Hi, I have two questions1. Would this tire compatible with Specialized 700x32c? 2. How does this tire handle on dirty trails?
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To answer the first question, the size I purchased was the 700x28c. I could not tell you if it fit into my frame (which fits a 28c Continental Hardshell Gatorskin in the rear and a 25C Conti Hardshell Gatorskin in the front) because I could not get the tires onto my rims. The 700c part was not true. I have had many other tires on those wheels but this one was sized smaller than a true 700c. So to answer the second question, since I never got the tires onto the wheels and therefore the bike I could not tell you how they handle on any type of surface. The price point these tires are usually sold at make them look like a good deal, but I would advise you to go with a German made model from Continental as opposed to any model made anywhere else (I believe these tires were made in India). The handmade German tires have always proven to be produced under tight quality control, in my experience. I cannot say that about non-German made Continentals.
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I've had this tire on dirt roads as well as "rails to trails" bike paths. It handles both fine. Depending on the consistency of the dirt road, and how much of your riding is off pavement, you might want to consider a beefier tire (or a mountain bike), but if you "dirty trail" riding is relatively small stretches between long ribbons of pavement, you'll be fine. As far as the compatibility question goes, brand doesn't matter; it's all about the size.
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The Touring Plus comes in different sizes one being the 700X32, which is what I run. I think it is an excellent road tire, however I would not think it would be a good trail tire. The tread is not that aggressive. I suppose if the trail were dry and flat and you were riding slow it would be OK. A small part of my commute is on a dirt trail beside a high traffic road, however I take that section SLOW and it is only a couple hundred yards.
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I tried to mount on Specialized Roubaix with 700x28 tires but they wouldn't fit. The fenders need a few millimeters of clearance between the tire and inside of the fork or seatstays. With 700x25 they fit fine.
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No, that is a 26" tire for MTB, we do carry 700 studded tires by Nokian, Kenda, & Schwalbe for Cyclecross bikes. Give me a call 1866 465 6172 - Thanks, Eric.
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In my experience the tires are very durable, but they're also essentially slicks with no real gripping power. If the gravel is loose, traction on turns and hills could be a problem. Packed gravel or dirt should be fine... mud would be a problem, though.
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It's most likely telling you that because of the inner tube. Dont believe it. I run the same brand tire with the tube on my 07 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic and the ywork just fine. Last rear tire I swapped out had 15,000 miles on it. Not to bad and the price is right. Good all weather tire. Keep the air pressure at 40 psi front and rear and they will last for a long time.
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I replaced a tire on my grandsons bmx with it. Same size. The tread is different, more for road/concrete than dirt.Hope this helps.
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These tires certainly fit nicely on your first THREE requirements (primarily road, fast rolling, and strong :-) , but the tires do lack any meaningful tread pattern as they were not designed for off road or turf conditions. That said, as long as the dirt is packed down and dry, I have been able to occasionally hit the dirt, but of course don't push these in corners because lack of knobs.cheers, Joe T
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I had put ~1700 miles on the stock tires before they badly needed replacing. I replaced them with 700x23C Continental tires. I forgot which type but they have been the best tires I've had. As for tubes I just get 700x23C presta with 48mm stem
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31inch will fit fine! 33s will rub. I am running 33x12.5x15 They are excellent on/off road tires. Awesome on the blacktop. 12.5 may e a little to wide. If I had a stock suspension I would run 31x10.5 You will love the new stance!
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Wish I could help with your question. For me, it's a great bike, but the tires that came with it were too narrow for the best ride, even on roads. Changed tires and it's a great ride.
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Mine are 33s on 18" stock wheels on an '07 Jeep Safari JKU. The tires are quiet and AT capable. NOT a mud tire. So so aired down on rocks. The JKU is a daily driver - so the capability on wet / snow / dry hard road is excellent. I routinely trail ride them - since I'm locked in the rear - I can keep up on most trails limited by body armor more than tire capability... Highly recommended for mall crawler to moderate trail use. They will be taking us from the Midwest USA to Alaska in the spring!!
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Yes, actually the tires are very wide. Good for cross country. Not Good for speeding,.... Shifting is done with the handles! Hope That helped, great bike
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I use it on my hybrid bike. Ok for mountain bike but more for street riding. A harder tire.
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I don't understand where people come up with things. It's a 23 mm tire that holds 150 psi. I run them at 120. Where does "comfort" or "harsh" fit in here? They handle as well as the Michelin Pro Racers I used to ride, they're cheaper, and they last 3-4 times as long.
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I do not have this exact tire in that size, but I do have a 700X42 tstudded tire that will fit here; http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_139448_-1___ Regards, Thom in Tech
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Yes, actually the tires are very wide. Good for cross country. Not Good for speeding,....Shifting is done with the handles! Hope That helped, great bike
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My thick slick is 700x25c, a common road bike size. It's a little fatter than a road race tire, but a little skinnier than a cyclocross tire. Fits great on the road frame I converted to fixed gear. Hope this was helpful.