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Tyre question

  • 16-06-2014 8:47pm
    #1
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,807 ✭✭✭✭


    So decided to go out for a quick 20k to sort out the legs after the weekend's exertions and 10k in got another bloody puncture - third in 3 days. So this time I took out the tube and found the hole and matched it up to a small hole in the tyre. Cue new tyres.

    I have a set of Gatorskins 700x28C in the shed for my hybrid (currently have Bontrager 32s on that bike which I'm very happy with). Will the 28s go on the road bike does anyone know? It's a Kellys Arc 1.9 if that helps. Current tyres are 23s.


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,038 ✭✭✭✭Wishbone Ash


    What's the clearance like with the 23's? If it fairly tight, the 28's will probably be too wide. You've nothing to lose by trying them (may need new tubes if your current one's are 18-25).


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 12,807 ✭✭✭✭Orion


    The 23 actually goes on by hand - don't need the levers to put it back on. I have some spare tubes the right size - 1 each of 18-28, 25-32 and 28-38. Sure I'll give it a try. Is that the main criteria - that they actually go on?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,038 ✭✭✭✭Wishbone Ash


    I meant clearance in relation to the frame/forks. It's irrelevant that they fit on the wheel if they won't clear the frame.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 12,807 ✭✭✭✭Orion


    Ah I misunderstood. Just had a look - there's a bit of space - should be ok. Like you said nothing to lose by trying it. I'll stick them on tomorrow and see how I get on. Thanks.


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