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MJ of Paonia from Paonia, CO on 1/16/2025 9:24:33 PM:
I would like to ride the Katy Trail in September. Will my road bike with 28mm tires work on the trail?

 
Gary Winzenburger from Washington on 1/17/2025 11:36:08 AM:
They should, but the type of tread is important. Katy is made up of packed chat that can become muddy and slick in places after a rain, which can happen in September. I would recommend tires with good overall traction. Good luck and have fun.

 
KB from Boonville on 1/23/2025 12:31:42 PM:
I rode just fine all December on my 28 slicks. That said, when it was wet after 4 days of snowmelt, trail was slimy and my narrow tires sunk in and became quite slow, but totally doable. So I would say 28 is fine, but minimal. It might also help that I don't weigh barely a buck and a half..

 
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 1/23/2025 12:52:55 PM:
Your 28 tires might be doable but sink in the trail. People that follow you when the trail dries out will curse you for creating ruts. Bad karma will follow you. But hey, it’s your choice.

 
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 1/24/2025 2:11:05 PM:
If you weigh 300lbs, then 28mm tires won't be too great. If you weigh 85lbs, you're good to go.