Thread: 27 x 1 1/4 inch tire, is that the same as a 700c?
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Old 06-23-05 | 04:32 PM
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The two tire sizes you mentioned are completely different sizes and are not interchangeable. If you want to upgrade your bike to 700C, you will need wheels with 700C rims. Also check to make sure the brake pads on your Trek will reach the 700C rims. 700C's diameter is smaller than 27 x 1 1/4 inch.
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