Which tyre for tarmac

tomb08uk
tomb08uk Posts: 47
edited April 2009 in Commuting chat
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  • tomb08uk
    tomb08uk Posts: 47
    http://www.evanscycles.com/products/con ... e-ec005877

    Or would I be better trying to find 26 x 1.75 slicks?
  • roger_merriman
    roger_merriman Posts: 6,165
    tread reduces traction, and slows the tires down all else being equal, maybe try the fatboys? the marthon tires are tough and can cope with park paths type off road as well, but rather depends as ever what one values.
  • tomb08uk
    tomb08uk Posts: 47
    Thanks for the response.

    I have looked at the Fat Boys and they look okay.

    Has anyone got these tyres?

    The roads I ride on are tarmac, but not the smoothest of roads. Will these tyres be okay with occasional rough surfaces?
  • roger_merriman
    roger_merriman Posts: 6,165
    thiner higher pressure tires will give a more jarring ride but the tires will be fine, i've not used fat boys but they seem to have a good reputaion.
  • tomb08uk
    tomb08uk Posts: 47
    I assume as I am 16 stone I would be best not to pressure these up to their full limit?
  • roger_merriman
    roger_merriman Posts: 6,165
    no you'll be fine, while it's true that a lot of racers are very light, most club riders on 23mm or less are your average ie a fair few over your weight.

    ie don't worry.
  • tomb08uk
    tomb08uk Posts: 47
    Will the Specialised Fat Boy slicks be okay with these tubes:

    http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=18901

    Cheers
  • roger_merriman
    roger_merriman Posts: 6,165
    yes fine.
  • tomb08uk
    tomb08uk Posts: 47
    Roger,

    You have been a great help!

    Thanks and keep safe!

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