Lukep Posted March 6, 2016 Posted March 6, 2016 I have RR on the front,I have had it on since W2W, I have done W2W, Origin of trails, Atta and Tankwa trek on them. I was going to put a new one of for Epic but when I went to check the tyre I noticed the side knobs had almost all torn off so that you can see the carcass when you lift them up. Now I am thinking twice about using this tyre for Epic. If the side knobs tear off and I go into a corner the front will wash which may cause a fall. I need a grippy front tyre as I am not the best technically, what you suggest. Mitas are the official tyre sponsor but which tyre in thier range is the right one?
BenReaper Posted March 6, 2016 Posted March 6, 2016 I've seen this problem before with a Schwalbe RR.I'm currently running a Vittoria Barzo on the front.I'm very happy with the grip and havent had problems with punctures either.Will definitly go with it again.
Newboy Posted March 6, 2016 Posted March 6, 2016 I replaced RR with Specialized Ground Control Grid 2.3. Very happy so far. I will be riding Epic with it.
Blackheart Posted March 6, 2016 Posted March 6, 2016 I've been very happy with Vredestein Black Panther in the past, and recently with the Michelin Wild Racer. The Black Panthers are specced as 2,2" but are more like 2,1", the Michelins are the opposite. They are specced as 2,25, I have measured them at 2,35. They have a massive volume which is great for comfort, sand, long distances etc. I have found no downsides to this tyre, it rolls fast, it is predictable and comfortable. Really worth a look, just make sure your frame/fork will take the size.
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