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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
"Mark" wrote in message om... I currently wish to upgrade my tires to a better riding, lighter, and more sophisticated tire from the Vittoria Zaffir 700x22 that I am now using. I basically ride in dry weather on Ashphalt, and wish to buy a tire with a bit better ride, and with less rolling resistance (Not neccesarily looking for a high mileage tire, or on the other hand, the absolutely lightest tire on the market either) I have somewhat narrowed it down to the Michelin Pro Race 700x23, the Vittoria Open Corsa CX 700x23, or perhaps a fine offering from a top of the line Veloflex? I'm sorry if this topic has been covered before. I'm open to suggestion, and I would like to hear your likes/dislikes with the few tires I mention above. TIA Mark I've got two favorite tires; the Continental GP3000 in 700x25 and the Vittoria Open Corsa EVO CX. The Contis get good mileage and give a good ride. The Vittorias give a fabulous ride, but the mileage is slightly less than the Contis. If I'm going on a long ride, 75+ miles, I'll have the Vittorias on. I've had Michelins before, they are a good tire but an absolute bear to get on and off the rims. If you have a flat on the road with a Michelin, two or three tire levers are a must. I can get the Conti and Vittoria tires on and off with just my hands. |
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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
"Dave Thompson" wrote in message ... "Mark" wrote in message om... I currently wish to upgrade my tires to a better riding, lighter, and more sophisticated tire from the Vittoria Zaffir 700x22 that I am now using. I basically ride in dry weather on Ashphalt, and wish to buy a tire with a bit better ride, and with less rolling resistance (Not neccesarily looking for a high mileage tire, or on the other hand, the absolutely lightest tire on the market either) I have somewhat narrowed it down to the Michelin Pro Race 700x23, the Vittoria Open Corsa CX 700x23, or perhaps a fine offering from a top of the line Veloflex? I'm sorry if this topic has been covered before. I'm open to suggestion, and I would like to hear your likes/dislikes with the few tires I mention above. TIA Mark I've got two favorite tires; the Continental GP3000 in 700x25 and the Vittoria Open Corsa EVO CX. The Contis get good mileage and give a good ride. The Vittorias give a fabulous ride, but the mileage is slightly less than the Contis. If I'm going on a long ride, 75+ miles, I'll have the Vittorias on. I've had Michelins before, they are a good tire but an absolute bear to get on and off the rims. If you have a flat on the road with a Michelin, two or three tire levers are a must. I can get the Conti and Vittoria tires on and off with just my hands. I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. Problem is finding it. Your LBS should be able to order them or check out Sheldon Brown, Licktons, World Class Cycles and G to G tandems to name a few online shops.... |
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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
"Dave Thompson" wrote in message ... "Mark" wrote in message om... I currently wish to upgrade my tires to a better riding, lighter, and more sophisticated tire from the Vittoria Zaffir 700x22 that I am now using. I basically ride in dry weather on Ashphalt, and wish to buy a tire with a bit better ride, and with less rolling resistance (Not neccesarily looking for a high mileage tire, or on the other hand, the absolutely lightest tire on the market either) I have somewhat narrowed it down to the Michelin Pro Race 700x23, the Vittoria Open Corsa CX 700x23, or perhaps a fine offering from a top of the line Veloflex? I'm sorry if this topic has been covered before. I'm open to suggestion, and I would like to hear your likes/dislikes with the few tires I mention above. TIA Mark I've got two favorite tires; the Continental GP3000 in 700x25 and the Vittoria Open Corsa EVO CX. The Contis get good mileage and give a good ride. The Vittorias give a fabulous ride, but the mileage is slightly less than the Contis. If I'm going on a long ride, 75+ miles, I'll have the Vittorias on. I've had Michelins before, they are a good tire but an absolute bear to get on and off the rims. If you have a flat on the road with a Michelin, two or three tire levers are a must. I can get the Conti and Vittoria tires on and off with just my hands. I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. Problem is finding it. Your LBS should be able to order them or check out Sheldon Brown, Licktons, World Class Cycles and G to G tandems to name a few online shops.... |
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Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or
the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. |
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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or
the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. |
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I ditto this!
The Avocet Carbon 12 Road 25c http://www.avocet.com/tirepages/carbon12_specs.html -tom "Paul" wrote in message ... Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. |
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I ditto this!
The Avocet Carbon 12 Road 25c http://www.avocet.com/tirepages/carbon12_specs.html -tom "Paul" wrote in message ... Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. |
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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
"Paul" wrote in message ... Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. I use the Avocet Fasgrip tires, formerly known as Road 30 700x28 (actually measured 24-26mm wide) and now known as the Fasgrip Carbon 12 700x25 (accurately measured). The kevlar belt is not as much of a factor as the fact that the tire has an all carbon black tread. In contrast, most tires today have color which is either an all silica tread or a mix of silica and something else. I think Michelin and Continental have an all carbon black tire, not sure. With the wider 700x25, as oppose to the 700x20/23 used by most riders today, you can run lower psi (100-110psi) versus 120++ used by many, and with more air volume, you get more comfort. |
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Recommendation for a Good Clincher Tire
"Paul" wrote in message ... Are you referring to the kevlar belted Avocets or the non-kelvar? Paul I agree that if *comfort* is a priority, get 700x25 and run it at 100-110psi. I use Avocet tires and love it. Wide, comfy, with low rolling resistance (arguably one of the lowest tested!), its a great tire. I use the Avocet Fasgrip tires, formerly known as Road 30 700x28 (actually measured 24-26mm wide) and now known as the Fasgrip Carbon 12 700x25 (accurately measured). The kevlar belt is not as much of a factor as the fact that the tire has an all carbon black tread. In contrast, most tires today have color which is either an all silica tread or a mix of silica and something else. I think Michelin and Continental have an all carbon black tire, not sure. With the wider 700x25, as oppose to the 700x20/23 used by most riders today, you can run lower psi (100-110psi) versus 120++ used by many, and with more air volume, you get more comfort. |
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