Originally Posted by
ssindosk8rss
I did some searching around but couldn't really find anything on these tires. I'm planning on buying some Panaracer Paselas for my Madison but I remember reading somewhere that white 700x23 Vittoria's were noticeably thinner than the 700x25s or something like that. Does it matter what i put on my bike? What i really want is durability. I rarely but do skid when i ride so i wouldn't want these tires to wear out of me in a week...
ssindosk8rss,
If durability is your sole criteria for tire width then purchase whatever size you want as there will simply be no increase/decrease due strictly to tire patch contact width. That said, you'll be more comfortable on 25's or 28's. Some folks dig the bone rattling effect of 23c tires. All personal preference. You've made your tire choice and now you know that the width of that tire has no direct correlation to longevity.