Why Aren't You Using Wider Tyres?

The days of narrow 2.1" tyres being the widest option for MTB are long gone. Since then, we've had MTB tyres as wide as 5.05". Having such a wide variety of widths does come with its own challenges... now we're spoilt for choice. But fear not, Owen Coutts is here to explain to us what benefits you can expect from certain tyre widths to help you make an informed decision on what width you should choose next!

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⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️
00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Sizing Up
03:11 - Contact Patch
05:28 - Tyre Pressure
08:46 - Trail Feel | 2.1”
10:22 - Trail Feel | 2.4”
11:50 - Trail Feel | 2.6”
14:14 - Interview With The Ultimate Tyre Nerd
17:19 - Summary

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