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Old 06-19-12, 03:21 PM
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old rim needs new tires

my coworker has a old specialized rockhopper with rim showing 26 x 150 HE. he's looking to put on some slicks for both light trail and road riding.

what's the narrowest tires he can put on this rim?
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26x1.25" will fit without issue.
I use these and have no problems with them.

https://www.biketiresdirect.com/produ...et-runner-tire
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