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Old 01-07-11 | 05:26 PM
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The Craigster
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From: Athens, GA

Bikes: Maruishi Roadace, Trek 800

Classic-looking gum(skin?)walls??

Hey guys, I'm in need of a new pair of tires for my Maruishi. I've searched the forum and the rest of the internet for recommendations, and have come to the conclusion that I'm still lost.

Was reading on here that some newer tires branded 700 X 25c seem more like 32s than 25s. I'd like to keep the same size tires as I have now. Seeing as the tires were original to the bike when it was made in the late 80's, does anyone have any ideas on any good looking gum walls that stay true to size? My originals are Roadlite 100's 700X25c. The roadlites are pretty devoid of any color save black and brown, and I would really like to find another pair of tires without colorful badging/branding. Any help is appreciated - also, if you have any suggestions about other tires (non-gumwalled) I'm open to those as well. I seem to remember seeing a pair of tires with ivory sidewalls that I thought may be interesting, but can't seem to find them anywhere at the moment.


Here's a picture of her if it helps to get a grasp of tire size/style:




Muchas gracias!
Craig
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