I’m wanting to know what the thinnest tires i can put on my gravel bike are

Asked by: Amie Clark

Can I put narrower tires on my gravel bike?

Tire width and volume



Wider and higher volume tires are great for really rough roads, trails and loaded riding, where traction and avoiding flats are key. Skinnier tires (40c and below) will roll faster on smooth surfaces like fine gravel, hardpack, or when you’re mixing plenty of pavement in with your off-road rides.

Can I put 28mm tyres on my gravel bike?

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Just make sure the rims have a large inner width to match wider tires. Especially if you go for carbon rims, get at least a 23mm rim, so you can use a 28mm tire but also a 40mm tire if you ever want to.

What tires should I put on my gravel bike?

Mountain bike tire



Some gravel bikes are capable of fitting 650b or 29” mountain bike tires. These are good for the roughest roads and trails possible on a gravel bike, or riders who simply want the extra comfort and traction of higher volume tires. Fast-rolling XC mountain bike tires are the best choice.

Is 30mm enough for gravel?

If you regularly ride on particularly rough roads or want to take in some light gravel sectors, 30mm (or larger) tyres will likely provide you with greater comfort, grip and off-road control, with no impact on rolling resistance.

Can you make a gravel bike a road bike?

ANSWER: You can definitely use a gravel bike as a road bike. However, there are a few small limitations you might run into if you do this. Depending on how you like to ride, it could be important, or not important at all. If you are a road bike racer, then a gravel bike probably won’t work as your primary bike.

Is 32mm enough for gravel riding?

28 to 32mm: These skinnier gravel tires are great for “groad” rides, where you’re mainly on pavement or otherwise packed, smooth, fairly well-maintained gravel or dirt roads. This tire size range provides extra stability on unpaved segments without slowing you down on the asphalt.

How can I make my gravel bike faster?

Quote from video: So you want a wide wheel set but you also want a deep wheel set unless it's super windy and the spokes are going to make a difference as well a surprising difference on rotational drag.

What is a good average speed on a gravel bike?

Your average speed on a gravel bike will depend on your fitness, power, build, and design of your bike. But you should be able to maintain an average speed of 13mph to 15mph on any gravel bike.

What size gravel tire is best?

A 700c tyre in the region of 38 to 42mm width is a good option for a gravel tyre. Such a tyre width strikes a happy medium between grip and comfort on a variety of terrain whilst keeping the weight relatively low and being reasonably fast-rolling on the road.

Are 38mm tires good for gravel?

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38 mm tires are great for pavement and occasional gravel riding. To go with 38 mm tires, you have a choice of wheel sizes: If you’re running superlight carbon rims, go with 700C for 38 mm tires. With aluminum rims, if you like the nimble handling of a racing bike, then choose 650B wheels for 38 mm tires.

Are wider tires faster on gravel?

Not only were the wide tires faster on the gravel, but they’re also less flat-prone because they run at lower pressures.

Why is gravel riding so hard?

Gravel riding is harder because it uses more muscles than typical road riding, including those of your upper body, which mostly just go along for the ride when on pavement.

What weight is a light gravel bike?

The exact weight will depend on which gravel bike you choose but the average gravel bike weighs in at just over 11kg, that’s approximately 2kg heavier than the average road bike.

How much weight do carbon handlebars save?

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Can a gravel bike be used as a mountain bike?

Gravel bikes can be converted to use a mountain bike drivetrain (e.g., SRAM AXS allows for a “mullet” set-up using the 10-50t mountain cassette). But most mountain bikes don’t have enough clearance to fit the larger chainrings of gravel bike drivetrains and top-end speed will always be limited compared to gravel bikes.

Can you put mountain bike wheels on a gravel bike?

So yes, a mountain bike wheel can be used for gravel riding, and yes there are more than a few manufacturers who have simply repurposed old XC wheels to be gravel wheels, but at the end of the day, the requirements of a mountain bike wheel are greater than those of a gravel wheel so if you choose to ride a mountain

How do you turn a mountain bike into a gravel bike?

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What’s the difference between a mountain bike and a gravel bike?

Mountain bikes are undoubtedly more capable on rougher and steeper off-road trails, although they’re not as fast on the road. Gravel bikes are most similar to cross-country bikes, which are designed to cover ground easily and pedal well, while also being able to tackle smaller obstacles and trail features.

What is a good average speed on a gravel bike?

Your average speed on a gravel bike will depend on your fitness, power, build, and design of your bike. But you should be able to maintain an average speed of 13mph to 15mph on any gravel bike.

How off-road can a gravel bike go?

If you’re predominantly wanting to ride on roads, with the occasional off-road track to mix things up, you’ll probably want a bike that rides more like an endurance road bike. Indeed, many of the best endurance road bikes now come with the tyres and clearance (up to 35mm, in many cases) to handle light gravel riding.