I resolved my tire situation I had posted about earlier. Kinda peeves me that the original tires only lasted 400 miles. But that was not the quickest tire life I have seen in the least.
Anyway, Cletus and others, I appreciate the help. I did not take the tire advice though. I am a really avid fan of a small LBS. So I try to do most of my shopping at their store. So my tire choice was based on that, the time factor and price (some suggested tire was $37).
The LBS had an Avocet Cross II tire. It was in 26" x 1.5" just like I needed. It has a lice looking "inverted" tread pattern. They have a kevlar belt too. They can be seen here: http://www.avocet.com/tirepages/cross_2.html
The downside some may contend is that they are only 85 psi. It does not, however, seem to be a downside. I have ridden approximately 60 or 70 miles on it with no problems. I typically air it up to about 90psi.
If the loss of power is there from the lower psi, I have taken no note of it. It seems to be a very well made tire.
Derek
Anyway, Cletus and others, I appreciate the help. I did not take the tire advice though. I am a really avid fan of a small LBS. So I try to do most of my shopping at their store. So my tire choice was based on that, the time factor and price (some suggested tire was $37).
The LBS had an Avocet Cross II tire. It was in 26" x 1.5" just like I needed. It has a lice looking "inverted" tread pattern. They have a kevlar belt too. They can be seen here: http://www.avocet.com/tirepages/cross_2.html
The downside some may contend is that they are only 85 psi. It does not, however, seem to be a downside. I have ridden approximately 60 or 70 miles on it with no problems. I typically air it up to about 90psi.
If the loss of power is there from the lower psi, I have taken no note of it. It seems to be a very well made tire.
Derek