I've had both.. Wire is impossible it feels like even with that tool. Clincher is easier, but still recommend it.
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Had 2 flats within a week on Bontrager tires on my first road bike build (Gary Fisher Chronus) 5 yrs ago. Switched to Conti Gatorskins on the advice of my bike mechanic and have never had another one. I was a relative cycling newbie at the time and while it requires a bit of effort and leverage w the tire tool, I’m confident you can manage.
Gatorskins are heavy and have terrible rolling resistance. If you are daily commuting, not a bad way to go. Otherwise, there are better options for a better experience. Heck, the GP 4 Seasons are tough and much more pleasant of a ride.
The 4 Seasons are my go to Ragbrai, multi-day tire.
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Bought a used Domane 2.3 (2013 ish?) last night. little small with the M frame but love it so far otherwise
I love my Domane... It's a 4.0 with disc brakes which allows more tire room. Only problem is she's a lug when it comes to hills.
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53 and wind's gusting to 28 mph so a good afternoon to keep talking tires.
Another thread on tires/tubes had at least one person suggesting tire liners like Mr. Tuffy and the like. Anyone have experience with these? I get the concept but wonder how hard they are to install and keep in place while also inserting the tube.
Another thread on tires/tubes had at least one person suggesting tire liners like Mr. Tuffy and the like. Anyone have experience with these? I get the concept but wonder how hard they are to install and keep in place while also inserting the tube.
I have tire liners on one set - tubed gravel tires. No issues but I also have sealant in the tubes. My bike shop was the one that suggested sealant in the tube over the liners but I had them from a previous setup that I switched over to the current bike.
Trying to make up a list of limestone trails around the midwest. Anyone got any good ideas I'm missing?
- Katy Trail/Missouri
- Heritage Trail/Dubuque
- Wabash Trace/Council Bluffs
- 400 State Trail/Wisconsin
- Elroy Sparta/Wisconsin
- Luce Line Trail/MN
- MN Valley State Trail/MN
- Katy Trail/Missouri
- Heritage Trail/Dubuque
- Wabash Trace/Council Bluffs
- 400 State Trail/Wisconsin
- Elroy Sparta/Wisconsin
- Luce Line Trail/MN
- MN Valley State Trail/MN
Parts of it are paved. At least the 3 miles headed east out of Slater. I *think* a good majority of it us unpaved from Huxley on east.
Feeling my season closing here, at least for the next week. For biking I am pretty cold blooded and hibernate at temps below 50. All 40's till maybe end of next week when long range shows some 50-60 chance. Still 50's today but rain in the next hour. Won't be long before both bikes and the Boxster get deep sleep'd till spring. Pretty sure the bikes again won the season mileage battle. Bikes and bird photography walkabouts have sort turned the old car into a hanger queen.
A less lazy guy might do a gear and chain clean on the hybrid for possible late fall rides. Not sure I can be that less lazy guy. 20% chance of this happening.
A less lazy guy might do a gear and chain clean on the hybrid for possible late fall rides. Not sure I can be that less lazy guy. 20% chance of this happening.
Same...Feeling my season closing here, at least for the next week. For biking I am pretty cold blooded and hibernate at temps below 50. All 40's till maybe end of next week when long range shows some 50-60 chance. Still 50's today but rain in the next hour. Won't be long before both bikes and the Boxster get deep sleep'd till spring. Pretty sure the bikes again won the season mileage battle. Bikes and bird photography walkabouts have sort turned the old car into a hanger queen.
A less lazy guy might do a gear and chain clean on the hybrid for possible late fall rides. Not sure I can be that less lazy guy. 20% chance of this happening.
Road RAGBRAI Fall Ride on Saturday and I kinda feel like that was the end of it, time to jump on the indoor bike
I'm sure i read it's paved Huxley to Cambridge now but haven't been on it this year.
I was just looking at one of these. Real heavy, huh? I had read that, but I’m a noob, so wasn’t sure what experienced riders consider “heavy”.
I wouldn't say heavy... With the BB90 they put on the bikes, it isn't as responsive as an Emonda or Madone. It is more of a cruising road bike, that soaks up all bumps easily.
I havent bought tires in a couple of years, but take a look at Sworks griptons/turbo, continental gran prix 4000 ll/5000 or Renee Herse tires (may be too wide for some bikes depending what u are looking for.). All have excellent protection and low rolling resistance. You cant go wrong with any of these....worth the investment and prevention.
My wife has budget specialized tires...Espoir tires that came on her bike, no flat issues as well in 4 or 5 years of riding her bike. Its an older tirebu can pick up cheep. Not the best rolling versus what I noted above.
My wife has budget specialized tires...Espoir tires that came on her bike, no flat issues as well in 4 or 5 years of riding her bike. Its an older tirebu can pick up cheep. Not the best rolling versus what I noted above.
Did the Heritage Trail out of Dubuque yesterday and tried to hide from the wind. Drove home today in these winds, holy crap. Maybe a ride in the woods on the mtb is the way to go.
