Hi, I am a mountain bike rider who is interested in buying a road bike for early weekend rides that are going to be part of my fitness program. I also intend to do some centuries, so comfort is also paramount.
I am currently thinking about cannondale mid-level road bikes, but I have a question regarding the wheels and tires. The bikes come with 700 by 23c tires, but I have been advised to look for bikes that can work with 700 by 25c or even better yet, 700 by 28c tires, as I am a muscular 215 pounds. I understand the wider tires are key to comfort.
Could somebody please comment re: whether the R900 or R1000 Cannondale road bikes will accomodate the bigger tires? Also,supposing I decide to build from a Cannondale frame,which of their frames can accomodate the bigger tires, and which would you recommend for reliability and strength?
Thanks.
I am currently thinking about cannondale mid-level road bikes, but I have a question regarding the wheels and tires. The bikes come with 700 by 23c tires, but I have been advised to look for bikes that can work with 700 by 25c or even better yet, 700 by 28c tires, as I am a muscular 215 pounds. I understand the wider tires are key to comfort.
Could somebody please comment re: whether the R900 or R1000 Cannondale road bikes will accomodate the bigger tires? Also,supposing I decide to build from a Cannondale frame,which of their frames can accomodate the bigger tires, and which would you recommend for reliability and strength?
Thanks.