Hello,
my 1st generation Evo will take no more than a 27mm wide tire in the back.
Currently I run SRAM S30 Race wheels with 15mm inner width and Conti 4000s II 25mm (real width ~26mm).
Assuming I changed to HED Ardennes+ with 20,5mm inner width and Conti 4000s II 23mm, would that improve ride quality? Could the tire pressure really be reduced by 1 bar (15psi) as some claim? Or will the next pothole just cause a flat?
Wider is better? 23mm tire on 21c rim vs. 25mm tire on 15c rim
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You'll improve ride quality most by using a different tire.
GP4K excel in many areas, but ride quality definitely isn't among them.
GP4K excel in many areas, but ride quality definitely isn't among them.
Something with a glued on tread like these?
https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/compo ... yuse-pass/
But how puncture proof are they...?
https://www.compasscycle.com/shop/compo ... yuse-pass/
But how puncture proof are they...?
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Other options can include turbo Pro (not sworks) or Vittoria G+. I've never had a problem with GP4000s tho, yes cottons on lightweight tubes feel nicer but are also a hell of a lot more fragile.
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I'm 195 lbs and ride on 25mm GP4000s on Kinlin XC279 rims at 85/90 psi-the ride quality and curve grip is incredible
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I'm 175lbs and I run my 25mm GP 4 seasons at 75/85psi front/rear on Ardennes+ rims.
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