Originally Posted by
KerryIrons
Lots of people (like SMD4) think that the feeling of harsher tires is faster. The Pro Peleton and all their mechanics thought this for decades until the research proved them wrong. When you wear out these 23mm tires, try 25mm if they will fit. Every bit wider helps with improved comfort and traction, longer tire wear, and no penalty in rolling resistance. The data don't lie.
Yup. 32s are even faster. The harsh jarring of those thin tires slows you down more than you think.