PBK GP4000s twin pack
06-07-12, 05:53 PM
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06-07-12, 05:56 PM
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Crack kills man. But GP4ks are awesome. I just cant afford another set...
06-07-12, 06:07 PM
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I'm hoping these will be the last set of tires i buy for a long while. I've spent more than i want to admit experimenting with tires.
06-07-12, 06:14 PM
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I had trouble with my credit card transaction going through last night but ended up using Paypal today. Has anybody else had issues with CC transactions at PBK?
This is my first order with them and I am guessing the credit card problem has to do with the international thing.
This is my first order with them and I am guessing the credit card problem has to do with the international thing.
06-07-12, 06:21 PM
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06-07-12, 08:09 PM
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After my current set wears out....I'll get them if I have the money. How long does a set usually last(I weigh 118lbs)? After 2,700 miles the threads on my $15 tires are almost starting to show.
06-07-12, 08:26 PM
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the GP4kS seems to roll almost as good as the hutchinson atoms but has the added durability. it is heavier though but im only a minor weight weenie so im fine with that.
most people say it last them 4000 miles. im hoping i get that as well. the GP4kS also has a tread indicator.
06-07-12, 09:22 PM
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before the GP4kS... my go to tire was hutchinson atoms. they're cheap, roll great, lightweight. BUT there is no durability.
the GP4kS seems to roll almost as good as the hutchinson atoms but has the added durability. it is heavier though but im only a minor weight weenie so im fine with that.
most people say it last them 4000 miles. im hoping i get that as well. the GP4kS also has a tread indicator.
the GP4kS seems to roll almost as good as the hutchinson atoms but has the added durability. it is heavier though but im only a minor weight weenie so im fine with that.
most people say it last them 4000 miles. im hoping i get that as well. the GP4kS also has a tread indicator.
06-07-12, 11:34 PM
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i have close to 5000 miles on my current set. The front still looks ok, but the rear is looking like it will need replaced soon. I have had incredible luck with these tires. BTW, I am 155 lbs.
06-08-12, 08:49 AM
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I'd like to order some tires from PBK or Ribble; very good prices. Noticed that they are both in the UK. Any issues with shipping to the USA (how long?) or using a credit/debit card from a major US bank?
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06-08-12, 09:24 AM
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If you plan on getting 4+ tires, it's cheaper to do the multi-buy discount ones than the twin packs.
4 Tires using Multi-Buy ( https://www.probikekit.com/us/tyres-t...tyre-25mm.html )
$151.27 (~$37.82 each tire) w/ bicycling10 coupon
4 Tires using Multi-Buy ( https://www.probikekit.com/us/tyres-t...tyre-25mm.html )
$151.27 (~$37.82 each tire) w/ bicycling10 coupon
$35.72 a tire. That's a good deal.
06-08-12, 09:28 AM
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06-08-12, 09:32 AM
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I had a problem with using my credit card so i switched to PayPal. The card was declined three times because it was an international order.
06-08-12, 09:34 AM
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I've also stocked up on GP4000Ss from Ribble too. Great price for an even better tyre.
06-08-12, 09:38 AM
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I just got a pair from Ribble. Paid with ebay. Got the tires in just over a week. No duty issues at all.
06-08-12, 09:58 AM
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Just need to be careful. For some reason the GP4ks on my race bike have dried out after a couple years. Yes the bike does live in the garage, also I live near the ocean so that may help(hurt). But they are cracking along the sidewalls so I have decided to toss them. I bought these and I guess maybe in the winter I'll keep my tires inside or something (seems ridiculous).
06-08-12, 12:56 PM
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I didn't have any problems with CC purchase. I got them in 5 business days shipped to Wisconsin from PBK (haven't tried Ribble yet). Shipping is usually free at PBK, but I think Ribble has a minimum order amount before you get free shipping.
06-08-12, 02:56 PM
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Thanks everyone on the info about Ribble and PBK. Looks like I need to order some new tires, now a friend wants some also
06-09-12, 03:40 AM
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I bought a bunch and put them up. I've got to figure a year or two on a shelf will be fine, but who knows.
06-09-12, 09:22 AM
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After a couple of years? Good problem to have in my book. These things do last quite a long time, so I could see a bike you don't ride as much having them last a while.
I bought a bunch and put them up. I've got to figure a year or two on a shelf will be fine, but who knows.
I bought a bunch and put them up. I've got to figure a year or two on a shelf will be fine, but who knows.
That said I still bought a set of these because they are still awesome when they arent rotten!
06-09-12, 06:10 PM
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Checked my rear tire today and I can already see the threads showing.....I guess I will get these......
Do you guys recommend the 23c or 25c ones? I weight 118lb.
Do you guys recommend the 23c or 25c ones? I weight 118lb.
06-09-12, 07:30 PM
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06-10-12, 12:54 AM
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