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Among several of my articles, you might see the most critical part of any bike tire, and size is one of the most searched parts.

Especially with road bikes, there are 3 types of road bike tires you can buy. The clincher tires have open use of the inner tube. The tubeless tires – the rider can find the inner tube is removed from the design and rims. And the tubular tires that don’t include walls and bead hooks.

Besides the fact that the size and width are not all, you have to care about it. To be detailed and invest in the best road bike, you need to know and pick the right puncture resistance.

Therefore, you can find it’s hard to look for puncture resistant tires in the market, or sometimes people just don’t know about its existence. Bear in mind that you will have to choose the right tires that suit your purposes and frame’s bike.

So, What’s The Difference?

The puncture resistance – as a puncture guard — has to be made from rough materials with high standards in quality so that it can handle hard surfaces, enhance safety, and reduce rolling resistance. To be compared with other ordinary tires, it adds more grip for the bike in any weather such as wet or muddy roads.

So, it’s not a compulsory task, but to first step upgrade your bike, you need a puncture resistance.

Below are some types of good puncture resistant tires that you may want to consider.

Specialized All Condition Armadillo

For anyone who wants a rigid performance with a road bike, the Special All Condition Armadillo should be the best choice. Designed to handle the long-distance tour and commuting road, the tires deliver a sturdy and tough feel.

Released in sizes, 700x23c, 700x25c, 700x28c, 700x30c, and 700x32c, you will have more choices for your bike’s frame. With 60 TPI, these puncture resistant tires will be much heavier to be compared with other racing tires of 300 TPI. It ensures the roughness of the tires when riding and prevents the tires from scratch and cuts.

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BMX bikes are the heart and soul of many riders over the world. However, choosing their first bike may not be easy, especially when there are thousands of brands out there.

Today, we will go through the top 10 BMX bike brands with their pros and cons. This post wants to help you know what the best choices are and which brand is most suitable for your needs. Wait no longer and let’s check them out right now!

Mongoose

Mongoose is the leading authoritative source in the BMX bike world. They are most well-known for the Legion BMX series. The collection has super cool BMX bikes of different sizes. You can choose the L20 if you’re small or the L100 if you’re a big rider.

Folks love Mongoose bikes because they feature durable, strong Cr-Mo frame. Keep in mind, though, that the assembling process might be a bit of a nightmare. So, if you’re a beginner, we recommend getting someone to help you or professional assembly. But overall, from beginners to advanced riders, you can trust the quality of Mongoose BMX bikes.

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When selecting the most suitable type of bike, many people wonder what the difference between a comfort bike and a cruiser bike is.

In this post, you will find the answer. With that answer, you can more confidently choose the kind of bike that best suits your type of riding and environment.

Cruiser Bike

Cruiser bikes are bikes with a very classic design.They usually have a curved top.

Generally, the handlebars and the seat on a cruiser are bigger. This is because they are built for cruising for a longer period of time.

Speaking of construction, cruisers are very simple. Most cruisers fall into the category of 1 to 7 speeds. However, there are some brands that make cruisers with gears up to 21 speeds.

Many people use a cruiser to cruise around town, run some quick errands, or get some light exercise when they have the time.

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Comfort Bike

Comfort bikes do exactly what they say in their name. They are meant for comfort.

This is why comfort bikes are usually recommended for folks who are having difficulty in moving their back, knees, or wrists.

The seat on a comfort bike is bigger and wider. This is to support the weight of the rider and make them more comfortable.

The most unique feature you will see on many comfort bikes is the Step-Thru top tube. Thanks to this feature, riders can hop on and off the bike with ease.

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