Tire size question
01-09-06, 11:57 PM
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Tire size question
I have a hybrid (Trek 7200) that needs new tires - the stock tires are 700x38. I was looking at a pair of WTB Slickasaurus tires, but they come only in 700x37c. Would the WTBs work? What's the difference?
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01-10-06, 12:15 AM
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Well, they're going to be 1mm thinner, which will turn the ride all bumpy and crappy...
But seriously, it won't make ANY difference. Go for it.
But seriously, it won't make ANY difference. Go for it.
01-10-06, 01:48 AM
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Originally Posted by ivan_yulaev
Well, they're going to be 1mm thinner, which will turn the ride all bumpy and crappy...
01-10-06, 01:51 AM
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btw - read this https://www.sheldonbrown.com/tire_sizing.html
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Originally Posted by Nubie
I have a hybrid (Trek 7200) that needs new tires - the stock tires are 700x38. I was looking at a pair of WTB Slickasaurus tires, but they come only in 700x37c. Would the WTBs work? What's the difference?
Thanks!
Thanks!
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01-10-06, 05:38 AM
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In practice, hybrid rims can accept most tyres from 28-40mm.
The narrower ones are lighter and accept higher pressure so are faster and more efficient. Fatter ones absorb more shock so are useful on rough roads and tracks.
You may want to consider fitting narrower tyres for normal road riding esp since you have suspension to provide comfort.
The narrower ones are lighter and accept higher pressure so are faster and more efficient. Fatter ones absorb more shock so are useful on rough roads and tracks.
You may want to consider fitting narrower tyres for normal road riding esp since you have suspension to provide comfort.
