They did a good job explaining the tire sizing to you. You want to go to the bike store and get a matching pair of 26 x 2.25 (to 2.50 wide) tires.
If you have never mounted tires, and don't have a friend to help you, have them mount them for you AND ask them if you can watch and learn. You need the same skills to repair a flat.
It might be a good idea to take the bike in with you and explain to them the situation, and have them give the once over of the bike. Make sure it is oiled and brakes adjusted. And, if the tires are trash, there is a good chance, so are the tubes.
Have a good spring ride for me!
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Rick J
2010-04-05 10:46:39 UTC
For the 26x47/50. the 26 refers to the diameter of the tire, since mountain bike tires are available in 24, 26, and 29 inch sizes, so you will need a 26 inch tire (which is the most common). the 47/50 refers to the width of a tire. So you will probably want to be looking for a tire that is between 2.0 inches to 2.45 inches wide. The "hook bead rim" part is just the way the tire is connected to the rim and is the most common.
If you go to a bicycle store and tell them that you need a 26 inch tire they will have something for you. Look at tires like the Continental Mountain King 26x2.2.
hillbilly
2010-04-05 10:42:23 UTC
Is there a bike shop in your area? Take a tire into them and ask for help and they will point you in the right direction to make a sale. Otherwise, take your information to a Walmart or some place like that and ask the sales clerks for help, maybe they can assist. Good luck.
agb90spruce
2010-04-05 10:42:17 UTC
Sounds like what is on it are 26 X 1.9". The first number (26) is the diameter and the second (1.9) is the width. You need a 26" tire, but can vary the width as long as it isn't narrower than the rim. ... so a 1.75 - 2.25 would fit. Look for tires in this range and focus on tread pattern. Lugged treads for dirt and smooth centre ridge tires for city streets.
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