Originally Posted by
LeeG
32-35mm
there is absolutely no benefit to a narrow tire for touring at that weight. When I did light touring as a light rider my total weight bike/rider/gear was 190lbs on 28mm tires. That felt fine but when I upped the weight I put a 32mm tire on the rear which I appreciated riding on dirt gravely roads. Riding comfort will be significantly better with 32-35mm tires at that weight. Tire type can make as much of a difference as size.
I have only ever ridden on 26 X 1.75(unloaded) and 622 X 35 before(unloaded). Is it a noticeable comfort gap between 32 and 35?
Last edited by azza_333; 02-14-15 at 03:16 AM.
Reason: correction