Convert Mtb to hybrid?

Moonbiker
Moonbiker Posts: 1,706
edited November 2017 in MTB workshop & tech
Will a 27.5 x 1.5 inch tyres fit on most mtb 25.7 rims or would they be to narrow for the internal rim width?


https://www.evanscycles.com/panaracer-g ... gKbr_D_BwE

Can't find info on the max rim width for this tyre?

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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    A 1.5" tyre can be used on an upto 30mm rim without any issue at all, no XC bike will have a rim wider than that. It will probably go to a 35mm rim at a push, but that's into 27.5+ territory.
    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.
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    I prefer fatter tyres to commute anyway. More comfy. 1.75 or even 1.95.
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  • Moonbiker
    Moonbiker Posts: 1,706
    Thanks Rookie.
    I prefer fatter tyres to commute anyway. More comfy. 1.75 or even 1.95.

    What tyres do you have?
  • cooldad
    cooldad Posts: 32,599
    These were my favourites as I did quite a bit off road on my previous commute, but haven't been able to find them locally for years. I have some Contis now but can't remember the model. I just prefer a bit of air and cush rather than rock hard skinny tyres, and I'm generally not in a major rush.

    http://mon.jensonusa.com/Duro-Sierra-Road-Tire
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