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TIRE SIZE

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3/9/2011 10:28 PM

what is the widest tire i can run on 17mm rims?

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3/9/2011 10:47 PM

17mm? That is SKINNY! Most XC rims are in the 21-25 range, DH 28-33.

I think you'd be pushing it with a 2.2 inch wide tire.

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