Originally Posted by
antokelly
Folks anyone using the grandbios Compass tires for everyday use and touring.
i intend getting them after christmas but love to know your thoughts on them before i buy
thanks.
antokelly.
I use them for both, road and touring. I weigh 160 and my loaded touring bike weighs 75 lbs.
For my road bike I use the 700x32 (Cypres). My touring bike has the 559x44 (26x1.75")
I've been averaging about 1 flat per 500 miles. Are they worth it? That depends on your riding style, road conditions, and your tolerance to the occasional flat. For me the slight decrease in rolling resistance is, for now, worth the trade off.
A lot of good advice has been given above. Tires, like everything else, are a personal choice.