tinmug Posted February 6, 2019 Share 700x41(-ish), tubeless ready, with tread pattern suitable for a mix of tar, hard pack, gravel roads and the odd stony section. Choices so far are: the Vittorias (worried that tread pattern too light on Dry, too aggressive on Mix; they are made for Euro conditions), and Farr gravel tyre (looks pretty compelling, priced well). Any recommendations (locally available)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Laidlaw Posted February 6, 2019 Share https://ridefarr.com/product/farr-dot-gravel-tyre/ take a look at these best option i think and will deliver if you order also available at Northcliff Cycles tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbdcaffie Posted February 6, 2019 Share Hmmm, this kind of topic normally elicits subjective responses, but here is my 2c from my own experiences: - I've run the slick Panaracers in 42c, which were crap unless on paved roads- I currently run the WTB resolute 42c which are incredibly grippy on all surfaces, but I'd say the sacrifice here is that the soft compound wears quickly - Needless to say I just ordered my second set- A friend of mine is running the Maxxis Ramblers in 40c (these measure out at 42c with a vernier) and seem to be great all-round tyres that wear very well. No skin-wall option in SA.- Did some research last week before ordering my Resolutes and the Panaracer Gravelkings still seem to rain supreme on all of the reviews and forums, I just don't quite like the look of them myself. Hope this helps rather than confuses. tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertusras Posted February 6, 2019 Share I've recently put the Farr tyres on my bike which is mostly used for a mix of dirt road and tarmac and it's been good so far®. Just make sure your frame can clear them, mine just fit. tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger Dassie Posted February 6, 2019 Share Really like the Farr tread pattern and profile, obviously the pricing is right. Unfortunately they are really heavy. Panaracer seem to have the gravel tyre segment locked, very good reviews and feedback. I've personal experience with the Schwalbe G one which works well and the Kenda Flintridge Pro which I currently have. The Kenda is well priced, tubeless, robust, relatively lightweight and has a good multi-use tread profile and pattern. Others to consider based on general feedback: WTB, Maxxis Rambler and Specialized (not sure of model names) Edited February 6, 2019 by danger dassie cbdcaffie and tinmug 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnavel Posted February 6, 2019 Share I have the Panaracer Gravelking tyres on my bike and they are great all round tyres. Definitely worth the money! I fitted them on day one with no issues, and besides having to pump them up and occasionally add some sealant, they were "fit and forget". They are also wearing very well after several thousand kms. Fat Boab and tinmug 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinmug Posted February 6, 2019 Share Thank you for all the feedback, testimonials and recommendations. Definitely helped to steer me in the right direction. But makes the choice no easier. Anywhere locally (SA) where I can source the Panaracer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbdcaffie Posted February 6, 2019 Share I have the Panaracer Gravelking tyres on my bike and they are great all round tyres. Definitely worth the money! I fitted them on day one with no issues, and besides having to pump them up and occasionally add some sealant, they were "fit and forget". They are also wearing very well after several thousand kms. This is definitely the consensus from all of the gravel forums that I have read. The skin-wall colour is on point too. tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droo Posted February 6, 2019 Share Thank you for all the feedback, testimonials and recommendations. Definitely helped to steer me in the right direction. But makes the choice no easier. Anywhere locally (SA) where I can source the Panaracer? We've got. And there is local distribution through Switchback Sports, so if you're not in CT drop them a line and they should be able to point you in the right direction. tinmug and lechatnoir 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted February 6, 2019 Share I have the Panaracer Gravelking tyres on my bike and they are great all round tyres. Definitely worth the money! I fitted them on day one with no issues, and besides having to pump them up and occasionally add some sealant, they were "fit and forget". They are also wearing very well after several thousand kms. +1 on this. I'm a resolute roadie with virtually zero off-road confidence but my Gravelkings seem to stick to everything and let me happily trundle around. And they roll pretty well on tar too! tinmug and Schnavel 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lechatnoir Posted February 6, 2019 Share We've got. And there is local distribution through Switchback Sports, so if you're not in CT drop them a line and they should be able to point you in the right direction. You wouldn't have 32c's, tubeless with tan sidewalls in stock by any chance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted February 6, 2019 Share Gravelking or Gravelking SK? Make sure you ask for the right tire.... The Gravelking is smooth as a babies bum, the Gravelking SK is the knobbly one. I've been running the SK version in 42c on my bike and I love them. tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droo Posted February 6, 2019 Share You wouldn't have 32c's, tubeless with tan sidewalls in stock by any chance? I can get pretty easily... PM me if you want some. Will have to order today of you want them by the weekend though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_freak_ Posted February 6, 2019 Share I have put about 1000km on this, mixed and when they done, ill get another set!!! Specialized Sawtooth https://www.specialized.com/za/en/sawtooth-2bliss-ready/p/130002 tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shell Belle Posted February 6, 2019 Share Thank you for all the feedback, testimonials and recommendations. Definitely helped to steer me in the right direction. But makes the choice no easier. Anywhere locally (SA) where I can source the Panaracer?+1 for Panaracer gravelking. You can get them from East City Cycles in CT. They actually bring the tyres in ???????? tinmug 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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