Thread: Tires: black, tan-wall or color?
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Old 03-11-16 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Velognome
Cheap colored tires = Hipster rides
Yes, cheap tires are appalling, no matter what the appearance.

However, not all colored tires are cheap! (but bargain prices are out there)

Vittoria Open Corsa CX Folding Road Tyre | ProBikeKit.com

The Vittoria Open Corsa CX is the clincher model of the world renowned and most-used tubular. It's proven to be the fastest all-round racing tyre on the market. The 320 TPI Corespun casing delivers a supple ride and outstanding handling, along with PRB 2.0 puncture resistance. - A.D.

Key Features:

Special tread compound for excellent grip in corners
This is a clincher tyre and will only fit on a clincher compatible rim
ISOgrip compound offers superior grip
Available in 5 colours
Corespun 320TPI casing offers ultra-low rolling resistance
700c folding clincher tyre
Usage: Racing
Tyre Type Dimensions Weight Min / Max PSI
Imperial ETRTO
Clincher 700 x 21 21-622 195g 115/145
Clincher 700 x 23 23-622 210g 115/145
Clincher 700 x 25 25-622 220g 115/145
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