Bontrager Race Lite Hardcases
01-23-09, 12:13 AM
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Bontrager Race Lite Hardcases
Ok, so I just upgraded my tires on my Fuji Crosstown 2.0 Hybrid, and bought Bontrager Race Lite Hardcases 700 X 28c. I did a lot of research, and asked a lot of questions at my LBS's. It was a toss-up between these and the Ultra Gatorskins. Did I make the right choice??? Bike will be used for commuting, and Club Rides 2-3 times a week.
01-23-09, 12:27 AM
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I am on my second set of these tires, I love them. I got a little over 6000 miles on the first set. I'm approaching 4000 on this set. I rotate them every 1000 miles. I can only recall one puncture flat (roofing staple) and maybe one pinch flat (railroad crossing).
01-23-09, 12:34 AM
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Thanks for the reply! Cant wait to take it out tomorrow, and "feel" the difference!
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Yes, you made a good choice. Long lasting, never allowed a puncture flat and handle well.
They aren't the best in the rain would be my complaint. I have 32c but will likely use the 28's next time around on the Trek.
They aren't the best in the rain would be my complaint. I have 32c but will likely use the 28's next time around on the Trek.
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I know it is not the prefered method, but it works for me. 10k in two years and only two sets of tires seems to me to be a good result.
01-23-09, 08:35 AM
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i think they had a bad run of these. I delaminated two in 1000 miles on a 2008 trek I got in Sept 2007. I have heard others had issues. Then I heard they are once again good tires.
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01-23-09, 09:00 AM
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I've used these for winter training. Good life out of the tires but incredibly poor grip especially with a big lean angle.
01-23-09, 09:33 AM
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I'm using these in 700x23 (the 120 TPI version) on my "beater" bike and they have been great for puncture resistance.
