Originally Posted by solman

Hello All,
I wanted to replace the tires on my 1999 Bianchi Alfana. I am Currently running 700x22 tires and tubes( @ 95-100psi) which was the stock size. I bought the bike new back in 1999 and rode it for thousands of miles years ago, but I am now 62 years old and find the ride a bit harsh after not riding for the last many years.
I am looking for a better ride without inviting problems. I have measured the rim width at 13mm. Will the wider tire mount up ok and be reliable? I don't think I will have a problem fitting on the bike I have clearance on the bike and should be able to clear the rim brakes as well.
My tubes state 18-23mm on the box I guess I need to change them as well. I noticed that all the larger tubes 28-32 seem to have longer Presta valves, mine are 32 and threaded and work fine. The bigger tubes seem to run a smooth valve with no threads as well not sure why no threads on the valve stem

I have been riding for many years but am a novice when it comes to swapping out parts and sizing.
Thanks