tyres what's the difference

streetvw
streetvw Posts: 164
edited June 2013 in MTB beginners
OK looking to get some new tyres for my bike and was wondering what the difference is between dual ply and folding (I'm guessing wired means they are wire re-enforced?)

cheers
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  • bartimaeus
    bartimaeus Posts: 1,812
    dual ply or single ply... dual is tougher but heavier

    wired or folding... yes that's the bead - I'd always get folding as they are lighter... and folding tyres will almost always come in better quality rubber compounds for better grip
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  • streetvw
    streetvw Posts: 164
    Thanks Bartimaeus that clears that up
    2011 Canyon Nerve XC7 viewtopic.php?t=12765275
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,814
    Not sure about 'almost always' often perhaps is better.

    Dual ply is serious downhill work only, much tougher but much heavier as well, neither of your bikes wants a 2-ply.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.

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