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Bicycling

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3. So you have a second set of rims, complete with cassette on the rear, for your studs?

Wed Jan 30, 2013, 02:33 AM

Jan 2013

I've been debating this. Doesn't seem like a huge expense and it's a heckuva lot easier to switch wheels rather pry tires off the wheels.

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I may have to pickup studded tires next year for bike commuting [View all] Kennah Jan 2013 OP

I've heard really great things about studded tires. Denninmi Jan 2013 #1

The only downside is increase roll resistance, it is noticeable. happyslug Jan 2013 #2

Yes and No, I have a second set of Rear Rims, but only one front rim happyslug Jan 2013 #4