Originally Posted by
Spoonrobot
It seems like many more US pros/privateers are onto wider tires this year. Last year 4 of the top 10 men were on MTB tires, I'd expect that to double or more this year just looking at social media.
The women seem a little less convinced seeing more 47-50mm options. Same or the XL, which seems a little backwards but we'll see I suppose. Last year's XL winner Sebastian Breuer looks to be choosing 50/45 front/rear.
Weather would change things but for now I think this is a big tire year. Apparently the course was generally rougher than last year but now with all the vehicular course recon some parts are smoother and some parts are much rougher.
I know you’re happy to see that your favorite Canadian is still running Tufo Thundero 48s. Maybe this weekend’s Gravel Locos race in Texas will change his mind for Unbound. Maybe not.
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