What combination of elastomers are needed for full 3" travel when a 180 lb rider strikes a 2" dia root at 7 mph?
803999
Years ago when solving mathematical equations was fun I might have been tempted to provide a scientific response but I no longer enjoy the challenge. I can however provide an answer based on my real world results. I happen to weigh 180 lbs. In your scenario... for me to get the full 3" of when hitting a rock or tree root at less than 10 mph I've been using the Blue/Grey combination. NOTE: This Blue/Grey combination is "below" Crane Creeks elastomer recommendation for a 180 lb rider but I find it offers a softer more cushioned ride when I'm doing asphalt riding and doing simple transitions from pavement to mild trails. When I'm planning a weekend off road mountain biking and down hills traveling at faster speeds I find Blue/Black is better because it won't bottom out when I hit an obstacle like a tree root. Actually when traveling at that speed on a trial I tend to stay out of the saddle because if you have the elastomers loaded at the high end like Blue/Black or Grey/Purple and you fully compress it the full three inches... be prepared... because the rebound can launch you out of the saddle.
1512562
Metal/aluminum with rubber suckion cup type feet on one end, regular rubber bumber type on the other two. Sturdy
696674
I have a 'Specialized Expedition' bike on my trainer with 26 x 1.95 tires , and have found that the tire wear is somewhat greater than normal road wear, however, the key is maintaining the proper tension and tire pressure to insure longer tire wear.
310563
Those should work fine. I am running 700 x 49 continental tires without problems.
1592642
This only comes in 26". You can find some decent ones from Forte on performance.com. I recommend the Tsali, it does every terrain for me. There is a 29x2.2 tire for $31 and 60 tpi protection and dual compound.
1420615
Rubber. It's a really smooth ride. I use this to walk my dad to and from football games (between parking lots and stadiums), over rough city streets (e.g. Philly). It is a quality transport chair.
518316
I believe the tire size 700c. Gonna have to head to a bike shop. Don't think the average walmart will carry it.
1989545
Can't absolutely answer that question. I am using the m13 for a vintage road bike and will probably use 700x23 or 25 tires. I am going for a retro road bike look. I believe the cr18 would be ok with 28mm tires though. I don't know what you are using the rim for, some riders use them on mt bikes.
870926
700 x 38 is great for city, grocery store short rides. For city or off-road continental is great. For city specific or off road exclusive riding, you'll want to ask your local bike shop. Good luck.
247025
The stock tires on my zero turn were turf savers and they were 2 ply. The extra ply rating would only be an advantage if you are going to driving through areas where cut brush or sharp objects could punctured your tires. Or if you are going to reach really high speeds. I would bet to say your safe with 2 ply
1258929
Yes. All three tires need to be around 35psi. The tires themselves state the amount they need.
397365
Really interesting hyperlink article posted by Bruce, from competitvecyclist. Personally I can't get my head around a smaller contact patch on a larger tire, but I'm no one to argue with these guys. I used to ride sportbikes. everything equal (same tire model), we assumed we were getting a larger contact patch, with the larger model. That's why we went for larger tires (same aspect ratio of course). but interesting article!!
50513
maybe a 700x28 tire size. whats good about buying from amazon.com is is returns. I loved the fork.
46888
Max 4 mph. The clearance is 2 inches, so inclines may be hard and rough ride due to the non-inflatable tires.
831974
I wear a size large glove and find the L size GP2 grips work quite well for me. You will need to bring along a hex wrench for the first few rides to get the angle just right though.
1400519
The 3 speed had an adjuster. The 7 speed adjuster should be on your bikes rear derailer.
1414949
I use the 25mm for a more supple ride and according to the latest research a wider tire (within limits) has less rolling resistance. The weight isn't as much a factor for me and I run Mr. Tuffy ultra-light tire liners in these for added protection because flats just ruin a good ride.