Quoting Jan Heine <[email protected]>: > > On smooth paved roads, the difference between the Hetre (650B x 40 mm > actual) and the Cypres (650B x 30 mm actual) is minimal. Once the > roads get rough, the Hetre absorbs bigger bumps (expansion joints, > frost heaves, chipseal, potholes) better. On unpaved roads, the Cypres > is fine, but the Hetre is better, especially on deep gravel. > > Regarding flats, Gino had bad luck in his area with the Cypres. I get > around 2000 miles between flats here in Seattle, compared to about > 3000 miles for a Rivendell Rolly-Poly. It all depends where you ride > and how you ride. From what I hear, the Hetre does appear more flat- > proof. I haven't had a flat on mine yet, but I have only ridden them > about 3000 miles. Speed-wise, there probably is little between these > tires, especially once the Hetre's thicker tread wears down a bit.
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