Re: [RBW] Query Concerning Rim Width and Tire Size

2010-05-06 Thread Ken Freeman
The important numberfor the rim is the inner width, the spacing between the inner edges of both bead hooks. To measure it the tire must be off. Typically a tire shouldn't be less than maybe 8 mm wider than this number or more than maybe 20 mm wider - I don't know the precise numbers. But it's de

[RBW] Query Concerning Rim Width and Tire Size

2010-05-06 Thread GeorgeS
I am very foggy on the relationship between rim and tire size. My Atlantis came with Velocity Cliff Hanger rims which are approximately 28mm wide. The tires are Big Apples. I want to put some narrower tires, perhaps Marathon Racers, on the wheels for a road trip this summer. I gather I cannot g