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I've finally ridden some 23mm wide rims - a bit late to the party. Initial thoughts:
Fuck me, the tyre was hard to get on by hand (700x23 Michelin Pro 3 Race). I'm guessing this was more a side-effect of it being a tubeless compatible rim, so shallower bed. Unless it's a very warm day, I expect to be judiciously using a plastic lever next time. I've sprained my wrists, FFS.
Dropping pressure by 10psi was perfect (so for me @ 64kg, 80f / 85r). Sort of matches up with the formula Zipp give on their website, not that I'm using Zipps.
Felt very sure-footed, and cornering is more like 'banking' the bike into the turn than 'dropping / throwing / pushing' it.
Front wheel feels 'quieter' - I think the profile definitely smooths out the airflow compared to both box and medium profile rims in narrower widths.
Shove my anecdotes up your bottom if you don't like them.