Get a Grip This Fall

Written By Jeremy Behnken

Get a Grip This Fall: Why It’s Time to Change Your Bicycle Tires

As summer turns to fall here in Chicagoland, the days get shorter, temperatures drop, and the roads and trails start to change. One of the easiest ways to prepare your bicycle for fall riding is to take a look at your tires.

Fall is a great time to consider switching to a tire with a slightly more aggressive tread.

More Tread Means More Traction

Summer riding conditions are often relatively dry and predictable, but fall can bring wet pavement, damp trails, and one of the biggest hazards for cyclists this time of year — wet leaves.

A tire with a more aggressive tread pattern can provide additional grip and traction when conditions get slippery. The tread helps the tire better conform to the riding surface and can give you more confidence when cornering, braking, or riding over damp leaves and other loose surfaces.

That doesn't mean you need a huge, knobby mountain-bike tire for every bicycle. Depending on where and how you ride, there are plenty of tire options that offer a little more tread while still rolling efficiently on pavement and bike paths.

Don't Forget About Tire Condition

Fall is also a great time to inspect your existing tires. Look for:

  • Cracks or dry rot in the rubber

  • Excessive wear or a flattened center tread

  • Cuts or damage to the sidewalls

  • Exposed casing

  • Frequent flats

  • Tires that are simply getting old

Even if your tires still look okay, replacing worn tires before the weather changes can help keep your fall rides safer and more enjoyable.

Thousands of Tires Ready to Go

At Recycled Cycling Bike Shop, we have thousands of bicycle tires in stock and ready to install. Whether you ride a road bike, mountain bike, hybrid, cruiser, e-bike, or kids' bike, we can help you find the right tire for the way you ride.

Our knowledgeable staff can help you choose a tire that provides the right combination of traction, durability, comfort, and rolling efficiency for your bicycle and riding conditions.

Don't wait until the first cold, wet ride or a flat tire leaves you stranded. Stop by Recycled Cycling Bike Shop and get your bike ready for fall!

More tread. More grip. More confidence. More miles.

📍 Recycled Cycling Bike Shop
28W571 Batavia Rd
Warrenville, IL

Come see us and let’s get your bike ready for fall riding!

Jeremy Behnken

Recycled Cycling Bike Shop, proudly established in Warrenville, Illinois in 2020, is built on a simple belief:

bikes bring people together.

What began as a small, community-focused shop has grown into a trusted destination for cyclists across DuPage County. We offer a wide range of new bikes, quality pre-owned and reconditioned bikes, plus expert service, repairs, and full restorations.

Our shop is deeply rooted in community. From group rides to our annual Chili Cook-Off, Bike Show, and countless local partnerships, we believe in giving back and creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.

Whether you’re a first-time rider, a daily commuter, a mountain biker, or a seasoned road cyclist, our goal is to make sure you feel valued, supported, and excited to ride. At Recycled Cycling, you’re not just buying a bike—you’re joining a community.

Recycled Cycling Bike Shop

Where bikes, community, and kindness come together.

https://www.recycledcycling.com/
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