What Tires are you using?

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2013-03-20 9:02 AM

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Subject: What Tires are you using?

I submitted a thread regarding new tires in the general forum, but many of them used the generic "heavier rider" definition meaning 185lbs+

I'm up for some new tires.  The continental GP4000s were a very popular response in the main forum, but they recommended the 23cm versions if I weigh more than 185.  That makes me concerned as I weigh a good deal more than 185. 

SO what are you riding? 

2013-03-20 9:42 AM
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I've been riding Conti 4000s (22mm) for years (tubular) and haven't had any issues other than those that NO tire would have solved.  I'm "significantly" above 185 as well.
2013-03-20 9:49 AM
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Vittoria Zaffiro 700c x 23c - training

Vittoria Open Corsa EvoCX 700c x 23c - racing

2013-03-20 10:39 AM
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Subject: RE: What Tires are you using?
Continental Grand Prix 4000s 25c  -- these are for training and racing; I weigh in at around 240.

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2013-03-20 1:07 PM
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mpento17 - 2013-03-20 11:39 AM Continental Grand Prix 4000s 25c  -- these are for training and racing; I weigh in at around 240.

I didn't even realize they had a 25c version.  Might check that out.  

I assume you like them and consider them to be both durable and fast-ish? 

2013-03-20 1:29 PM
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Keeping in mind these are on a road bike (Felt Z85), I do like them a lot.  I went from the 23's that came with the bike, and on the 25's I can use less air pressure so the ride is noticeably more comfortable while still at least as fast.  And fewer flats.

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