2.3" vs. 2.1" tires?
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A couple of you mentioned liking a particular Conti 2.3" tires on your mtb. I can't remember the exact tire model now, but when I looked it up, I discovered it was tubeless. I want to stick with a tire with a tube since that's what I'm used to, so does anyone have a recommendation for a great trail tire in the 2.3" width that takes a tube?
I confirmed that my rims (Mavic 717) can handle up to 2.3" tires, so I'd like to know a little more about the advantages of these tires. I didn't even know there was such a thing -- I thought 2.1" was it. By the way, my current tires are IRC Mythos XC.
I can imagine that the down side of the 2.3" tires is weight, so what is the up side? More stability? Better cornering?
Thanks in advance, oh experienced mtb gals!
Emily
Emily
2011 Jamis Dakar XC "Toto" - Selle Italia Ldy Gel Flow
2007 Trek Pilot 5.0 WSD "Gloria" - Selle Italia Diva Gel Flow
2004 Bike Friday Petite Pocket Crusoe - Selle Italia Diva Gel Flow