I agree Mike.....the Ribmos are fine but the ideal tire for my weight is between 35-38mm (actual) with the Marathon Supreme being the current favorite. The Ribmo seems durable and relatively flat proof but not particularly speedy. Honestly though I have no data to support that and don't even use a speedometer anymore. I wanted to try them as I used to roll the Panaracer Urbanmax tires in that size and they were great tires, speedy feeling but with a reinforced sidewall. The Ribmos are heavier though and not round but more of a oval cross section with the center of the tire making more contact it seems. These days I just ride what I have until they are worn out. Perceived speed is important I suppose and some tires do seem better than others but except for the extremes I think its difficult to notice a huge difference among most of them. Love the new bike though....still dialing in the bar height/saddle position and haven't had much time to ride yet......maybe later today when the rain stops.
On May 6, 6:31 am, Mike <mjawn...@gmail.com> wrote: > Beautiful bike Charlie. Enjoy it. Outside of wanting a bigger tire are > you otherwise happy with the Ribimos? The shape looks great. I've been > surprised that more people don't use them, but then, I think it's hard > to beat Jack Browns for a large round supple tire or Marathon Supremes > for a larger and sturdier round tire. > > --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
