You know, it's possible to have two sets of tires, and switch them out depending on where you are riding that day.
This closely resembles work, however.It's easier to just have multiple bikes...
And yes, it is YOUR bike. Ride the tires that make you happier/faster/whatever. Your DH can ride his choice. Once my DH & I realized we don't have to be identical, life became easier.
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07-24-2006, 11:39 AM #1
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Give big space to the festive dog that make sport in the roadway. Avoid entanglement with your wheel spoke.
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07-24-2006, 11:43 AM #2
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You could have 2 sets of wheels. Swapping them hardly resembles work. And it's far cheaper than having 2 bikes, but still $$$.
Originally Posted by MomOnBike
You know, it's possible to have two sets of tires, and switch them out depending on where you are riding that day.
This closely resembles work, however. It's easier to just have multiple bikes...
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07-24-2006, 01:02 PM #3
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I have two wheels sets for one of my mountain bikes, but it is annonying because I have to readjust my brakes every time I switch them (different sets of rims). I'd recommend getting the same wheel set if you have two different sets of tires. Originally Posted by DebW
Just keep pedaling.
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07-24-2006, 02:36 PM #4
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It's funny to me that the Ride posts a mini. gearing ratio needed of 39/25 or 27 since most bikes, if they have a double, will have 39/25 or 27 (and yes I know they could also have 23 or 21). A triple chainring system will have not only the 39 as the middle ring, but a 30 or smaller (as the small ring) as well. If you have a triple and a rear cassette of 25 or 27 (the number of teeth on the largest cassette in back) then that's fairly low granny gear.
So I wonder, - will the ride directors check and see if someone shows up with a 39/23 and if so, will that person be tossed out? Ride here in California usually just post the gradient and then it's up to the rider to decide if they are able to climb it. I know in some states, say Texas, when riding around in
the country, you can run across some short but very steep little hills like with a 30% gradient. Without a granny, I would have to walk the hill.BCIpam - Nature Girl
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