Whats the most bang for the buck 28mm tires?
11-22-16, 11:53 PM
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Whats the most bang for the buck 28mm tires?
Looking to get some recommendations, thanks!
11-23-16, 12:11 AM
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Expensive ones are worth it, except they are sensitive to rough pavement. Hat a sidewall cut on a Conti Four Seasons when almost brand new. So if you ride on good pavement, I'd say Conti GP 4000 S are a good bang for the buck - good grip, light, sensibly long lasting, comfortable.
However, if riding on rough pavement and looking for money vs lifetime: Kenda Kwest. Small tread pattern, but roll OK. Great grip in both dry and wet. Heavier, and less comfortable, but durable. And cost around 5 euros where I live. One tenth of a GP 4000 price here.
However, if riding on rough pavement and looking for money vs lifetime: Kenda Kwest. Small tread pattern, but roll OK. Great grip in both dry and wet. Heavier, and less comfortable, but durable. And cost around 5 euros where I live. One tenth of a GP 4000 price here.
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So, if you're looking to spend money on tires that go bang, the prior poster thinks the 4 Seasons might fit the bill.
For quieter tires, Michelin Pro4 ENDURANCE V2 Black 28c + FREE Tube | Chain Reaction Cycles
For quieter tires, Michelin Pro4 ENDURANCE V2 Black 28c + FREE Tube | Chain Reaction Cycles
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I've been really happy with the Continental Grand Sport Race I have on my Team Fuji:
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-G...dp/B00HPS91PU/
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-G...dp/B00HPS91PU/
11-23-16, 08:27 AM
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Bang for the buck? I have been loving my Conti Ultra Sport II's in 25mm; so I ordered some in 28mm w/ folding bead for $17 shipped off amazon.
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"Bang for the buck" . . .? for performance . . . durability . . . comfort . . .? What's most important to you? The answer to your question depends on how you prioritize features.
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cheap tires = best blowout? but seriously, my Armadillos seemed to last forever
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I have tried the expensive tires and not had any better flat / blow out protection as the cheap ones.
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Best combination of price/performance/durability tires would be Michelin Pro4 Endurance. The 25mm width tire on a 17mm inner width hoop is actually 28mm wide.
Reasonably durable, nice ride, and cheap.
Reasonably durable, nice ride, and cheap.
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Yeah they are.. Is this model discontinued or not though? They seem to keep getting restocked at the usual culprits, when I thought these were on their way out, being replaced by the "Power" series. As it is, Michelin seems to have just cut the price in half and kept them in their lineup.
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Yeah they are.. Is this model discontinued or not though? They seem to keep getting restocked at the usual culprits, when I thought these were on their way out, being replaced by the "Power" series. As it is, Michelin seems to have just cut the price in half and kept them in their lineup.
The Power Endurance is a great tire, but most retailers are still pricing them a little too high(considering that Pro4 Endurance are still available for less).
11-23-16, 05:07 PM
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Originally what I thought also.. but certainly Michelin isn't making this obvious:
Tyre Selector | MICHELIN - Bike - Worldwide-- page
Tyre Selector | MICHELIN - Bike - Worldwide-- page
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