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Other Suspension seatpost benefits?
.... Interesting, what pressure are you running these 700x26 tires? A
few years ago I went from 700x23 @ 120psi to 25-26mm wide tires and running them at a lower psi, e.g., 100-110psi, I found the comfort level to improve dramatically, without sacrificing any performance. In fact, the 700x25 tires I'm using seem to perform *better* than the old 700x23. I won't use any smaller than a 700x25. If you need more *comfort*/shock absorption, make sure you have been properly fitted on your bike. If that doesn't work, a suspension seatpost may be your only choice. Good Luck! I have only run 700x25 or 28 tires. When I switched from sew-ups 25 years ago, 700x25 was the typical size available. By the time thin higher pressure tires came into fashion, I no longer had a road bike, and was only riding off road. I still remember the silky smooth ride of a pair of 700x25 Specialized 127tpi Turbo tires mounted on a pair of MA40 rims. I was probably running around 100psi. But, to answer your question: I am running a pair of Specialized 700x26 tires at around 105psi. My choice was based on comfort as well as practicality. The roads where I live are often not in the best condition. I have test ridden a few bikes with 700x23 tires, but I prefer a minimum of 25. As far a bike fit, that's not a problem. I'm riding a hand made Reynolds 631 frame with a carbon fork. I'ts the most comfortable road frame I have ever ridden. (Ok, it is not any where as comfortable as a few of the recumbents I have owned in the past. Interstingly on some recumbents, wider tires often out perform narrow ones. But that's another story) . Hope this helps. PS - I broke one of my rules with a previous poster: Never argue with someone who makes assumptions or sweeping generalizations. I have been riding off road for over 28 years. I have covered much of the front range of the San Gabriel Mts and other areas, riding many trails many wouldn't dream of. During that time, I have only had one pintch-flat. And, only then because I was careless. In my experience, if you know how to ride and how to set up your bike, you don't need to worry about pintch flats. |
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