On Tue, 2012-08-28 at 11:45 -0700, Brewster Fong wrote: > > Agree, I know guys who are in the 140-200+lb range that use 700x23 @ > 120psi. I'm thinking they're feeling every crack, bump and divot on > the road! Further, they got to be bouncing up and down with that much > psi. Still, they "love it," as they think they're jamming up and down > the road just like the pros! Funny thing is I'm either with them or > right behind them with my 25s @ 80psi....and btw, I'm riding very > comfortably too!
I won't argue that a 23mm tire at 120 psi is superior to a 25mm at 80 or 80. That would be silly. However, I did use Michelin 23mm tires @ 120 psi, weighing 200 lb, for at least 10 years on my Ti Spectrum. I started with the Supercomp HD and stayed with the top line tire as it changed names over the years. They were quite comfortable, and no bouncing up and down. That only happens when you use high pressure and are light weight. With 0.1 tons of road hugging weight pressing down mashing you to the road, especially on a supple tire, you do retain good contact with the pavement. Of course, that Spectrum /is/ titanium, and it is a very flexible frame. Although, if you really want to experience some serious hammering, inflate your 25s up to 120 and go ride a rough road. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
