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Looking for new tires. I have a Lynskey Procross frame that I ride primarily on limestone and gravel with occasional asphalt. No racing, just spirited rides. I've pretty much worn out the tires I have (Conti speed king) and I'm wondering if the forum has any suggestions for a tire that is durable and good on gravel. Wheels are velocity deep-v's - although that may change to Open Pro.
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I don't ride much in those conditions, so all my tires are either slicks or off-road tires, but I from other threads I've read on these boards I'd say Schwalbe Marathon Duremes or Vittoria Randonneurs might be good options.
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I ride a lot of gravel, too. I would look for tires that have strong sidewalls and extra puncture protection. It adds weight, but you may not care. I rode the Conti's you describe because they came on a bike. They weren't bad but really didn't last long. Race inspired tires usually don't. They're built for light weight. You definitely want touring tires. My Ritchey SpeedMax Delta's have done well.
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I ride a lot of gravel, too. I would look for tires that have strong sidewalls and extra puncture protection. It adds weight, but you may not care. I rode the Conti's you describe because they came on a bike. They weren't bad but really didn't last long. Race inspired tires usually don't. They're built for light weight. You definitely want touring tires. My Ritchey SpeedMax Delta's have done well.
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