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Old 05-02-2009, 02:25 AM   #38 (permalink)
ConnClark
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Originally Posted by Bicycle Bob View Post
Actually, the main benefit is not stiffness per se, but the directions of stiffness and flexibility. The belted tire tread squirms less as it conforms to the road.
The stiffness however contributes to the low rolling resistance.
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