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some of the best things go with super singles. less to check during your pre-trip. one of the best things is a 3% fule use. another is your weight distribution is better (more surface area) less to repare. those are all the reasons I can think of.

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They offer a slight weight advantage.. otherwise, they're crap. The fuel savings claim can't be verified, you can't limp it in if you blow a tire, better weight distribution is false - they're typically 445s, meaning 445mm wide - that's less aspect ratio than what two 255 - 295 tires offer.

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