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Tread
design involves both the selection of the elastomer (rubber) and the pattern
of the rubber surface. Some examples are illustrated below. The road tires
shown to the left have treads that remove water to the side, and also a relatively
smooth tread to minimize rolling resistance. The right hand photograph
shows a mountain bike tire (Michelin Chamonix) that will provide a good trail
grip even with a wet, unpaved surface. The lower right picture is a tread
designed for a muddy trail (ExperTraction) |
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