Michelin Pro3 Race alternatives (Cheaper OR Better)
10-04-09, 02:24 PM
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Michelin Pro3 Race alternatives (Cheaper OR Better)
For my fast training rides/ triathlon races
I've just about used up my Pro Races, and have been (knock on wood) nearly flat free throughout. I did have to replace one of the tires early on due to a glass slash, though. Point being, I don't need something a whole lot more durable.
Any other suggestions for tires with comparable rolling resistance? Faster? Cheaper? Gripper? All of the above?
Best price I've found is $79 for a pair at bikeisland.com. Other places are a couple bucks more on average.
I've just about used up my Pro Races, and have been (knock on wood) nearly flat free throughout. I did have to replace one of the tires early on due to a glass slash, though. Point being, I don't need something a whole lot more durable.
Any other suggestions for tires with comparable rolling resistance? Faster? Cheaper? Gripper? All of the above?
Best price I've found is $79 for a pair at bikeisland.com. Other places are a couple bucks more on average.
10-04-09, 02:27 PM
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krylion carbons here. Great tire.
10-04-09, 02:29 PM
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Continential Grand Prix 4000 S
...with many more individuals to come who will recommend the same tire.
...with many more individuals to come who will recommend the same tire.
10-04-09, 02:30 PM
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Looks like the GP4000S run about 113/pair, anyone seen better deals?
Comparable wear resistance to the michelins?
Comparable wear resistance to the michelins?
10-04-09, 03:04 PM
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Those are out of stock, but the 4000S are in stock.
https://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=Y1014
what's the difference? All I can find is that the black versions of each might be the same, but colored 4000 tires may be different in compound.
https://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=Y1014
what's the difference? All I can find is that the black versions of each might be the same, but colored 4000 tires may be different in compound.
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black GP4000 = GP4000 S
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With the new Black Chili Compound rolling resistance is reduced by 26%, grip is increased by 30% and mileage is increased by 5%.
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I like 4000s. Got my first flats at just about 4000 mi, one a wire-crap puncture, another a snake-bite on ****-bad rumble-strip the likes of which I had never seen before. I got another set, about 1000 mi so far no flats.
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For translation on ****-bad, it starts with an s ends with a t and has hi in the middle.
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No love for the Attack/ Force combo? I keep getting tempted to try them. I take it the GP4000S is better?
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My Pro Race 3 slit like crazy, so I tried Continental GP 4000s, but they wore out pretty quickly. So now I'm using Vittoria Rubino Pros. $47 a pair on PBK. I can't comment on handling or ride or cornering since I'm not a tire afficionardo.
10-04-09, 03:59 PM
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Panaracer has a new lightweight facing slick, the Extreme Evo3. I haven't received mine yet, but panaracer has a history of making high-quality tires at a reasonable price. They previously haven't really had an entry in the lightweight road slick category. These are pretty light, and a good price - maybe 30 bucks (not sure; I get ep prices). I'll be sure to post some impressions once I've got a few miles on them. I'm looking forward to trying them out.
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Oh, and another tyre worth a look is the Vredestein Fortezza Tricomp. To be honest a top of the line clincher from any of the major manufacturers is likely to be good enough that you won't feel the difference.
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10-04-09, 04:45 PM
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I've read some good reports on the Serfas Seca tires. They go for $30 or $35.
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Timely post. I had a pro 3 flat twice today. One hole was on the main tread, the other was near it. I hadn't had any trouble then two in a day, kinda steamrolls. I'm having a hard time wanting more pro's. Thanks for the tip on the 4000 S. I'll try a couple. I've been using Gators in the past but then they to got two cuts right on the main surface.
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