Originally Posted by
Mobile 155
A good number of us use folding tires rather than wire beads. If you want they can be carried in a back jersey pocket. They tend to last as long as a wire bead but they do cost a few bucks more. I only get wire beads if they don't have the tire I want in a folding kevlar.
Thanks for answering this question. I have not purchased a folding tire yet, but I am obviously in the market for new tires. My cycling prowess is still in its early childhood, but I do realize the value of insight the members on this forum are so kind to share. Thanks Again!