Should mountain bike tyres be even wider? Why bigger might not always be better

Should mountain bike tyres be even wider? Why bigger might not always be better

Mountain bike tyre widths seemed to have plateaued, but could making them wider offer more traction and cushioning, or even make you faster? Some people certainly think so. In this episode, Tom, Alex and Rob revisit the tyre-width debate, talk through their experiences testing and riding bikes equipped with wider rubber, and discuss the pros and cons. Have we hit the sweet spot already or is there still room for improvement? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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