When riding yesterday (today it was sea kayaking) it struck me that width as the only discussion point is an over simplifictiona


Supple tires in also part of the discussion 32mm gator skins are not going to be more comfortable or faster than 28 mm high end tire with supple sidewalls

High end tires are part of the deal also, meaning expensive

Tubeless ready tires with tubes will not ride as nicely as the same non tubeless ready tire as sidewalls in tubeless ready are not as supple

Type of tube or tubeless makes a difference

Inflation needs to be correct for tire size and total weight of bike, accessories and rider