Can I replace 700×23 with 700×28?

Can I replace 700×23 with 700×28?

I upped my road tires from 700×23 to 700×28, and have been happy with the change. All those tests that demonstrate equal rolling resistance with wider tires assume that you will use a wider rim to go with the tire, but even without changing the rim, I doubt that the difference is even 5%.

Can I use 700×25 tube in 700×28 tire?

‘ Old tubes will work great with 700×28. I even use the cheap $1.80 Nashbar 700×25 tube with Michelin City 700×32.

What does 700x23c mean?

700x23c simply means the dimensions of your bike tire, under what’s known as the ‘French system’. The first number, 700, refers to the nominal diameter of the bike tire and is measured using millimeters. The second number, 23, is actually the width of the bike tire, again it’s measured in millimeters.

Will 25C tires fit 23C?

Generally speaking, if a rim can take one 700-labeled tire, it can take any 700-labeled tire. But a rim that’s a good fit for a 25C tire will take a 23C tire just fine. Be advised that most riders are moving in the other direction and fitting wider tires, if they have enough frame/fork clearance to do so.

What does the C mean in bicycle tires?

Typical road bike tire: 700 x 32c indicates a tire that has an outer diameter of 700mm and a width of 32mm. (Note that the “c” does not stand for centimeters; it’s a holdover from an old French system that designated tire sizes using the letters a, b and c.)

Does bike tire width matter?

The main disadvantage to the wider tires is weight. Switching to a slightly narrower tire will give you a little better acceleration performance and provide a zippier ride. For mountain biking, a wider tire (2.0 to 2.5″) will provide more air volume which is beneficial for riding on loose surfaces.

Is a 700C wheel 29 inches?

All road and cyclocross bikes are built with 700c wheels, which are 29 inches. However, 700c wheels are designed to accommodate a thinner tire. Mountain bike tires are much thicker than a 700c, with widths typically falling between 1.8 to 2.4 inches.

Is a 700C wheel 26 inches?

One standard that has more or less held for the last decade are wheel sizes. The ‘standard’ road bike has 700c (the successor to 27″) wheels. The ‘standard’ mountain bike has 26 inch wheels (inherited from the old balloon tire cruiser).

Do I need a 26 or 29 bike?

Their testing found that 29ers do have lower rolling resistance than their 26-inch equivalent. The most pronounced difference was found on asphalt and gravel (harder surfaces) at lower tyre pressures. Powering the 26-inch wheel uphill at 20km/h on asphalt required 214.3-watts while the 29er only took 206.4-watts.

Is 24 inch bike good for adults?

There is no one-word answer to this question, can an adult woman ride a 24-inch bike? Yes, you can ride it as long as it fits you but it won’t be that comfortable as is designed for kids. For female cyclists, trying to find a bicycle that perfectly suits your body style can be a difficult process in the best of times.

Is a 24 inch bike good for what height?

Kids Bike Size Chart

Wheel size	Age	Height
16”	4-5	3’7”-4’0”
18”	5-6	3’9”-4’3”
20”	5-8	4’0”-4’5”
24”	7-11	4’5”-4’9”