Mismatched tyre sizes - issues?

Posted on Fri 26th, July 2019

• #1

DethBeard

My rear tyre on my tourer had split near the rim and was condemned, picked up some 32c replacements, when I fitted them I noticed the outgoing rubber was 28c.

I now have a 28c front and a 32c rear.
I know the difference is not great, but is it ok? Or should i switch them to wider at the front, or replace both to 32c?

In my MTB days I ran 2" rears and 2.4" front for better grip, but that was thrashing around muddy woods, not the pot holes tarmac treasures of South Essex.
• #2

furious_tiles

Much like a low pro you’re now always riding downhill.

Marginal gains
• #3

andyfallsoff

Nah no probs. I've ridden mismatched tyres for ages. Haven't noticed
• #4

fizzy.bleach

It's fine
• #5

DethBeard

Thanks, if I die because of it, I'll haunt you all equally.

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