tires- debating between front tires. which one do you prefer, and why.

Amanda · #1 10-04-2009, 06:25 PM

From left to right, tires 1, 2, and 3.
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which do you like best and why?

Bikeguy Joe · #2 10-04-2009, 06:43 PM

No.2 if you have to use one of the three. Why? Because you will be riding on pavement 99% of the time, no?

Amanda · #3 10-04-2009, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Bikeguy Joe

No.2 if you have to use one of the three. Why? Because you will be riding on pavement 99% of the time, no?

I don't care much about speed. I want stability. I will be riding on pavement, in the bike lane, on gravel, and sometimes on a little grass.

Amanda · #4 10-04-2009, 06:54 PM

thank you bikeguy.

Bikeguy Joe · #5 10-04-2009, 06:58 PM

I'd still go for No. 2.

Bikeguy Joe · #6 10-04-2009, 06:59 PM

Yes, the side lugs bother me on No. 1 for turning on pavement....I have run the "No. 3 " tire and it's just plain bad.

Easy Rider · #7 10-04-2009, 11:42 PM

I like #2 because the center strip will help reduce the vibration on the bars when you're cruising the streets.

**BarelyAWake** · #8 10-05-2009, 04:52 AM

#2 is defo a winner, smooth center for speed/efficiency/wear/less vibration but still has some bite for other than pavement.

Mine's a touch more aggressive, but I do a lot of trails. The interlocking centerband makes a world of difference on pavement!

bandito · #9 10-05-2009, 11:48 AM

No2, Amanda remember riding on grass is like riding on an oil slick and you can be on your butt really quick if your not careful. No2 tire is more of a all purpose tire and gives you the best tread for different surfaces in my opinion.

marioaz · #10 10-13-2009, 12:07 AM

#2 looks like the Kenda's on one of my bikes. Works great, is a smooth street ride and handles dirt roads also.