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Gary, why a smaller diameter wheel for winter?

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Old 09-20-2005, 10:37 AM
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Default Gary, why a smaller diameter wheel for winter?

I follow the logic on a narrower tire, but why a smaller diameter wheel? Thanks!
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Default Taller sidewall offers more wheel protection, lower prices, greater tire selection.

<ul><li><a href="http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AR8&amp;url=/winter/index.jsp">winter tires</a></li></ul>
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Default A smaller diameter tire has no advantage at all (except price).

As Gary said, the narrower tire's taller sidewall provides additional wheel protection from winter potholes.
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