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Which tyres for Roubaix 700x23/25c?

  • 20-04-2010 12:17AM
    #1
    Mr Yunioshi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21 ✭


    The tyres need replacing on my Roubaix Elite. The ones in place are the original Pro Roubaix 700x23/25c.

    What size tyre should I get to match the 23/25c part of that?

    I liked the tyres that are on it but are there better choices for Wicklow mountain roads?

    Many thanks.

    Andrew


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  • #2
    blorg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,995 ✭✭✭✭blorg


    The tyres would be either 23 or 25, not both. That is the tyre width. The tube could be both, tubes do a number of tyre sizes. I'd say probably get 700x25 unless you are racing. It makes little difference to speed (there is a slight aero penalty with the wider tyre) and it makes the ride more comfortable as you can run slightly lower pressures.


  • #3
    Mr Yunioshi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 21 ✭Mr Yunioshi


    Many thanks. Got a 25 today and it is more comfortable, which is nice when you're pothole-dodging around Glencree.


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