The size change is a negative all round, but changing to a smoother tyre will improve tarmac enjoyment a lot and might even be a positive on some off road surfaces too. Only soft mud and sand need a lot of tread.
Thanks. Narrower tire is generally better no? Moar road bike like = moar faster?
Narrower tire is generally better no?
Only if you're going fast enough for the lower aerodynamic drag to overcompensate the higher rolling resistance.
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The size change is a negative all round, but changing to a smoother tyre will improve tarmac enjoyment a lot and might even be a positive on some off road surfaces too. Only soft mud and sand need a lot of tread.