Today, I’m feeling a bit bad about myself. I’m new to cycling, and to be quite honest, I was going too recklessly and almost got myself hit by a car or two. I could absolutely learn how to check my turns better.
What are your favorite tips for learning how to cycle safely in the city?
I’ve found the tyre compound matters more for grip rather than tyre thickness - specifically for commute cycling on smooth road and paved surfaces.
MTB tyre compounds tend to be much more grippy/rubbery, whereas hybrid & commuter tyre compounds tend to be less grippy to reduce rolling resistance (like Schwalbe road cruisers, land cruisers)
Wide tyres and tread patterns absolutely help, but I think they have their own distinct advantages, like cushioning from rough road surfaces and keeping traction on loose/soft surfaces.
That said I still feel a little bit uncomfortable on my slim 700Cs but they have not failed me yet lol.