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Old 01-11-12, 07:40 PM
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I downsized my 27" wheels to 700c primarily to be able to fit wider tires. I was able to go from a 27 x 1 1/4 to a 700c x 35. My brakes barely reach, but I also have more fender clearance. I was changing hubs, otherwise I would have stuck with 27".

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