iamStewart Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 Hi all! So, I'm pretty new to cycling, only been on the road about 6 months, so I'm not that clued up on tyres. Basically, my bike came stock with Continental Ultra Sport 700x23c tyres, which at first as a newbie I was completely happy with. Having put about 1200km into them over the last 3 months that my opinion has changed considerably. I've had 3 punctures in my last 3 rides and have found that the tires have been pretty shredded by debris on the road. Now, I guess this could just be my bad luck, as until the last 3 rides I had no issues whatsoever, but it is worrying to see how quickly the tyres are gotten damaged by the road. (I run the tyres at 100psi front and back) I'm wondering if it would be worth it to perhaps invest in a better set of tyres, and if so, what would you recommend? I wouldn't want anything racey - would just want something that is puncture resistant and reliable. Thanks in advance! Stewart.
burty Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 Gatorskins front & back 120psi 700x23 is the answer, works for me
quintonb Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 +1 on the gatorskins, but for training tires try 25mm...more comfortable.
DJpak Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 110psi is normal pressure for 23c clincher tyre. 95-100is for 25c Check ur rim tape as well.
iamStewart Posted November 17, 2014 Author Posted November 17, 2014 Thanks for the advice guys. I will look into the Gatorskins.
burty Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 +1 on the gatorskins, but for training tires try 25mm...more comfortable.Who stocks 25mm ?
devocean Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 Ultra Sport are useless, had punctures every other day. The rubber is so soft that bits of glass and debris get embedded in the tyres. I definitely recommend Gatorskins. No more punctures. Definitely worth the extra cash.
eraser Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 Continental Gatorskins or GP 4000 black chili 23 for racing, 25mm for training/racing
The_black_stig Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 I've been using the GP4000s as my racing tyre & I've been riding past race events that has gravel, stones, glasses.Not a single puncture to this day since I've used the set. (but don't try your luck on riding through metal shrapnel; correct pressure & basic maintenance on the tyres are needed to kept them in optimal state)
Malpiet Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 If you can find the 24mm Conti Grand Prix go for that its kinda a in between especially if you only have one set of wheels.
Spoke101 Posted November 17, 2014 Posted November 17, 2014 Gatorskins have a K@K sidewall, for a truly bullet proof tyres look at the Specialized Armadillo, you can ride on glass all day with them.
Winstonian1984 Posted November 18, 2014 Posted November 18, 2014 Who stocks 25mm ?Last time i checked, sportsworld.co.za
Long Wheel Base Posted November 18, 2014 Posted November 18, 2014 Gatorskins. I race them on my tandem as its not fun getting a flat on a tandem at high speeds. Have 2 sets of racing wheels(different clusters) and both have 23mm up front and 25mm at the back and in the last 3 years have only had 1 puncture at OFM last year.
'Dale Posted November 18, 2014 Posted November 18, 2014 Schwalbe Ultremo range is another cool option
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