Do pro cyclists use 28mm tyres?
Time was, only a few years ago, that pros raced on tubular tyres at around 23mm wide, pumped up to 100psi or more (that’s over 7 bar). But now, even in races on tarmac, it’s typical to see riders on 28mm or wider tyres, which are likely to measure up even wider on modern wide aero rims. Wider tires are only faster on wider rims. Wide tires only make you faster if you put them on the correct rim,” says Andreas Klier, EF Education-EasyPost Sports Director and Technical Operations and Commercial Manager. It’s the combination of the width of the rim and the width of the tire that makes the difference.
Is a 28 inch tire the same as a 700C tire?
Is a 28 inch wheel the same as a 700c? Tyres in 28″, 700C and 29″ sizes have exactly the same rim diameter. The designation 700 is followed by the tyre width in mm and the designation 28 or 29 by the width in inches. C & 700x28C are the same tire sizes (diameter). The 23 & 28 denote different tire widths, not tire diameter. Both of these will fit the same diameter rim (700). However the 23c usually is installed on 19mm to 23mm wide rims.The 23 & 28 denote different tire widths, not tire diameter. Both of these will fit the same diameter rim (700). However the 23c usually is installed on 19mm to 23mm wide rims. The 28c will fit on 19mm & 23mm as well, but can be installed on wider rims like 25mm.The tyres can differ, but the 28”, 700C and 29er are all the exact same rim diameter. The 700 markings will be followed by the width in mm, and the 28 or 29 markings will be followed by the width in inches. This is the most common wheel size, so look out for familiar markings (such as 28×1.Tire width influences comfort and performance: 700×23 : thin and light, ideal for competition but less comfortable.
Which is better 28c or 32c tyres?
Rolling Resistance: Narrower tires (like 28c) can have lower rolling resistance on smooth surfaces like a well-paved road. This means they require less effort to maintain a given speed. In comparison, wider tires (like 32c) may have slightly higher rolling resistance due to their larger contact patch with the ground. A 28mm tire, when inflated to the appropriate pressure, deforms less vertically and more radially, allowing for a larger contact patch and improved energy efficiency over rough surfaces. However, 25mm tires might still offer lower resistance on ultra-smooth asphalt at higher speeds.
What are 700x28C tires?
The term “700c” is the tire size according to the French system. The “700” is stating the diameter of the bicycle tire and “c” is the width size of the tire. However it’s not 700 millimeters it’s 633 millimeters. Also, another common mistake is that often riders confuse “c” with centimeters.The more likely scenario is that they’re same thing. Most times, the ‘c’ is vestigial, either referring to the rim diameter (look up old French tire sizing if you’re curious) or meaning the tire has a ‘crocheted’ bead meant for use with hooked rims. In either case, we don’t do that anymore.