700c Tyres

[Chappy]

Morning all can anyone tell me what excatly 700c wheels are

I no that 26" wheels refers to the diameter of the wheel but what about 700c.

Cheers

 

[hubgearfreak]

you'll have to read this..... http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html

 

[Sapper]

you'll have to read this..... http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html

Thanks I'm reading now

 

[Sapper]

Right..

Help please...

I have a trek 1400 (5 years old) and I need soem new resistant puncture tyres...

What size tyre and brand will I need to replace my tyres. The wheels seem to be 18x622

Any advice appreciated please

Adrian

 

[TheDoctor]

622 is the bead diameter - that's 700 C tyres. 18mm is rim width, and you want somewhere between 1.5 and 2.5 times that. What size tyres did it have on? I'd say 700C by 28mm or so should do nicely.

 

[Sapper]

622 is the bead diameter - that's 700 C tyres. 18mm is rim width, and you want somewhere between 1.5 and 2.5 times that. What size tyres did it have on? I'd say 700C by 28mm or so should do nicely.

Hi,

Thanks doc!

It is starting to make sense now... My front wheel is slightly narrower than my new rear wheel. As such Whilst I can fit my Marathon plus tyre to my rear wheel (tyre is 700x25) it wont go onto the rim at the front wheel. It is basically to narrow as far as I can work out.

So I need to invest in a new wheel for my front wheel.

So what wheel should I invest in to fit a quality trek 1400 frame (purchased Aug 2003).


whilst there is nothing wrong with my rear wheel, should I get a sturdy pair for the commute to work (approx 22 round trip).

I would not have a clue on how to swap my rear sprockets over.

Any advice?

Adrian

 

[TheDoctor]

Marathon Plus tyres are reputed to be a bit of a sod to fit. Maybe get the local bike shop (LBS) to do it?

 

[Sapper]

Marathon Plus tyres are reputed to be a bit of a sod to fit. Maybe get the local bike shop (LBS) to do it?

The tyre went onto the rear wheel pretty easily. very few swear words... But the front when is another matter, and it is a slightly narrower wheel - its a replacement

Adrian

 

[008]

I've just fitted a pair of Schwalbe Stelvio Plus tyres 700x23 and love em!

The Stelvios are a lot quicker than the previous tyres I had, Specialized All Condition Armadillos in 28mm, but there is no loss in comfort. You also get the same Smartguard puncture protection as in the Marathon Plus.

 

[Sapper]

Do you use them for commuting?

Adrian

 

[marinyork]

Marathon Plus tyres are reputed to be a bit of a sod to fit. Maybe get the local bike shop (LBS) to do it?

Absolutely. This thread is of interest to me as someday I'm thinking of getting rid of the horrific thing - perhaps stelvios, perhaps something thinner.

 

[008]

Do you use them for commuting?

Adrian

Yes I do.

They are considered as a 'racing tyre' but the smartguard protection provides a nice 'cushion' so the ride isn't so harsh. I think they're a great balance of speed and protection.

I did consider the Michelin Pro Race 2's or 3's which are highly recommended for their speed but decided to maybe sacrifice a bit of speed for the extra protection due to the crappy roads in London!

 

[008]

Quote:
Originally Posted by TheDoctor
Marathon Plus tyres are reputed to be a bit of a sod to fit. Maybe get the local bike shop (LBS) to do it?

Absolutely. This thread is of interest to me as someday I'm thinking of getting rid of the horrific thing - perhaps stelvios, perhaps something thinner.

I had Marathon Plus tyres on my previous mountain bike with 26" wheels and they were a real pain to get on... couldn't do it without using tyre levers, which was risky, but managed to get away with!

I didn't fit the Stelvios myself as the LBS offered to do it for no extra charge... so being a lazy git that I am, I let them do it. I did ask whether they'd be as difficult to fit as the marathon plus' but they advised the Stelvios were a lot easier... only time will tell when I have to take the tyre off for myself!

 

[HJ]

Right..

Help please...

I have a trek 1400 (5 years old) and I need soem new resistant puncture tyres...

What size tyre and brand will I need to replace my tyres. The wheels seem to be 18x622

Any advice appreciated please

Adrian

Try Conti GatorSkins, a good tyre for fast commuting...

 

[Sapper]

Marathon Plus tyres are reputed to be a bit of a sod to fit. Maybe get the local bike shop (LBS) to do it?

I did, in Friern Barnet. Not Shorter Rochford but a local shop. For free.

I was able to watch them as well...

Obviously ensuring the tread was on the right way, the chap used a toe clip strap to start the tyre, fixing it so that it was unable to pop out. When he did that, it was a very simple process to push, work the trye behind the brim...

Adrian