I might argue that \#2 can help with the grip downsides. I run a heavier double-120tpi-ply 2.3 in the back at 22ish psi and a lighter reinforced single-60tpi-ply 2.6 in the front at 19ish psi. If I ran a single-60 in the back, no matter the size, I'd need a few more psi to keep the rim off the rocks and the bead on the rim. So I take the weight hit of the heavy casing (way more sidewall stiffness, only a bit more tread stiffness) in exchange for a few less psi and a good bit more grip.
Everything else in that list: yup!
March 15, 2022, 9:44 a.m. - Justin White
I might argue that \#2 can help with the grip downsides. I run a heavier double-120tpi-ply 2.3 in the back at 22ish psi and a lighter reinforced single-60tpi-ply 2.6 in the front at 19ish psi. If I ran a single-60 in the back, no matter the size, I'd need a few more psi to keep the rim off the rocks and the bead on the rim. So I take the weight hit of the heavy casing (way more sidewall stiffness, only a bit more tread stiffness) in exchange for a few less psi and a good bit more grip. Everything else in that list: yup!