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Old 02-25-21, 01:16 PM
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Hit Factor
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Originally Posted by Alzerbster
I have been riding on Marathons. I ride strictly rail trails, with some of those trails being asphalt. Just bought a Trek Verve that comes with the Bontrager 700x45 tires. Rode the bike 40 miles, and I hated the tires. Put 700x38 marathons on it, and I couldn't believe the difference in how the bike rode. Just felt faster and lighter. I really didn't notice any less of a comfortable ride with the 38s on. So yes tires do make a difference.
Same experience here, I have a Verve 3 and put on Continental Terra Speed 40mm, night and day difference from the OEM tire.
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