I have a question about vintage 28" wheelsets. Please excuse my ignorance as I haven't had much experience in this area. I would like to know how people are getting thier vintage 28" frames rolling. I like the ballon tire look. I like the taller frames. Looking around at different cycling sites all I seem to get is more confused. 700c, 29", 27" what the heck? I really want to get started in this area but can't seem to get this right in my head. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you. Jim...
28 inch wheel sets.
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700c and 29er are same rim just different tires,and should fit an old school 28" frame . 27" and the EA3 (26tx13/8 ) would work as well. but may be harder to find new,...
Here is link to Sheldon Browns website. Everything that you ever wanted to know about tire sizing.
http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html
http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html
For my Racycle, which is a 28" frame, I used 700c wheels, with a 40 tire.
It comes to about 27 1/2 inches in total diameter, which is pretty close. Plus, unlike true 28's, I'll actually be able to find parts and tires/tubes for the 700c.
It comes to about 27 1/2 inches in total diameter, which is pretty close. Plus, unlike true 28's, I'll actually be able to find parts and tires/tubes for the 700c.
