That would be great to have some definite results, Terry.
I'm sorting through my pile of salvage to find the best looking rims that seem stout, and now that I've slid out and hit the gravel once because of the Metro tires I'm going to look through the pile for some with a narrow center bearing section that have some sort of tread pattern to the shoulder of the tire.
I don't think I want to go less than a 195 width because I weigh 240.
HV, gosh... those pedalists in the tour are already in position for a tumble and roll, and they are going for the gold. Different story if you are going all out for recognition. and they DO have some spectacular crashes EVERY race!
When I learn a little more about these MABs I'll try to build a speed bike, like Augie did, using my little hedge trimmer for power and race it against a clock out on the back road near Pozo. If I can get 1 MPH per cc like Augie did, I'd consider that an accomplishment! ...and I shall use a 10speed tire on the front, with probably only 1 brake, too.
...sumthin' 2 do...
Best
rc