On Tuesday, August 28, 2012 12:58:53 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > 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. > Yes, the old Michelin Supercompe HD - those were GREAT TIRES! I don't know what it was about those tires, may be they actually measured 25mm, but they rode great and were very comfortable. I use to pump them up to 110psi and really enjoyed them. I wouldn't buy anything else. When they were discontinued, I migrated to Avocet Fasgrip 700x28 - which was basically a mislableled 24/25mm wide tire. I've been using 25s every since. I still favor the Michelin and have both the recently discontinued Pro3s and the Lithion. I like the latter as its cheap, true to size and very durable. Further, I don't feel any difference from the more expensive Pro3s. <Although, if you really want to experience some serious hammering, inflate your 25s up to 120 and go ride a rough road.> No thanks! I'm into comfort with my 25s @ 80psi. Good Luck!
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