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Old 07-02-12 | 11:44 AM
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Bikes: Waterford RST-22, Bob Jackson World Tour, Ritchey Breakaway Cross, Soma Saga, De Bernardi SL, Specialized Sequoia

Paselas were about the slowest riding tires I have ever used. I wouldn't have minded if they were also more comfortable, but they weren't. GP 4 Seasons ride nicer and have much lower rolling resistance. However, I personally find that the Rubino Pro IIs ride better than GP 4 Seasons and are a lot less expensive. You can buy Rubinos for less than $30 each on line if you shop around, and they are available in 25 and 28 mm folders. Clement Stradas folders are also available in 28s for a reasonable price, although I haven't used them personally. The best thing Paselas have going for them is the price, particularly the wire bead version but I only use folders due to the weight savings. A personal issue I have with Paselas is that the tan sidewalls looks really nasty after the first time you ride in the rain. I like the way they look when new, but mine were discolored after one rain ride and I could never get them clean after that. Not a huge issue but if you like to keep your bikes looking nice, it's something to consider.
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