As strong as Schwalbe Durano+ but faster???

[BigonaBianchi]

I'm looking for some new tyres. I want them to have the same puncture protection as schwalble durano+ which I currently use in Cyprus, but would like them to roll faster if possible. I know it's always a trade off but just wondered if anyone has suggestions for a really solid/puncture 'proof' road tyre (23 or 25 700c) which isn as heavy as the durano plus, and is a 'slick' race style tyre ......basically I want to go faster without punctures...dont we all....Any links much appreciated.

Cheers

 

[Peteaud]

Conti gp4000s


http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/continental-grand-prix-4000s-road-bike-tyre/rp-prod18796

 

[djb1971]

Conti gp4000s


http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/continental-grand-prix-4000s-road-bike-tyre/rp-prod18796

My contis cut very easily, one was binned after the first ride. They're fast but not as hard wearing as durano+.

Krylions or the new equivalent will be faster rolling but I'm still stuck to using durano plus or duranos.

 

[Peteaud]

My contis cut very easily, one was binned after the first ride. They're fast but not as hard wearing as durano+.

Krylions or the new equivalent will be faster rolling but I'm still stuck to using durano plus or duranos.

Mine have been spot on, best tyre i have ever had.

My Duranos that came with the bike didnt last at all.

I guess i depends on what the local roads are like.

 

[djb1971]

Mine have been spot on, best tyre i have ever had.

My Duranos that came with the bike didnt last at all.

I guess i depends on what the local roads are like.

I guess it's pot luck. I'm not going to praise my current tyres too much, tempting fate.

 

[BigonaBianchi]

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/michelin-pro4-endurance-road-bike-tyre/rp-prod81155
Im looking at these...any thoughts??

The roads in northern cyprus are mostly excellent with no potholes etc....just occassionally I'll take a rougher track however so thats when I like the peace of mind of the durano's.

 

[maltloaf]

I don't think you'll beat Durano for the combination of speed and puncture protection. They do cut up a bit right from the first ride but the integrity of the tyre doesn't seem to suffer. I did over 2000 miles on them last winter and won't hesitate to put them back on when the weather turns grizzly.

You could always try durano s which are faster but less puncture resistant ?

 

[AndyRM]

Ah, the debate on tyre preference rolls again... Could we not have a sticky or something outlining the popular choices and their pros/cons? Not having a go at you @BigonaBianchi or anyone else on this thread, but it's a subject which pops up frequently and never seems to get resolved (nor will it, really).

 

[djb1971]

We've got nothing better to do tonight.

At least it's not a helmet thread or commuting near miss

 

[Roadrider48]

Schwalbe ultremo DD evo....

 

[ayceejay]

Has anyone tried the Schwalbe One as they seem to fit the bill although I have not tried them.

 

[smokeysmoo]

Schwalbe tyres have always cut up badly on our local roads IME, I do like them but they seem to be a softer compound than Conti's and just not practical for round here.

I stick to Conti Gatorkins now and touch wood have never had an issue.

 

[outlash]

Conti GP 4 seasons .


Tony.

 

[Roadrider48]

Schwalbe tyres have always cut up badly on our local roads IME, I do like them but they seem to be a softer compound than Conti's and just not practical for round here.

I stick to Conti Gatorkins now and touch wood have never had an issue.

I have gatorskins on my shopping/runaround bike and I have to admit they have been very reliable. One puncture in 10 months.

 

[rich p]

I mus tbe a bit slow as I've never noticed any difference n rolling quality in similar tyres.