38c max size on a Cube Cross Race Pro 2016

[MrGrumpy]

As above currently got some gravel king 35c SK tyres fitted but rear is quite worn and looking to fit something slicker for the road. Anyone squeezed anything bigger than 35c on ? Wheel rims are Ryde Edge 25 OS

 

[Cycleops]

The rims should be able to take 40c, maybe more and you have plenty of frame clearance. Bear in mind depending on the make and size it may not make it feel any quicker.

 

[MrGrumpy]

Rims will be no bother but rear seat stays might be neat as it tapers in quite sharp. Front forks looks to have bags of room. Speed not a top priority but nothing too draggy

 

[vickster]

Why do you need bigger than 35 for the road. I find 32 plenty wide enough on my CX!

 

[MrGrumpy]

maybe as I`m not only always on the road

 

[vickster]

maybe as I`m not only always on the road

You did say you want something slicker for the road

 

[twentysix by twentyfive]

Is there such a thing as a slick tyre at 35c and beyond?

 

[Cycleops]

Is there such a thing as a slick tyre at 35c and beyond?

Yes there is. I had a pair of these Specialized Electrak tyres 45c x700 on a bike I purchased down here;
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/electrak-armadillo/p/155358

 

[MrGrumpy]

Is there such a thing as a slick tyre at 35c and beyond?

Yep you can , might have a slight file tread on them.

 

[twentysix by twentyfive]

Yes there is. I had a pair of these Specialized Electrak tyres 45c x700 on a bike I purchased down here;
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/electrak-armadillo/p/155358

Yep you can , might have a slight file tread on them.

Live and learn. Thanks