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Old 07-18-2019, 10:02 AM
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cheap performamce tire opinions

Federal 595-ss p235/40r17
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Old 07-18-2019, 10:52 AM
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Federal 595-ss p235/40r17
You'll need a custom frameset to accommodate that, but once installed, they should wear like iron and yet also you'll cost for replacements will be lower than some typical-size Mavic or Vittoria tires.
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Old 07-18-2019, 01:31 PM
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Michelin. I still use a combination of PR4's and Endurance. Usually found cheap. And I don't have any problems with them. Seem to be plenty "Hi Performance" to me.
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Old 07-18-2019, 01:49 PM
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Mounting a 235/40R17 on your bicycle will radically reduce the number of pinch flats you encounter.
Acceleration is mediocre and may suffer even more towards the end of your weekend club rides.
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Old 07-18-2019, 02:34 PM
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Is that tire size for one of the new wheel standards being introduced by Specialized? Innovate or Die!

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Old 07-18-2019, 02:47 PM
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Gonna need a wider Q factor
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Old 07-18-2019, 04:17 PM
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tubeless ready?

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Old 07-18-2019, 04:18 PM
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Federal 595-ss p235/40r17
I'd wait on the results from Bicycle Rolling Resistance's upcoming tests before pulling the trigger.
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Old 07-19-2019, 07:22 AM
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I'd wait on the results from Bicycle Rolling Resistance's upcoming tests before pulling the trigger.
Yup, I'm sure Jan Heine has some comments..
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Old 07-19-2019, 07:37 AM
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Don't forget to factor in your tire trail, otherwise you and your tires will explode.
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