| Different types of bicycles call for different types of | | | | traction on the exteriors for riding on sand, mud, and |
| bicycle tires. To ensure that you get the best | | | | soil surfaces. They also have center knobs and |
| performance, make sure that you get the one that's | | | | ramped edges which allow you to easily break and |
| compatible for yours. | | | | prevent the bicycle from rolling off. |
| Types of tires | | | | BMX: BMX tires are small and narrow, which makes |
| There are four general types of bicycle tires: tubular, | | | | them ideal for making tricks and flips. They have side |
| clincher, mountain bike, and BMX. | | | | lugs for ease in cornering and are treaded fro dirt, |
| Tubular: Tubular tires are primarily used in racing and | | | | track, and trail jumping. Staggered center lugs that are |
| are made of lightweight rubber great for fast and | | | | fitted close to each other allow you better speed |
| aggressive riding. They are also bead-free and are | | | | controls. |
| actually composed of two separate parts that are | | | | How to buy: Some tips |
| sewn together. Using special cement, they are fitted | | | | When you're buying bicycle tires, always keep in mind |
| into bicycle rims through inner tubes. | | | | your bicycle and your riding style. If you're into off-road |
| Clincher: Clincher tires are known as the traditional type | | | | and mountain biking, opt for knobbed and treaded tires |
| of tire used in bicycles. They are the most common, | | | | since they give you more support and traction, which |
| and unlike tubular tires, they have metal beads or | | | | prevents you from falling off or slipping when you're on |
| folding fabrics. Clincher tires come with inner tubes and | | | | muddy terrains. Natural rubber tires are strong enough |
| fabric cases, with some made of Kevlar layers that | | | | to withstand extensive use, yet lightweight enough so |
| are resistant to punctures. | | | | they don't slow you down. Tires with higher air |
| Mountain Bike: Mountain bike tires are made from | | | | pressures are great for riding fast, such as in road |
| natural rubber materials and are specifically designed | | | | racing, while lower air pressures are meant for leisure |
| for use on mountainous terrains, fitted with special | | | | rides. |