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Ant
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How do you know if a tire will fit your bike? For instance, my current tires are 26x2.0 but I am looking at a street tire in a 26x2.5 size. How do I know that will fit?
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CD1134
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That'll fit.
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Ant
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CD1134 said:That'll fit.
Really? Thanks man.
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Ant
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Ok, do I need new tubes too or just the tire?
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CD1134
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Yeah. Assuming you have a pretty standard mtb rim (not like the Surly Large Marge or anything), you can go up or down in width a little bit with no problem.
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Ant
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I just ordered some michalens for like $17 a tire. They are actually a 1.95" width but I didn't get new tubes. Hopefully I dont' need those too.
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CD1134
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Much like socks, most tubes will have a range (i.e. fits 26 X 1.95-2.5) so they should be okay too - at least in my experience.
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Ant
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Thanks man, I really appreciate the help. Newbie questions suck I know. 🙁
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CD1134
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Don't sweat it. I couldn't get a new chain on this past weekend and it wasn't even the first time I was replacing it. I EVEN BROKE MY CHAIN TOOL IN THE PROCESS!! I had to let the shop guys do it. Everyone's a beginner with some aspect of bike maintenance.
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Ant
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Well, I got my tires. Should have them mounted up this weekend. Full report to follow.