Mountain Biking - IRC Mythos Slicks vs. Ritchey Speedmax

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bfloyd
08-16-07, 04:23 PM
I'm looking for a semi slick that will last well on paved roads (I'm riding about 50/50 between the two). I found good deals on both the IRC Mythos Slicks and the Ritchey Speedmax. Which one will give me the most tread life and hold up the best? Thanks.

DirtPedalerB
08-16-07, 08:46 PM
Speedmax is my pick ... The irc will not ride as smooth on the street.
bfloyd
08-17-07, 05:58 AM
Speedmax is my pick ... The irc will not ride as smooth on the street.

I heard that the Ritchey has a softer rubber, thus wearing faster.

DirtPedalerB
08-17-07, 07:01 PM
they all wear fast on the street. you may be right about the ritchey rubber.. I bought some z-max evolutions and the rubber feels softer than any of my other tires.. I ride them on the road some and they don't seem to be wearing more than usual.