ikerarri Posted February 10, 2020 Share I found my Ardent "float" on and and nearly lost the front on many corners.Epic route is going to be DRY and sandyJust to clarify that I did not meant Ardent,... but Ardent Race (which is like a hybrid between the Ardent and the Ikon). Thanks to all for your replies and valuable information! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted February 10, 2020 Share Just to clarify that I did not meant Ardent,... but Ardent Race (which is like a hybrid between the Ardent and the Ikon). Thanks to all for your replies and valuable information!It still has the same side knob profile and that is when it lets go in the cornerLooking at the "race" I think it will float even more. but that is just my opinion Why do you want such an aggressive Tyre for the Epic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikerarri Posted February 10, 2020 Share It still has the same side knob profile and that is when it lets go in the cornerLooking at the "race" I think it will float even more. but that is just my opinion Why do you want such an aggressive Tyre for the Epic? Ardent Race gives me a little bit more confidence than the IKON as a front tyre.And still rolls well. My doubt was mainly in the size of the tyres,... as I am not used to 2.35 ... Thanks for all your info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted February 10, 2020 Share Ardent Race gives me a little bit more confidence than the IKON as a front tyre.And still rolls well. My doubt was mainly in the size of the tyres,... as I am not used to 2.35 ... Thanks for all your info!Two tyres to NEVER put on the front X-markand Ikon arendoog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted February 10, 2020 Share It you want a tyre combo that will work then simply use the Specialized range. Ground Control front and Fast Track rear. No man don't be silly. You just want to sell more tyre plugs nuh? Ardent Race gives me a little bit more confidence than the IKON as a front tyre.And still rolls well. My doubt was mainly in the size of the tyres,... as I am not used to 2.35 ... Thanks for all your info! another advantage to high volume tyres for sandy courses is you can fit a lot more sealant in them to combat thorns!!! You really do want the extra cushionon the front wheel though. sharp edged rocks will be aplenty as will thorns and all other kinds of trail obstacles that a slice of your tyres. Pick your favourite tyre and get the 2.35-2.4 version of it ikerarri and Quagga 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikerarri Posted February 10, 2020 Share No man don't be silly. You just want to sell more tyre plugs nuh? another advantage to high volume tyres for sandy courses is you can fit a lot more sealant in them to combat thorns!!! You really do want the extra cushionon the front wheel though. sharp edged rocks will be aplenty as will thorns and all other kinds of trail obstacles that a slice of your tyres. Pick your favourite tyre and get the 2.35-2.4 version of it[emoji119][emoji108]Superb! Quagga and arendoog 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arendoog Posted February 10, 2020 Share I used ikon 2.35 rear and nobby nic snakeskin 2.35 front last year .Pressures were 1.8 bar rear and slightly less front .I found it perfect in all conditions .I weigh 100kg and never had a front tire slip away .For climbing the ikon really has plenty grip and for switchbacks and turns the Nobby nic grips in all conditions .If i had to make a change ,i would put a vittorio barzo in front .The nobby nic has a softer compound rubber that grips in soft and hard conditions .This is my go to tire choice for all stage races so far and they have been perfect imo Edited February 10, 2020 by arendoog ikerarri 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted February 10, 2020 Share What DID said.....No man don't be silly. You just want to sell more tyre plugs nuh? another advantage to high volume tyres for sandy courses is you can fit a lot more sealant in them to combat thorns!!! You really do want the extra cushionon the front wheel though. sharp edged rocks will be aplenty as will thorns and all other kinds of trail obstacles that a slice of your tyres. Pick your favourite tyre and get the 2.35-2.4 version of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted February 10, 2020 Share I used ikon 2.35 rear and nobby nic snakeskin 2.35 front last year .Pressures were 1.8 bar rear and slightly less front .I found it perfect in all conditions .I weigh 100kg and never had a front tire slip away .For climbing the ikon really has plenty grip and for switchbacks and turns the Nobby nic grips in all conditions .If i had to make a change ,i would put a vittorio barzo in front .The nobby nic has a softer compound rubber that grips in soft and hard conditions .This is my go to tire choice for all stage races so far and they have been perfect imo This will also work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arendoog Posted February 10, 2020 Share Wider rims are better and they do make a difference to the profile so that the pressures can be lower .I used Stan,s arch MK3,s with 26mm inner width .And yes, they do have cracks at the spoke rim attachments ,but were solid all the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCD Posted February 10, 2020 Share Support that. But the Grid versions for Epic. I ride quite aggressively and they served me very well. We didn't have a single tyre problem during Atta, Tankwa and Epic.Wide rims are a big improvement for low pressure stability as well. And add a foam strip to the rear wheel so you can limb home without f'ing up your rim should the tyre be destroyed. You should be able to avoid side wall cuts in your front wheel by conscious line choice but the rear remains vulnerable.Enjoy! It you want a tyre combo that will work then simply use the Specialized range. Ground Control front and Fast Track rear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted February 10, 2020 Share Wider rims are better and they do make a difference to the profile so that the pressures can be lower .I used Stan,s arch MK3,s with 26mm inner width .And yes, they do have cracks at the spoke rim attachments ,but were solid all the way Same here, on rim 3 and I am not going to get them again warranty or not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babse Posted February 10, 2020 Share are these spaz tyre recommendations legit? #askingforafriend Quagga and DieselnDust 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avatar Posted February 10, 2020 Share I think you guys are slightly overthinking the tire choice thing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taito Posted February 10, 2020 Share Those Spez grid tyres are very tough. Great choice marcfr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christie Posted February 11, 2020 Share Good call Imo on the 2.35, Ikerarri. From what Ive seen, only the potential stage winners hammer the descents at max pace. (Front 4 or 6). The GC bunch are more conservative, and outside the top 20 even more so. Choosimg priotiry should be: puncture resistance, side wall protection, comfort, low rolling resistance, climbing traction, sand traction, cornering traction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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