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[Closed] 29er newbie. No clue what's what ('what tyre?' content)

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Lovely new(ish) Alex Volar 2.1 tubeless-ready rims currently with WTB Nano 2.1s fitted.

Whatabout Tarmac touring? Haven't the foggiest about sizes when it comes to 700c/29er compatibility

Have happily used Marathon Racers on a 26er. Something similar maybe? WWYD?


 
Posted : 13/07/2016 10:52 pm
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What bike and to do what? Just tarmac touring?


 
Posted : 13/07/2016 11:59 pm
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It's a rigid drop-bar 29er with MTB bias (Genesis Vagabond)

Stock tyres are very capable for multi-surface with offroad bias - but looking for a road-biased tyre to deal with both laden and unladen touring on back lanes and B roads, maybe with the odd farm track. So something fast-rolling. Not too heavy yet with some puncture-protection and decent longevity.

Not a lot of room on the bike to fit guards (not a chance with Nano 2.1s) so thinking 35c?

Currently eyeing Marathon Mondials


 
Posted : 14/07/2016 6:16 am