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10-15-16 | 05:37 PM

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Bill Kapaun

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Bikes: 87 RockHopper,2008 Specialized Globe. Both upgraded to 9 speeds. 2019 Giant Explore E+3

Back in my bike flipping days, I've seen rims marked 1.5 that was wider than one marked 1.75.
Either would be totally fine for a 1.25" tire.

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