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Road cycling is an epic sport, and long days out in the saddle can be great fun. Working hard on tough climbs and enjoying the breeze on fast descents is like nothing else. Road cycling is getting increasingly popular, and many fitness enthusiasts are turning to lightweight bikes with skinny tires for their cardiovascular fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s also a side of cycling that many people forget, bike maintenance. Keeping on top of oil, chains, cables, and tires is a skill in itself. A question we are often asked is how long road tires last. In this article, we\u2019ll tell you the unique characteristics of road bike tires and let you know the different types of road tires, how to look after them properly, and finally, how long they last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road bike tires are designed to be fast on the tarmac but also give you excellent grip. Here\u2019s what you will find when looking at road bike tires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road bike tires are much smaller than other types you might find on the market. Modern day ties come in at a width of 23c to 28c, and these are typically the smallest tires on the market as far as width goes. The diameter is actually very large on road bike tires, typically 700c which is the same as a 29\u201d mountain bike tire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road bike tires run at very high pressure. They do not need to take impacts or roll over technical obstacles. Your typical pressure would be anywhere from 60psi to 100psi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road bike tires are smooth and slick, like race car tires. They are made to be slick, so there’s as much of the tire on the ground as possible to create grip. They are not good on loose terrain and require the roughness of tarmac to control the bike. On slippery surfaces such as drains, they are near useless.<\/p>\n\n\n If you want to extend the life of your road tires to get the most value out of them as possible, then we highly recommend keeping on top of these top tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keeping the correct pressure will go a long way to prolonging the life of your tire. If it\u2019s too low, you can cause uneven tire wear. If it\u2019s too high, you can cause blowouts which can easily cause tire rips and accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most common practices we advise, either after you finish riding or before each ride, is to check your tires for flint or small pieces of rock. If you do this, you can find sharp objects which currently lay dormant and can be taken out before they cause any damage to the inner tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Road bike tires are designed to be ridden on roads, where they will perform best and last the longest. If you use them on gravel or rough terrain, you will find them to deteriorate much faster and just not last as long as they should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A great trick many cyclists do is to switch their tires halfway through life. The rear tire of a bike will typically wear quicker than the front, so if you switch them at the right time, you can get some free miles.<\/p>\n\n\n Road bike tires come in many different forms and have certain characteristics which set them apart from each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the market, you will hear about folding and non-folding tires. Folding tires are a more premium option. They are not wired inside and have more flexibility. A folding tire’s compound gives better performance, but they often wear out much faster. Non-folding tires have a wired compound which offers a better structure, and with many, you can find they will last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TPI stands for threads per inch. There\u2019s a common misconception that the more thread per inch, the better puncture protection when actually it\u2019s the opposite. The more threads in a tire, the less rubber compound. A lower TPI will make a tire lighter and help it perform, but less rubber does make it wear quicker and more prone to punctures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tires are designed for certain types of riding. A racing tire will be made to be fast and lightweight. An endurance tire will be designed to have puncture protection and a good level of performance. A puncture-resistant tire will be designed with less performance but a better level of protection. Typically tires made with a higher level of protection will last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tires mount and seal in different ways and, because of this, are made differently. Tubular tires are typically made for racing and have a fairly short lifespan. Tubeless and clincher typically last much longer and are built for higher mileage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Related: <\/strong>How To Deflate A Bike Tire?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n There are a lot of different variables when it comes to how long a road bike tire will last. Brand, cost, the terrain you ride on, and rider weight make a difference. This can only be taken as a rough estimate. Here are a few tables to give you examples of how long you can expect a tire to last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>What are the unique properties of road bike tires?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Skinny and Large<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>High PSI<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Smooth and Slick<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>How do you look after your road tires?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Keep checking the pressure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Check for rips and flint<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Be selective on the roads you use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Switch Front to Back<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>The different types of road bike tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Folding or Non Folding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>TPI rating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Type of Tire<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Tubeless, Tubular, and Clincher<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>How long do road bike tires last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n