Vintage Specialized Allez
12-14-23, 10:24 AM
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I already trashed them! When I took them off, they were rock hard, which isn't surprising considering their age. I threw on some 700x25 Continental 4 Seasons, but the rear tire touches the underside of the brake! I'll try on some of Vittoria Corsas I have in the same size, but it looks like I may need some 700x23 tires...
12-14-23, 10:37 AM
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Looks like this thread addresses the same issue:
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...clearance.html
Maybe it's just my tires (the 4 Seasons are a thicker tire for winter training). The thread recommended Vittoria Rubinos, so maybe my Corsas will work too...
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...clearance.html
Maybe it's just my tires (the 4 Seasons are a thicker tire for winter training). The thread recommended Vittoria Rubinos, so maybe my Corsas will work too...
12-14-23, 12:46 PM
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Looks like this thread addresses the same issue:
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...clearance.html
Maybe it's just my tires (the 4 Seasons are a thicker tire for winter training). The thread recommended Vittoria Rubinos, so maybe my Corsas will work too...
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-m...clearance.html
Maybe it's just my tires (the 4 Seasons are a thicker tire for winter training). The thread recommended Vittoria Rubinos, so maybe my Corsas will work too...
https://365cycles.com/products/panar...andard-120-120
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The little screws on the back of the dropouts - play wth backing those out a bit and see if that gets you any more clearance, -- they look like they are in all the way in the pics (if you have already done that and they still rub, - disregard that then)
12-22-23, 10:44 AM
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The Corsas were a bit tight too, so I went ahead and ordered these:
https://365cycles.com/products/panar...andard-120-120
https://365cycles.com/products/panar...andard-120-120
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If you take out the rear screws on the dropouts and lightly file the front and rear drops and brake hangers you should be able to fit a set of 25' conti's which run pretty narrow.
I have set of 28's on one bike that run about 23-24 that has similar clearance to yours'.
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-U...3691801&sr=8-2
I have set of 28's on one bike that run about 23-24 that has similar clearance to yours'.
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-U...3691801&sr=8-2
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Specialized offers several road tires in 700 x 24c and 26c. Black and tan walls. I’ve personally ridden the S-Works Turbo model and they are a terrific racing tire. Fast and comfy but do wear out pretty quick. I would guess the lower end models may last longer. The 24c could be a good tweener for OP’s Allez. All fairly pricey but currently on sale at special at specialized.com.
edit: Took another look at Specialized’s sale and it’s pretty strong. Road Sport for $22 and S-Works Turbo for $38. Both in 24c.
edit: Took another look at Specialized’s sale and it’s pretty strong. Road Sport for $22 and S-Works Turbo for $38. Both in 24c.
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Update... The tires fit! But, man, they were hard to get on! I kept thinking of Tuco from Breaking Bad saying, "Tight, tight, tight!" I even punctured one of the tubes trying to get them on. Plenty of clearance now... And they look the part on the vintage frame. I'll post pics soon...
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Yes - accident waiting to happen. You're going to need 80+ psi in those tires so some fresh skins would do a world of good
Amazon has some American Classic tires cheap -- or did last time i was looking (juat looked again, they are up to $40 - which is a fair price, but not cheap anymore = a Comtinental GP is not much more
BTW - i responded earlier by saying i would pay up to $250 for that bike IF it fit -- for $120, you got an outstanding deal and this bike is worth putting some money into - its better than a "beater" . Your cleanup efforts look great
Amazon has some American Classic tires cheap -- or did last time i was looking (juat looked again, they are up to $40 - which is a fair price, but not cheap anymore = a Comtinental GP is not much more
BTW - i responded earlier by saying i would pay up to $250 for that bike IF it fit -- for $120, you got an outstanding deal and this bike is worth putting some money into - its better than a "beater" . Your cleanup efforts look great
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