Any big guys on Cross bikes?
05-14-08, 06:27 AM
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Any big guys on Cross bikes?
I am looking to buy a Cross bike, first to ride, then maybe compete. I am currently a Clyde in the 275 pound area and was wondering if any of you at this size ride and more specifically if you have any problems with tire pressure. I have been trying out a bike, and making sure to keep the tires fully inflated, but I can't help but think that the rear tire looks a little low at times. Any thoughts or input. I don't want to necessarily be stuck with thicker tires as I ride a lot on streets, with only some paths.
05-14-08, 06:29 AM
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I ride a Bianchi Axis... awesome bike... weigh 225... solid, responsive, very sturdy
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answered you over in the cross section...
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What tires and what pressure are you running?
I think the stock cyclocross tires that came on my Jake had some ridiculous max pressure rating of something like 55psi. At 220-230, I ended up running 75psi offroad and 85 on. I'm running 35c panaracer passelas right now at 90psi, and at 205lbs, they look much better. I may actually go down to 80psi with them.
I think the stock cyclocross tires that came on my Jake had some ridiculous max pressure rating of something like 55psi. At 220-230, I ended up running 75psi offroad and 85 on. I'm running 35c panaracer passelas right now at 90psi, and at 205lbs, they look much better. I may actually go down to 80psi with them.
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Thanks for the info.
Tire pressure seems to be my problem I guess. I have Ritchey Speedmax tires 700x32, and I am having trouble telling what the pressure is. I am new to the type of valves on these tires, and the new pump I bought for them is giving me trouble. I feel like I can't get air into them, but if the pressure gauge on the pump is right I've got them at 140 psi which can't possibly be correct.
Tire pressure seems to be my problem I guess. I have Ritchey Speedmax tires 700x32, and I am having trouble telling what the pressure is. I am new to the type of valves on these tires, and the new pump I bought for them is giving me trouble. I feel like I can't get air into them, but if the pressure gauge on the pump is right I've got them at 140 psi which can't possibly be correct.
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I am riding a Specialized Tri-Cross at about 240 lbs. No problems at all. I have not even managed to bust a spoke yet, and I hit curbs all the time. I run the tire pressure at max listed on the wall, but I can not remember off hand what that max is. In the 85-90 PSI range I think.
05-14-08, 07:53 AM
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I'm 6'5, 315 on a Kona Jake with 25cm road tires I run at 110psi. It's held up great so far!
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235 - 240 pounds
Surly Cross-Check
stock wheels
28mm Ultra Gatorskins @ 110psi
Surly Cross-Check
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28mm Ultra Gatorskins @ 110psi
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215 on a Jake the Snake, running Conti Gatorskins @ 100-105psi. No problems here.
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I'm running 700x28 Conti Gatorskins @ 115 rear and 110 front . I weigh 245
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I have a custom cross frame (second hand)
I run Mavic CXP-33 wheels
Run several different tires
for road a Panaracer 737 (700x37) at about 90psi, heavy but great for paved/gravel - very durable
Ritchey cross max 30s at 60-80 psi off road, gravel roads
Panaracer Cinder 35s at <40 for racing cross depending on conditions
I weigh 245, and the back tire on every bike I ride looks a little flat
I run Mavic CXP-33 wheels
Run several different tires
for road a Panaracer 737 (700x37) at about 90psi, heavy but great for paved/gravel - very durable
Ritchey cross max 30s at 60-80 psi off road, gravel roads
Panaracer Cinder 35s at <40 for racing cross depending on conditions
I weigh 245, and the back tire on every bike I ride looks a little flat
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If anything, it's certainly a stellar endorsement for the durability of the Redline Conquest.
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6'2" 300lbs, Commute 30 miles a day on my Lemond Poprad Disc. No problems, not even with the low spoke count wheels. I run 700x32 Bontrager hardcase tires at 80psi.
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+1 I have the same bike and also weigh about 225. Room for big tires, rack and fender attachments. I put 32c road tires on it in place of the knobbies. The gearing is great for the hills here in CO. The wheels don't have a lot of spokes (20/24 I think) is my only concern, but after 1500 miles no problems at all.
