Originally Posted by
lindafranc
I ride about 7 miles a day on pavement which at times can be uneven, have gravel, get wet or even snow and ice at times. A few years ago I had really good tires but the bicycle store near me closed and I do not remember what the were.
Now I have these slim, treadless in the center of the tires with a little tread on the side of the tires (supposed to direct water away?). I have slipped on wet surfaces and gravel and do not feel secure even on perfectly dry surfaces. Last year I hit black ice and had a major fall and broke my shoulder. I no longer ride when there is ice or even the chance of ice. I do not think I would have fallen like that with my previous tires.
Are there any year-round bicycle tires that will be secure on the road? Any recommendation are greatly appreciated.
It doesn't sound like you are getting much advice about tires, which is what you were asking about. The tires that you liked on the Giant Cypress were either the Giant P-X3, 700x38, Multi-Surface tire or something like it. This is what kind of tread they have:
I would look for another 700x38c tire with a similar tread. It should fit your Verve and will likely have better traction on some wet surfaces and snow compared to the Bontrager H5 tires you have right now. Neither tire will save you on ice.