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RidetheRAAM4 · 08-09-2007, 12:23 PM

I need a suggestion for a good training tire. I have a michelin pro race 2 on there right now and its got a bunch of small cuts in it already and I haven't even had it that long! Its just about time to retire it so I need a good tire that will last for a long time. I'm talking about like 1,000s of miles (if there are any that will last that long).

S54MCoupe · 08-09-2007, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by RidetheRAAM4

I need a suggestion for a good training tire. I have a michelin pro race 2 on there right now and its got a bunch of small cuts in it already and I haven't even had it that long! Its just about time to retire it so I need a good tire that will last for a long time. I'm talking about like 1,000s of miles (if there are any that will last that long).

How many miles a week are you riding?

ericfoltz · 08-09-2007, 02:21 PM

I'm running Continental Grand Prix 4000s. First time running them but I've heard they'll go for 2500. Had a set of Schwalbe Stelvios that were done after 700 miles.

FFW · 08-09-2007, 02:52 PM

I've been running Specialized Armadillo - Blackwalls for training and for doubles. The rear usually lasts about 2-3,000 miles. Fairly hard compound but roll very fast. I've not flatted one in over 3 years. Slightly heavier but the lower rolling resistance seems to negate the weight penalty. You can get them with or without a tread pattern. Cornering is very good despite the harder compound. No problem at all down the canyons at even full race speed. If you plan to race I'd do a couple rides with your race tires prior to the event as race tires are usually more supple.

And did I mention - no flats!

STP · 08-09-2007, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FFW

And did I mention - no flats!

FFW, won't getting any flats soon!

dhmike · 08-09-2007, 04:23 PM

i'm running a pair of IRC redstorm's and i've had no problems. great set of tires.

RidetheRAAM4 · 08-09-2007, 10:27 PM

I inspected my tire and found all the cuts were caused by some peices of metal which decided to jump into my tire. I only had it for probably 3 or 4 hundred miles! Stupid roads that are not clean.

mp3 · 08-10-2007, 07:11 AM

I use the continental ultra gatorskin. The only time I usually have to change them is when I start running out of rubber.

Steven Jackson · 08-10-2007, 03:46 PM

I ride my Motiv on the street, it has 1.9 super swampers on it.

08-09-2007, 12:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
RidetheRAAM4 Tri Fanatic	training tire I need a suggestion for a good training tire. I have a michelin pro race 2 on there right now and its got a bunch of small cuts in it already and I haven't even had it that long! Its just about time to retire it so I need a good tire that will last for a long time. I'm talking about like 1,000s of miles (if there are any that will last that long). __________________ "my gain is your loss" -Some guy on craigslist Race Progression

08-09-2007, 10:27 PM	#7 (permalink)
RidetheRAAM4 Tri Fanatic	I inspected my tire and found all the cuts were caused by some peices of metal which decided to jump into my tire. I only had it for probably 3 or 4 hundred miles! Stupid roads that are not clean. __________________ "my gain is your loss" -Some guy on craigslist Race Progression

08-10-2007, 07:11 AM	#8 (permalink)
mp3 mirroring the trail	I use the continental ultra gatorskin. The only time I usually have to change them is when I start running out of rubber. __________________ Fully Loop Junkie "Don't think, just ride" enjoying the ride

08-10-2007, 03:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
Steven Jackson Thank God For Stevens	I ride my Motiv on the street, it has 1.9 super swampers on it. __________________ STEVENS ARE THE BEST!

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08-09-2007, 02:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
ericfoltz Sua Sponte	I'm running Continental Grand Prix 4000s. First time running them but I've heard they'll go for 2500. Had a set of Schwalbe Stelvios that were done after 700 miles.

08-09-2007, 02:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
FFW Ancient Desert Rat	I've been running Specialized Armadillo - Blackwalls for training and for doubles. The rear usually lasts about 2-3,000 miles. Fairly hard compound but roll very fast. I've not flatted one in over 3 years. Slightly heavier but the lower rolling resistance seems to negate the weight penalty. You can get them with or without a tread pattern. Cornering is very good despite the harder compound. No problem at all down the canyons at even full race speed. If you plan to race I'd do a couple rides with your race tires prior to the event as race tires are usually more supple. And did I mention - no flats!

08-09-2007, 04:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
dhmike Senior Member	i'm running a pair of IRC redstorm's and i've had no problems. great set of tires.

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