Max tire width on a Trek Pilot frame?
07-19-13 | 05:04 PM
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Max tire width on a Trek Pilot frame?
Can anyone tell me the maximum width tire that can be used on a Trek Pilot 2.1?
I'd like to replace my frame with a frame that would allow for wider tires, fenders and a rear rack, and was wondering if the pilot would fit the bill.
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I'd like to replace my frame with a frame that would allow for wider tires, fenders and a rear rack, and was wondering if the pilot would fit the bill.
Thanks
07-19-13 | 05:34 PM
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Google search yielded a 2010 model on Bikepedia. That came with 700x25's. My guess, depending on how wide you actually want to go*, is play it safe and go with a CX or Touring frame.
*Some people think 28 is wide, while others think 32 is too skinny.
*Some people think 28 is wide, while others think 32 is too skinny.
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07-21-13 | 06:36 PM
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Thanks. 28 would probably work for most of my riding, but I'd love to try 32. May have to take a closer look at CX bikes.
