I think most folks are voting for PR3's - not sure if you can get many PR2's any more. I voted PR3's based on pretty good experience with my set for ~1600miles so far. The rear started to noticeably square off by 700miles or so, but no noticeable detriment in performance. To Vireo's question, I've not had any problems so far. PR3's seem to polarize folks round here though - you either love them and the way they feel, or you have dreadful experiences with multiple flats.

+10 on the Conti GP4000 with Black Chili (black color only) or GP4000S

http://www.conti-online.com/generato...gp4_neu_uv.jpg

I find flat protection to be exceptional. However, I only weigh between 155-165lbs most of the year. Longevity is very good as well. I find the Contis wear more in the middle than the Vittorias. Remember I do ultras and if I race the shorter stuff I ride tubies. I don't race on clinchers.

GP4000s

Well I may have to try them again. I just remember that the Mich tires rode well below the quality of Vittoria Evos. Of the tires we carried in the store Conti, Mich, Vittoria there was no comparison that Vittoria had the better ride PERIOD. I say "carried" because we stopped carrying Mich because they didn't sell.

I wonder if PBK-style prices have made a difference here - it certainly helped me when I could pick up a pair for $70. If I was paying full retail, I think I'd be more disappointed with the wear.

I love my open corse. But I just ordered a set of conti attack/force this time hoping for better durability and puncture resistance.

Two tyres that are popular are the Mich PR's and the Conti 4000s. I ride michelins but these two tyres are comparable- but apparantly- The "s" on the conti's is important.

Torelli Torinos. when you weigh ride quality vs. durability vs. cost these tires are my all time favorites. they're supple, confidence inspiring, and in 6 months I've yet to have a single flat.

+11 on Conti GP4000S! Those on Powertap 2.4 built wheels= awesome!!! :thumb:

cheers!
rj

Really? I hated my Race X Lites, would flat all the time. My Race Lites however were very good.

Conti GP 4000s

Vredestein Fortezza Tricomp or Schwalbe Ultremo

As others have said, the Michelin Pro Race 2, the Continental GP 4000. But I also like the Continental Ultra Race, which can be found for less money.

They are my pick as well. Roll sweet, light, seem flat-proof, and last some.

+4 on the Schwalbe Ultremos, my definite fave. The Vittorias will give you an amazing ride, but they will not last very long. The Michelins will give you a very fast ride, but they will cut in 10 minutes. The Ultremos are extremely light, incredibly durable, one of the fastest rolling out there(just behind the Michelins), and also provicde a very comfy ride. Try them out, you won't be sorry.