Originally Posted by
Jughed
In the grand scheme of all things bike related -
Tires are cheap. If I have any doubts, I replace them.
My 5k medical deductible, 2k dental deductible + the cost of any broken bike parts - this makes an easy choice for me to replace the main contact point of the bike.
There is much to be said in favor of this position as well.
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera