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Tire inserts for chønky combinations
The vittoria liners are a pita to remove. I’ve switched to https://tubolight.bike EVO SL for my 650b2.1” and 700c2.2” wheelsets and have never looked…
started by Volsung · last reply by Thijsvanderwal Jan 14, 2023
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38mm Schwalbe Pro One
barrows wrote: Incorrect: Enve SES series rims are 25 mm internal, as are Zipp 303 Firecrest. Both are widely used by road racers with 28 mm tires.…
started by ljsmith · last reply by shiggy Jan 10, 2023
29 replies2,367 views
What is "pump track"? 559-53
started by Feehliks · last reply by shiggy Jan 8, 2023
3 replies126 views
Most Aggressive 40-45mm 700c tyre
Have you considered the Rhombus Pro’s made by specialized? So aggressive, they started lecturing me on my life choices.
started by visionset · last reply by Kactusdog Dec 21, 2022
7 replies549 views
Great experience with Tufo direct from Cz.
The Thunderos seem pretty true to size-I am getting 41.6mm for the 40c on a 25mm ID rim at 35 psi. Unfortunately, they may be a tad over 40 on your…
started by SWGraveler · last reply by cycleboyco Dec 17, 2022
34 replies2,803 views
Continental GP5000 32mm Tested as a Gravel Tire
Given all I've read about Terra Speeds being fast and wearing fast, I'm going to try one as a front only. In my usual mixed-surface riding my front…
started by ljsmith · last reply by John Z Nov 25, 2022
43 replies20,815 views
Fast rolling, wet conditions tire
I've just built up a commuter / light gravel rig with the 36c Thundero. I've only done 2 short blasts so far, but they seem pretty quick and grippy!
started by geofharries · last reply by StickyBidon Nov 20, 2022
8 replies688 views
IRC Boken Doublecross
Does anyone have any experience with this tire? I'm not finding a lot of talk about it, except from IRC-sponsored sources (Stetina, most notably).
started by Eric F · last reply by Eric F Nov 9, 2022
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Vittoria Terreno Zero
Bicycle Rolling Resustance found the Zero had thicker tread than the Dry. This caused more resistance but they expect they will last longer.
started by stu · last reply by widerisfaster Nov 8, 2022
6 replies1,511 views
Schwalbe Marathon Efficiency
After putting 25 or 30 hours on the 40 mm Marathon Efficiency my opinion has drifted towards meh. The 34 to 36 mm road tires I have are definitely…
started by stu · last reply by stu Nov 4, 2022
5 replies4,657 views
Bigger rotors, wider tires and stopping distance
TheSubaruGuru wrote: Less powerful (smaller rotor) rear brakes certainly follows the automotive model as weight transfer to the front requires more…
started by v.gcl · last reply by bnystrom Nov 1, 2022
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Schwalbe has no plans to bring back the G One in Microskin casing
Thijsvanderwal wrote: Those GP5000’s should indeed be a bit more robust vs the pro one’s. I have both. I think the Pro-ones are a little tougher and…
started by psi · last reply by chas Oct 31, 2022
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Tire for winter use
Slick sloppy on top of concrete is like trying to grip ice. I'm not even sure a metal studded tyre is gonna be much help, as they won't dig into…
started by Xenophon · last reply by Xenophon Oct 30, 2022
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Pirelli cinturato gravel M vs gravel RC
I have the RH Snoqualmie Pass Endurance (44 mm slick). Very smooth but I got too many flats, on one occasion both tires at the same time!
started by Frenchcyclistnoob · last reply by stu Oct 27, 2022
3 replies2,839 views
Vittoria Corsa N.EXT
I have a set of tubeless 34s in the packaging to get rid of. The 32s will be big enough for me since they measure their labeled width on a set of 21…
started by stu · last reply by dangle Oct 7, 2022
14 replies2,136 views
Schwalbe G-One RS semi-slick
I just picked up a pair of RSs. As someone who is challenged with the fitness side of things, these are appealing to me. I never get passed going…
started by ljsmith · last reply by intheways Sep 26, 2022
25 replies5,004 views
Why the same tire front and rear?
I use a Continental Terra Speed up front, and a Terra Trail in the rear (40mm). When I bought my Gravel Bike, the plan was to swap tires depending…
started by Angstrom · last reply by John Z Sep 23, 2022
7 replies2,485 views
Specialized Pathfinder 650x47 tire pressure
Their recommended pressure has always been pretty high, especially for a tubeless set up. I run 28/30 on Nox Teocali rims and sometime it feels too…
started by supernova · last reply by cpark Sep 8, 2022
4 replies526 views
Tire Conundrum
Josh left Zipp to start/revive Silca and consults to several Pro Tour teams on tyre/wheel/aerodynamics/rolling resistance optimisation. He has been…
started by TwoWheeler · last reply by pushstart Aug 14, 2022
42 replies1,324 views
Schwalbe G-One Speed 30mm on Cervelo R3
geofharries wrote: What tire size are you riding now? I'm riding the 36 mm Strada Bianca Pro on pavement. It's given me the best combination of…
started by geofharries · last reply by stu Aug 3, 2022
7 replies1,954 views