Did I make a mistake? Michelin Pro 2s on a training bike
05-21-08, 08:07 AM
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I have one road bike, and I used to have pro race 2's and now I think I have Pro Race 3s. I use my road bike for commuting, group rides and racing. The tires even though they don't have any visible tread are very sticky, I've never wished for more traction. In addition, they are pretty durable IMHO
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05-21-08, 11:07 AM
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What's with the complaints regarding tight beads anyway? I've only used Michelins so I can't compare. But doesn't that just mean it's harder to de-bead a tire on the rare occasion that you corner with a flat/under-inflated tire?
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05-22-08, 08:05 PM
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Well, it is some for and some against. Thanks everyone for your experiences. I will keep the tires on and just wear them out, or at least until I get a few flats then will switch to something more durable if I don't have good luck. For what I paid for them from PBK I won't be unhappy if I get a few months of riding.
05-22-08, 08:11 PM
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05-22-08, 08:16 PM
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05-22-08, 08:21 PM
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I rode my Road bike to work over 60 times (28 miles rt on sketchy roads) last year plus all of the other rides I did on pro race 2's. Plus they were a bargain at PBK. IMHO these tires are very puncture resistant and durable just as long as the pressure is kept correct.
