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12-08-15 | 03:10 PM

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Leebo

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Originally Posted by bikinglife

Thanks for the tips... it seems like studded tires are the way to go

Would you guys recommend using just front tire?

Or is it a must to have both studded?

any good recommendations for 26 inch ?

I use the Nokian mount and grounds in 26 x 1.95. They work well with decent tread. More PSI for good conditions, less for more ice and snow. Lower psi flattens out the tire for more contact. 2 tires only. I'm on my 5th season for these @ about $ 60.00 US per tire. They should last 5-10 seasons.

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