700 x 23C bike tyres

23-622 is the ETRTO marking for this nominal size. Compare current tyre families below, then confirm the exact variant against your bicycle, rim and riding needs.

What 700 x 23C means

ETRTO 23-622700C road and gravel2 catalogued tyre families

A narrow road size found on older race-oriented bicycles. Check frame, brake and rim compatibility before replacing it with a wider tyre.

Nominal sizes are a starting point, not a guarantee of fitted width. Two tyres carrying the same size can measure differently on different rims.

Current tyres listed in 700 x 23C

700 x 23C (23-622) tyre comparison
TyreBrandBest suited toConstructionListed sizesSource
GatorskinA durable road and commuting tyre family aimed at high-mileage use.ContinentalRoad · CommutingTube typeManufacturer specifications
Schwalbe OneAn all-round road tyre explicitly designed for use with an inner tube.SchwalbeRoadTube onlyManufacturer specifications

Check the complete fit, not just the name

Match the ETRTO diameter

A marking such as 28-622 gives the nominal width first and the bead-seat diameter second. The diameter must match the rim.

Allow real-world clearance

Actual width varies with the rim and casing. Leave space around the frame, fork, brakes and mudguards, following the bicycle maker’s limits.

Confirm rim and construction

Check permitted rim width, pressure range and whether the exact tyre-and-rim combination supports tubes, tubeless use or hookless rims.

Before ordering: read the sidewall on the tyre already fitted, then confirm the bike, wheel and tyre manufacturers’ instructions. A qualified mechanic can resolve an uncertain fit.

Continue your comparison

See every size carried by a maker or compare nearby sizes only after confirming your bike’s permitted range.