Originally Posted by
bigvegan
I know there are a variety of tire sizes for various needs, but it just seemed a little odd to me that someone would introduce a new line of $50 fixie tires in 28mm, instead of the far more common 23mm-25mm size.
I'm guessing that the 23-25mm tire size would be 80+% of the fixed gear market, and of that remaining 20%, only a small percentage would be willing to pay $49.95 for a tire (despite the attractive color choices), so it seems like a pretty limited customer pool, hence my question about how many people actually use the 28mm tires.
I know it would be really easy for me to just ask them why they've chosen a specific size, but I'd rather guess first. Seeing as how they sponsor polo and trick events, the wider size makes more sense to me. And from what I've read here, most guys that commute, rather than racer wannabees, prefer the wider tire for comfort and flat protection over speed.
[edit] I sent them an email.