Tyre size options

[Fraz101]

Ok so I’ve decided I would like to try a set of 28mm road tyres with decent puncture protection.

I’ve put a wtb post up as don’t want to spend a lot.


If I’m unsuccessful with that what would you all recommend as a decent budget road tyre.

[Fraz101]

I presume the standard wheels will accept various tyre sizes?

Yes. measure the width of the rim, and then use one of the compatibility tables:

Sheldon Brown:
https://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html#width

Schwalbe:
https://www.schwalbe.com/files/schwalbe ... 020_EN.pdf

Jonathan

I’ve looked at the wheels and there are no markings on them. Would I need to remove the tyre and measure width at bead?

The current tyres marked as 40-622

[Jdsk]

I presume the standard wheels will accept various tyre sizes?

Yes. measure the width of the rim, and then use one of the compatibility tables:

Sheldon Brown:
https://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html#width

Schwalbe:
https://www.schwalbe.com/files/schwalbe ... 020_EN.pdf

I’ve looked at the wheels and there are no markings on them. Would I need to remove the tyre and measure width at bead?

Yes, the method is in the same Sheldon Brown page.

Jonathan

PS: If you have rim brakes it's also sensible to measure the rim thickness while you're in there.

[Jamesh]

Ok so I’ve decided I would like to try a set of 28mm road tyres with decent puncture protection.

I’ve put a wtb post up as don’t want to spend a lot.


If I’m unsuccessful with that what would you all recommend as a decent budget road tyre.

I use wiggle lifeline armoured, not had a puncture yet...

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/lifeline-prime ... -road-tyre
There is also a lighter race version and a cheaper basic version.

If your really tight

Zaffiros

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/vittoria-zaffi ... -road-tyre


Cheers James

[LollyKat]

Panracer Paselas are very nice to ride on but the sidewalls are a bit fragile. I switched to Ribmos and am very pleased with the ride and their durability.

[Fraz101]

Removed tyre and measured inner rim width (19mm) so should be good with 28mm tyres.

The current tubes are 35-43mm so will need new tube also. What differences will I experience between a 28 and 32mm tyre?

Also how would these rate for me?

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/vittoria-zaffi ... -road-tyre


I’m a newbie road cyclist and not covering loads of miles 15-20miles per outing currently.

[Manc33]

Years ago when I was using Marathon Plus at 25mm wide, I looked up rolling resistance and found (at least for this tyre) the 1.35" (34mm) version didn't have much of a difference in rolling resistance than the 25mm one. I swapped immediately to the 34mm one. These days I've gone even wider, to 1.75" @ 60 PSI.

[Jamesh]

Removed tyre and measured inner rim width (19mm) so should be good with 28mm tyres.

The current tubes are 35-43mm so will need new tube also. What differences will I experience between a 28 and 32mm tyre?

Also how would these rate for me?

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/vittoria-zaffi ... -road-tyre


I’m a newbie road cyclist and not covering loads of miles 15-20miles per outing currently.

Cheap as chips.

Nothing special but not bad esp considering they are lighter folding tyres. Not particularly picture proof of you live in a high picture area? I brought a conti supersport non folding for £20 whilst in holiday heavy and wooden! .

Cheers James

[Fraz101]

Received new tyres and tubes.

A task and a half for me to fit, so tight to get on.

Anyhow I inflated to 6bar and ventured out.

Initial thoughts, they are surprisingly smooth and roll much better than previous tyres,don’t feel too harsh at all considering the size difference from originals

Thanks for all replies.

[Jdsk]

Received new tyres and tubes.

A task and a half for me to fit, so tight to get on.

Anyhow I inflated to 6bar and ventured out.

Initial thoughts, they are surprisingly smooth and roll much better than previous tyres,don’t feel too harsh at all considering the size difference from originals

Thanks for the update. What did you fit, please?

Jonathan

[Fraz101]

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/vittoria-zaffi ... -road-tyre

It’s a boardman adv 8.8 that had schwalbe g one all round 40mm fitted. I fitted the above 28mm variant

[Jdsk]

"Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Training Folding Clincher Road Tyre"

Thanks

Jonathan