View Poll Results: Which Tires Should I Buy
Michelin Pro Race
26
40.63%
Bontrager Race Lites
1
1.56%
Vittoria Open Corso
13
20.31%
Something Else altogether Dumb Dumb
24
37.50%
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Tire Question
11-29-08 | 08:55 PM
#26
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From: SF Bay Area
Bikes: 18 Tarmac SL6, 11 CAAD 10-4, 07 Specialized Roubaix Comp, 98 Peugeot Horizon
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.
11-29-08 | 09:01 PM
#27
another cat...FAB!
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Bikes: Merlin Ti Build, Trek Y-50, Bianchi Titanium Build, Custom Cuevas Road bike
+10 on the Conti GP4000 with Black Chili (black color only) or GP4000S
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11-29-08 | 09:04 PM
#28
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: San Marcos, CA
Bikes: Tommasini Tecno, Pinarello Tandem, Milwaukee Bicycle Co. Fixed Gear, Serotta CSI Custom, Bianchi Campione del Monde, Cervelo P3 Carbon
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.
11-29-08 | 09:37 PM
#30
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: San Marcos, CA
Bikes: Tommasini Tecno, Pinarello Tandem, Milwaukee Bicycle Co. Fixed Gear, Serotta CSI Custom, Bianchi Campione del Monde, Cervelo P3 Carbon
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.
11-29-08 | 09:49 PM
#31
moth -----> flame
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From: SF Bay Area
Bikes: 18 Tarmac SL6, 11 CAAD 10-4, 07 Specialized Roubaix Comp, 98 Peugeot Horizon
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.
11-29-08 | 09:51 PM
#32
~ Going the Distance ~
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Hermosa Beach, CA
Bikes: 2006 Bianchi Carbon 928, 2002 Gary Fisher Utopia
I love my open corse. But I just ordered a set of conti attack/force this time hoping for better durability and puncture resistance.
11-30-08 | 02:25 AM
#33
Time for a change.
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From: 6 miles inland from the coast of Sussex, in the South East of England
Bikes: Dale MT2000. Bianchi FS920 Kona Explosif. Giant TCR C. Boreas Ignis. Pinarello Fp Uno.
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.
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11-30-08 | 03:36 AM
#34
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Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Los Angeles/Aveyron France
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.
11-30-08 | 04:32 AM
#35
Just ride :-D
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 572
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From: Tokyo
Bikes: Anchor RFX-8, Pedal Force QS-2, Bertoni Nuovitalia, Performance X-203
11-30-08 | 05:33 AM
#36
Senior Member
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Bikes: Trek, Giant, PoS
11-30-08 | 09:35 AM
#39
well hello there
Joined: May 2005
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From: Point Loma, CA
Bikes: Bill Holland (Road-Ti), Fuji Roubaix Pro (back-up), Bike Friday (folder), Co-Motion (tandem) & Trek 750 (hybrid)
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.
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11-30-08 | 09:44 AM
#40
Just for fun...
Joined: Nov 2007
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Bikes: Cinelli Pro Estrada, Serotta Ti, De Rosa Neo Primato, Turner Flux and Spot, Baum Espresso, Yeti ARC-X
11-30-08 | 10:06 AM
#41
Roadie
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Brooklyn, NY
+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.
