tire size help
 

my cousin has 700x35mm tires on his bike now and would like to go to a smaller tire. his rims are on the wider size, so 23mm is out but whats a good size for him? ....25mm.....28mm.....?

I've run tires from 21mm to 41mm on at least two sets of rims with no trouble at all. Can't remember the rim widths, but one was narrow and one was way wide.
I don't recommend 23mm tires for anybody over about 140 pounds, but he could certainly use 28s.

210 lbs with 700 X 20 tires

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I have been very satisfied with tires in the 28-32mm range. They should fit with no problem, offer low rolling resistance yet retain decent shock absorption properties.

thanks for the replies, I'll let him know.

Vittoria Rubino Pro 700x28 is an affordable, decent performing, very durable tire. It will be a lot faster than your average 35mm cross or hybrid tire.

Why?

Yeah. Why?

I'm 150-155 and have had no problems with 23s, 22s or 21s. That said 25ish is my favorite tire width.

What's the make/model of the rim? Many will handle 25mm tires. Lately I've been going with Panaracer Stradius Sport in the 26mm width for bargain tires. Work fine on some kinda wide touring rims I have.

shut the Front door.

It's the new fad.