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I decided to upgrade the tires to get more speed. Purchased a pair of Kenda Kwest K193 20x1.5 High Pressure to replace the 'regular' Kendas. Going from 65 psi to 100 psi.
But had a problem taking off the old tires, (didn't have a problem last year when first purchased the bike). When people wrote of difficulties I thought it was just them, now I know. Maybe the year aged them on. Both of them were a real struggle, incredibly difficult. If I would have known, I never would have bought new ones. That bad. I broke THREE levers and pinched both tubes.
Just ordered a pack of four tubes ($17.99, free shipping) and metal levers.
Followup to follow.
Advice always appreciated,
Mirfi