Road tire suggestions

[Crinkle]

I am currently running Kenda Koncept Lites 23x700 kevlar bead. Not a bad tire, its what came on the bike when i got it. I am thrashing the rear tire with my trainer right now, which i was told is a normal thing. Soooo, when this cast comes off and the bike gets instantly removed from the trainer, i will probably need a new rear tire. Any suggestions? I don't feel like doing the research and I am completely relying on maggot experience. If it matters, I am currently large for a road rider @ 190#'s, riding dry colorado roads. Not looking to break the bank, nothing super performance oriented.

mucho grassy ass

[Z]

2.8s pussy.

[pechelman]

here ya go

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...slisearch=true

[Plakespear]

I can't reccomend a specific model right now, but I have always had great luck with Michelin.

[CantDog]

Michelin Pro Race.

[Vinman]

3rd for michelin pro race. I also like the conti attck/force combo which is my current set.

I did have a michelin pro race blow a side wall about a year ago though.

[pechelman]

any reason in particular you guys would suggest the pro race version to him?
Its not really lighter and it probably wont last as long. He said he didnt want a super performance tire.

Those carbons are pretty nice. Center spot is hard and long wearing and the outer edges have a bit more grip for cornering. Plus you can buy a pair for the same price you can buy 1 pro race.

[Squatch]

i have conti ultrasports. mid-ranged quality, but they do their job quite adequately for me (235 lbs)

[AfroMullet]

michelin pro race.

[peterslovo]

I have Vredestein Fortezza SEs that were inexpensive, roll well, and have been very flat-resistant. Very happy - highly recommend.

[marshalolson]

MICHELIN OR CONTI.

[Crinkle]

now there is a bunch of posts AFTER i get back from the bike shop, don't fret I didn't buy any new tires though, just new shoes for the mtn bike. Adidas Marthon's fo 70 dollar, bargain and a half. Nice shoe too. But thanks for the replies, I have something to work with now.

[mushmouth]

conti gp 3000. I had a set of these for awhile, switched to the mich pro race, but liked these soooo much better. can't put my finger on it. when i first went to the michy's i thought they felt "soft" compared to the conti. can't explain it. never had any flatting issues. only flat i've had in 4 years that was tire not tube related was a shard of glass that no tire would have prevented. I will always buy conti.

[marshalolson]

oh, and get soe 28's. you ain't racing, why roll race tires. 28's are good for us fat guys when we put some miles on the old steed

[El Chupacabra]

I don't like Michelins -- every Michelin road tire I've had has developed cracks in the casing far too early in its lifespan (like 2-3 months after putting them on the bike).

I prefer Continentals. The lower/mid range ones are cheap, durable, grippy, fairly flat resistant... all you could ask for in a recreational non-racing tire.

[CantDog]

Huh, I tried running low end conti tubulars and they were horrible--I wouldnt touch another conti unless it was one of their high end ones.

Pro Races can be had for cheap (biketiresdirect and places like that, check roadbikereview.com for links) roll fast, are sticky, have decent wear characteristics for how soft they are.

The tire is the only part of the bike that contacts the road, why buy cheap crappy tires? So you wear out tires and replace them--it just means you are riding a lot, which last time I checked, was a good thing.

I've got vredsteins that I picked up for next to nothing at a swap meet and am just running them as something to beat on. Havent been impressed either way. I've got an order in for some Schwalbe Stelvios, so I can report back in a bit what those are like.


currently the prorace2s are 35 bucks on biketiresdirect. not a bad deal at all.

[snow_slider]

Conti Grand Prix Supersonics are awesome if you don't mind flats. They are about 150 grams per and you can inflate them to 145 psi. Super fast and grippy as hell. Great road feel with 350tpi casing, but they flat if you look at them wrong.

Next up for me is gonna be Vittoria Open Corsa Evo CX, Michelin Pro2 Race or Pro2 Light, or Veloflex Corsa or Pave tires.

[Vinman]

145 psi would vibrate my junk a little more than I like

[Andy_B]

What about the Maxxis Re-fuse? I have been using them on my CX bike to train and commute to work on. Not super light but they seem to be tuff as nails as far has punctures are concerned.

[snow_slider]

145 psi would vibrate my junk a little more than I like

Then don't try the Tufo Pro Jets. You can pump them up to 220psi!

[Vinman]

Then don't try the Tufo Pro Jets. You can pump them up to 220psi!

Unless you want an instant case of erectile dysfunction I would not be trying that.

[CantDog]

Actually running really high pressure I really dont notice it any more jarring that usual---but it does roll a lot faster.

Stay away from tufos at all costs, especially the tubular clinchers.

Veloflex makes damn nice tires. Expensive though.

[Telephil]

I love the Michelin Pro Race's, but i don't usually train on them, unless I'm just too lazy to switch wheelsets. So, I would second pechelmans choice for the carbon pro or whatever it's called. Still a great tire, will last longer and is cheap.

[Crinkle]

yeah I am going to pick up a pair of those Michelin Carbon's. I think I'd rather go with a cheaper tire for now and move up in price if I'm not happy. 50 buckaros is steep IMO for a road tire. yes seen for 35 plus shipping at biketiresdirect. thanks for the input, i'll be sure to post back what i think when i get out on it

[pechelman]

fyi
just got an email from performance
micheline carbons for 20 bucks