Originally Posted by
LeeG
I don't get the utility of 25mm tires for heavy people who are not racers. When I weighed 145lbs (32yrs ago) 22mm sewups and 23-25mm wired ons were common. I commuted and toured on 28mm tires. For general road riding I don't see the reward in small high pressure tires for heavy loads except decreased rim life.
I got over skinny tires years ago. At 165 I ride 35's on my hybrid touring bike. I'm not in a race with anyone but there is more speed there than some might think. Comfort as well. (yeah, I'm a little older and hopefully wiser now)