Mojoman Posted June 3, 2010 Share I am currently running a 2.1 crossmark on the back wheel, I was wondering if anyone is using a larger size tyre and if the bike handles a bit better. The bike shop told me that they only sell 2.1 tyres really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mecnic Posted June 3, 2010 Share Handling has got alot to do with the geometry of the bike itself and your actual set up EG: stem length ect. I'm not realy shure if a wider tyre will help, I'm on 2.00 Larsen TT at the moment and the handling is great. If you do decide to put a wider tyre in just check frame clearence as it may be an issue. as the tyre could rub on the chain stays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowta Posted June 3, 2010 Share If you can fit a bigger tyre in it will make a difference in the comfort you feel. I would say go for it, if your bike shop doesn't have or won't order some then try another bike shop. NB: Some brands of tyres are bigger than others. I would suggest the GEAX Saguarro 2.2 TNT, high volume, fast rolling, works well as a front and rear tyre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojoman Posted June 3, 2010 Share Sorry, I think I phrased this wrong, I am looking to add a bit of 'cushioning' and traction to the rear, I used to use the 2.0 Larsens and they are great and fast, now I would like to keep a Larsen up front and have something that rolls fast and is a bit wider on the rear, hence the Crossmark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weight Weenie Posted June 3, 2010 Share Just some advice on the TNT type tyres, the bead is really strong so make sure you can get it off your rim if you cut the tyre, or you are stranded. I had a Bontrager tubeless ready tyre and eventually had to use a screwdriver to get it off, and I just cut the other tyre off that was worn. Was on No tubes rims so maybe thats bead hook is the cause but just be aware Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbobok Posted June 3, 2010 Share I have an Avalanche, and played around with tyres a bit. The bike came standard with Nevegals (2.3 F, 2.1 R) which I was always very happy with, grip and comfort. However, a bad night race knee-deep in mud highlighted the lack of clearance between frame and rear tyre. I have since moved on to 2.1 Small Block 8 at the rear and a 2.1 Nevegal in the front, which I really like. I don't think you can fit a much larger rear tyre than a 2.1, though that depends on manufacturer. I know Conti's are usually significantly smaller than their size would have you believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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