown.com/tires.html
JJ_Miami
04-24-12, 05:08 AM
Have you decided upon frame material?.... Does frame material make a difference to you?

I would like to get a light bike, so I was leaning towards a aluminum. I have read that carbon is lighter but also more expensive. I remember reading the steel is more comfortable but you have to worry about oxidation unless you dry it. I basically just want to ride...lazy that way.
JJ_Miami
04-24-12, 05:14 AM
Have a read through here to see if it helps.
http://sheldonbrown.com/tires.html

Wow...thanks that about covers anything and everything about tires.