Originally Posted by
xtrajack
I would almost rather carry 90lbs., on my Xtracycle, than ride with the studded tires. They are a godsend on icy roads though.
I agree with the pedaling through mud thing, nice accurate description, of what it feels like riding with studded tires.
This is only my second year with studs and last year it was new and novel. Holy crap what a slog this morning. I'm focusing on spring and remembering what it was like switching back to regular tires!