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Old 02-12-2015, 06:27 PM   #24 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Eddie25 View Post
that is exactly what I want to do. get slightly taller tyres with almost exact same increase in radius as your tyre change. however im afraid that this will have an adverse effect on power. I travel in very hilly terrain and I might need to gear down more to get up a hill. im still considering eco tyres vs taller tyres as the front tyres need changing. but I don't know what will work in my favour
I don't think hilly terrain is an issue, I live in the Blue Mountains and still saw improvement.
I think the question is,what percentage of your commute is spent in top gear.
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