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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They will work great! I have owned them for a year now. Have used them in sand, snow, mud and everything in between. They are not the best tires for riding on pavement. I have a Rincon 680 and when mine wear down. I will buy these tires again.
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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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there are awesome i can go places where my rino 750 cant and where the polaris cant even get through great for mudding ive recently found my self road riding a lot now and im still at 50% tread i was riding to go to buddys houses and go mudding on there trail i have about 50 to 100 miles for road and i cant count arounnd how many i have for trail but the tear things up so wouldn't totally recommend for yard but there great tires about to order another set i would recommend these to any one whose mudding to just trails the grab great to hope you buy them and have fun great tire
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I would feel comfortable putting a kenda 700 x 40 tire on your bike...should fit ok...I would recommend always changing the tube when you change a tire, especially the rear tire...I would recommend using a kenda 700 x 40-45 tire tube...it is available on amazon for about $3.54 plus shipping...I have both tires and tubes, very satisfied...
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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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I use Conti 4000S 700 x 25 tires and use a Conti Race 28 tube. No flats in 3200 miles.
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Don't think so, I think it would be okay for the occasional dirt/gravel you just need to cross but on an actual trail? Might be a challenge with the tires being slim with less contact on the ground. Haven't actually tried it hardcore on a trail mind you.
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The tires that came on mine were Kenda's 700x23. I did not like them at all. Replaced with a Continental gatorskin on front and a Schwelbe marathon (sp?) on back. Both of these far superior to the original equipment in my opinion.
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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 primarily bought the bike for its size. Its handling on trails is good. The tires are sturdy enough for me; I weigh 250lbs. I was never worried about the tires slipping. Replacing the inner tubes is the only think that I don't like about the tires.
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The tires are 2 inches wide. They are a great road tire with excellent thorn protection and low rolling resistance. I have used mine on some dirt trails and they work OK but not as good as off road knobby tires. If the rails to trails surface is not loose, gravely or sandy it should work OK.
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Best as I can figure,that refers to the ideal size tire it is designed to run: 700x35. Whatever it mean this rim is terrible. I'd suggest you not buy it.
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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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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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I have 700x25c tires and can get a single tire to 100 psi give or take a few lbs. It definitely inflates the tire well enough to safely finish your ride. You can only really inflate one tire per cartridge.
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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.