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Run flat bike tires11/13/2023 Wheels with 700c tires strike a good balance of speed, handling in corners, maneuverability, and comfort. It is the most common tire size in hybrid, road, gravel and touring bikes and they are the perfect size for bike commuting too for a good reason. In other words, if you’re a regular Joe, just like me, read on.ħ00c refers to the tire diameter of your wheel, and it is written on the sidewall of your tire. Since almost every new bike comes with inner tubes and tires (aka clincher tires), and I believe that this is the best option for most bike commuters, I don’t include tubular or tubeless tires in my recommendations. Continental GatorSkin Continental Contact Plus SCHWALBE Marathon Plus Continental Ride Tour Puncture protection 5/10 7/10 10/10 9/10 Grip 7/10 8/10 7/10 10/10 How well does it roll 10/10 8/10 7/10 6/10 Reflective detail for safety No Yes Yes Yes Best for Paved roads Urban and country City and urban roads Urban and light off-road Best slick tires They all have good puncture protection, decent grip on the road and reflective side walls for extra visibility even on dark days. The Schwalbe Marathon Plus, the Continental Contact Plus and the Continental Ride Tour are outstanding 700c commuter tires. I tested the best commuter tires in the past few years and ranked them for you. Most commuter bikes come with 700c tires, but unfortunately, many of them don’t have good puncture protection out of the box. Reliability is one of the most important characteristics of a commuter bike, and having good quality tires that prevent you from getting flats all the time allows you to ride safely and reliably.
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