Wider tires on Dahon Eco3 ?
04-30-09 | 09:35 PM
#1
Thread Starter
Rookie
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
From: Northern Mn
Bikes: Dahon Eco D7
Wider tires on Dahon Eco3 ?
Will a wider tire than stock (1.5") fit on an Eco3? I don't care about speed, I'm looking for a more comfortable ride. I will assume that I will have to remove the fenders to do so.
What will work better for just putzing around, a 1.75 or 2.0?
Any input will be helpfull.
What will work better for just putzing around, a 1.75 or 2.0?
Any input will be helpfull.
12-08-20 | 08:46 AM
#2
Junior Member
Joined: Dec 2020
Posts: 16
Likes: 5
Will a wider tire than stock (1.5") fit on an Eco3? I don't care about speed, I'm looking for a more comfortable ride. I will assume that I will have to remove the fenders to do so.
What will work better for just putzing around, a 1.75 or 2.0?
Any input will be helpfull.
What will work better for just putzing around, a 1.75 or 2.0?
Any input will be helpfull.
12-08-20 | 07:42 PM
#3
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 2,761
Likes: 139
From: Paris, France
12-09-20 | 12:11 PM
#4
If you don't have something constructive to add please move along to another thread.
__________________
Carbon: Fuji SL2.1 Di2.......Aluminum: Cannondale Synapse 105........Steel: Vintage Specialized Sirrus
...
Carbon: Fuji SL2.1 Di2.......Aluminum: Cannondale Synapse 105........Steel: Vintage Specialized Sirrus
...
12-10-20 | 06:10 AM
#6
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2020
Posts: 76
Likes: 7
Bikes: 1986 Falcon Laser, 2004 Dahon, 2018 Moulton TSR
12-14-20 | 06:28 AM
#7
Junior Member
Joined: Dec 2020
Posts: 16
Likes: 5
My idea is to use the bike in parks like the photos above (sorry I dont know how to make image smaller) So for the moment (hope this will increase) maybe 30 kilometers per month (or less). I dont know if in this places is important to have puncture resistance, however I bought a puncture repair kit. Some times front wheel feels not very stable when I pass through loosy sand or leaves. There are also some little hills that would be good to have a good grip. Now I have Kenda West 1,50. And I donīt like it that much.. Gravel is not very comfortable... I weigh 85 kilos (187 pounds). I also would prefer low price..
Thanks for your help.
12-14-20 | 09:15 AM
#8
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2020
Posts: 76
Likes: 7
Bikes: 1986 Falcon Laser, 2004 Dahon, 2018 Moulton TSR
Looks like a good place to go cycling, away from traffic. There are a hundred different tyre options that would work although everything is a compromise. From the advert for a new bike above you could likely fit a 1.75" wide tyre (assuming no problems with fenders/mudguards). This doesnt sound like much difference but is noticeable over a 1.5" tyre.
On my bikes I use Schwalbe Marathon tyres mainly. I used a set of 1.75" Marathon Plus for a number of years while touring and on tracks similar to above, and really appreciated them as an all round tyre. The larger volume (previously on 1.5") gave a slightly softer ride, and the grip seemed to improve after a few uses. They have some tread, and with the wider footprint seemed to cope with off road quite well. The downsides are weight and a sluggish feel compared to lightweight slicks, but on the other hand I hate repairing punctures by the side of the road (and I never had to).
There always seems to be a deal on for these tyres on one of the online retailers.
On my bikes I use Schwalbe Marathon tyres mainly. I used a set of 1.75" Marathon Plus for a number of years while touring and on tracks similar to above, and really appreciated them as an all round tyre. The larger volume (previously on 1.5") gave a slightly softer ride, and the grip seemed to improve after a few uses. They have some tread, and with the wider footprint seemed to cope with off road quite well. The downsides are weight and a sluggish feel compared to lightweight slicks, but on the other hand I hate repairing punctures by the side of the road (and I never had to).
There always seems to be a deal on for these tyres on one of the online retailers.
12-21-20 | 04:07 AM
#9
Junior Member
Joined: Dec 2020
Posts: 16
Likes: 5
Looks like a good place to go cycling, away from traffic. There are a hundred different tyre options that would work although everything is a compromise. From the advert for a new bike above you could likely fit a 1.75" wide tyre (assuming no problems with fenders/mudguards). This doesnt sound like much difference but is noticeable over a 1.5" tyre.
On my bikes I use Schwalbe Marathon tyres mainly. I used a set of 1.75" Marathon Plus for a number of years while touring and on tracks similar to above, and really appreciated them as an all round tyre. The larger volume (previously on 1.5") gave a slightly softer ride, and the grip seemed to improve after a few uses. They have some tread, and with the wider footprint seemed to cope with off road quite well. The downsides are weight and a sluggish feel compared to lightweight slicks, but on the other hand I hate repairing punctures by the side of the road (and I never had to).
There always seems to be a deal on for these tyres on one of the online retailers.
On my bikes I use Schwalbe Marathon tyres mainly. I used a set of 1.75" Marathon Plus for a number of years while touring and on tracks similar to above, and really appreciated them as an all round tyre. The larger volume (previously on 1.5") gave a slightly softer ride, and the grip seemed to improve after a few uses. They have some tread, and with the wider footprint seemed to cope with off road quite well. The downsides are weight and a sluggish feel compared to lightweight slicks, but on the other hand I hate repairing punctures by the side of the road (and I never had to).
There always seems to be a deal on for these tyres on one of the online retailers.
Fran
