Tufo Thundero and Speedero Tire Info

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Xenophon
44 posts
#41Jun 2, 2023, 1:15 AM
I feel your pain but you were lucky, it sealed. I'm going through a tubed phase. At least if you get a flat, it's just a matter of removing the tube, checking the tire to see if nothing can damage the new tube, put in a fresh one and inflate.

80% of the time, tubeless is great. But when it's not, you're in hell and have to deal in the field with an unbelievable mess. Also, not having to add pressure twice a week makes for a refreshing change.

When my terra speeds will be gone, I've got a pair of Conti contact plus touring tires in 42-622 lined up. I ride too many miles and the gravel tires simply don't last. The tourers feel heavy and rigid (didn't mount them) so I'm not totally reassured that these will be my grail but I'll give 'm a spin. Should be virtually leakproof though. I ride tarmac, hardpack gravel and some trails through the woods, should be ok.
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Mtnfun2
27 posts
#42Jun 2, 2023, 4:51 AM
I mounted up two swampero and on the second ride got a nail thru the ctr of the tread and the side wall. Stuck a pig in the sidewall and sealant [stans] filled the hole ion the terad enough for me to limp home. But the pig in the sidewall never really stuck [rubber is too thin on the sidewall I think], so rather than risk it I tossed it and went back to a wtb resolute...I ride little to no pavement and will hit trails as well which is the reason for my knobby choice.

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John Z
174 posts
#43Jun 2, 2023, 7:54 AM
Mtnfun2 wrote:
I mounted up two swampero and on the second ride got a nail thru the ctr of the tread and the side wall. Stuck a pig in the sidewall and sealant [stans] filled the hole ion the terad enough for me to limp home. But the pig in the sidewall never really stuck [rubber is too thin on the sidewall I think], so rather than risk it I tossed it and went back to a wtb resolute...I ride little to no pavement and will hit trails as well which is the reason for my knobby choice.

The interest part is the flat occurred on a paved rail trail; thankfully, close to the ride's end. And the sealant did hold and continues to hold. For now, I am considering the puncture a random event that would have happened with other tires.
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mytrilife
8 posts
#44Jun 2, 2023, 10:22 AM
I have some solid time on my Thundero/Speedero mix now. They were solid for BWR BC last week, including some fairly rooty and rocky sections. The biggest test of them yet. And of course, they are blazing fast in the road sections.

Puncture resistance is always a trade off for performance. If you ride in remote places where a flat is dangerous, then puncture resistance, otherwise performance every day.
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John Z
174 posts
#45Jun 2, 2023, 12:35 PM
mytrilife wrote:
I have some solid time on my Thundero/Speedero mix now. They were solid for BWR BC last week, including some fairly rooty and rocky sections. The biggest test of them yet. And of course, they are blazing fast in the road sections.

Puncture resistance is always a trade off for performance. If you ride in remote places where a flat is dangerous, then puncture resistance, otherwise performance every day.
Since the puncture occurred on a paved trail-trail, after all the roots, rocks, and rotting railroad ties from other parts of the 60 mile route, I will be patient...
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zen_
110 posts
#46Jun 2, 2023, 3:24 PM▲ Top
Another anecdotal report, I ran my first set of Thundero 44s for about ~3,500 miles with one puncture that was due to a new sealant I tried drying into a blob in less than 2 weeks. Other than that, I never even saw dried sealant on my frame a puncture that quietly sealed (which I did all the time with GravelKings) Probably could have got another 500 miles from that set before the rear was down to smooth, but I just put 2 new ones on and saved the front to use as the next rear replacement.

Will be interesting to see what BRR's report is on the 44 size. Nothing but good things to say about this tire other than the limited distribution, and glad I bought a whole bunch from bikeinn when they were $35.
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phrantic09
12 posts
#47Jun 8, 2023, 1:53 PM
I’m completely sold on the Thundero. It handles pretty much anything (even mud). Had some pretty deep stuff in a couple of races and they had no issues.
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mytrilife
8 posts
#48Jun 8, 2023, 2:00 PM
After almost a year of use with the Tufo's I did my first bit of real mud riding this past weekend. No issues at all.

Also, one thing I never liked about tires with slick centre but side knobs was the inconsistency in handling. The Tufo's give me confidence.
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John Z
174 posts
#49Jun 9, 2023, 9:40 AM
On my second ride, the exact same thing happened: puncture near the ride's end, on pavement. Another loud hiss with some sealant loss, but it did seal the puncture; Continental sealant.

Tuesday, I did a 50 mile, 100% gravel and singletrack ride, with no issues. Tomorrow, I am doing a ride of 60% gravel and 40% pavement...
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jdadour
18 posts
#50Jun 9, 2023, 11:23 AM
Im going to be selling my lightly used Thundero 44s if anyone is interested. I like them, but opted for the beefier Cinturato M which are still plenty fast on the road.
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mike d
138 posts
#51Jun 11, 2023, 8:42 PM
About 600 miles on the 40s now. I think my new fav. Tread seems to be wearing really well. Front still has some flashing in the center. Definitely roll better on the tarmac and sacrifice some in the gravel, but not enough to cancel the advantage on the tarmac. I'm about 50% gravel and nothing really MTB worthy, but plenty of gravel, and they are holding up great.
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John Z
174 posts
#52Jun 12, 2023, 8:55 AM
My second consecutive ride that was most gravel/singletrack with no issues. But tomorrow brings a long ride with 80% being back roads. I keep my fingers crossed.
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OneSpeedMark
17 posts
#53Jun 12, 2023, 2:54 PMedited▲ Top
I've had the Thundero 44's on my bike for about a year. They've done a lot of SF Bay area gravel/singletrack plus the connecting pavement. They've ridden in Utah, Girona and the French Pyrenees. Absolutely no drama. Zero punctures. Still going strong after maybe 500 miles. I mounted these for last year's BWR Utah, and for some very rough terrain at Capitol Reef. Tire test at 2:20. https://vimeo.com/754517821?share=copy

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nalax
84 posts
#54Jun 12, 2023, 6:29 PM
Mark, what pressure were you riding at Capitol Reef?
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OneSpeedMark
17 posts
#55Jun 12, 2023, 7:07 PM
Unfortunately I don't have that info for this ride.
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John Z
174 posts
#56Jun 14, 2023, 2:12 PM
Mark;

Thanks for the video! Not only is it beautiful, but is good testament for the tires and my bad luck, lol.
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RideWithPride
96 posts
#57Jun 17, 2023, 3:31 PM
How are the Speedero on the road? Thinking of going 44mm front with slick rear tire for this is mostly a road this ride, but hey I see some dirt setup.
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AllTerrainLynx
7 posts
#58Jun 17, 2023, 3:38 PM
RideWithPride wrote:
How are the Speedero on the road? Thinking of going 44mm front with slick rear tire for this is mostly a road this ride, but hey I see some dirt setup.
Hi man, guys riding both Speedero vs Thundero claims there is practically no difference in speed on asphlat. Thundero on the other side are also safer when used off road. So besides maybe the better look, no real advantage of Speederos. I have asked actually the same thing and got that answer.
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John Z
174 posts
#59Jun 17, 2023, 5:07 PM
I am done with Thunderoos. Another flat. Just ordered Terra Speeds, which never caused me any problems save for being a tight mount.
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AllTerrainLynx
7 posts
#60Jun 17, 2023, 5:50 PM
Sorry to hear, worthy to try the new HD (heavy duty version) whcih is about 30g heavier but should be considerably more durable flat wise.
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