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bruce carras
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: October 7, 2011
Strengths: bullet proof for crappy roadsWeaknesses: a little slow compared to other tiresBottom Line: love em tuff as hell !
Favorite Ride: canton ave
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: mich pro 3
Bike Setup: 2006 spec carbon comp ksym elites
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Michael Paul
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: June 14, 2011
Strengths: -Puncture resistance
-Much faster than Specialized Armadillo
-Much smoother than Specialized Armadillo
-Wear better than Armadillo
-Much cheaper than ArmadilloWeaknesses: -Can't think of anyBottom Line: I've been using Specialized Armadillo tires for about six years now, and although they are durable, they have some problems---I've noticed with the dual radius, the flat part of the tire meets the road, so you get a lot more tread area to pick up debris, which has never gone all the way through, but has stuck in the thick tread and invisible, worked its way through the casing. Also, I've had at least two Armadillo tires with tread separation, and so, I had to get rid of them.
Now I thought I'd try the Contin Gatorshell in Janauary. First of all, I could get them about $16 cheaper per tire, if I looked hard enough. They were lighter, rode a lot nicer, and the flat protection, so far, has been at least as good. I have one set of tires with Gatorskin and one with the Hardshell, so I'm not sure which is which. I have a highway here that I've avoided because of debris, but I haven't had a flat on it (I had a few with the Armadillo tires) but it could be because they have construction there and have cleaned up the shoulder a bit. I don't know, but since January, I've had no more flats than I did with the Specialized Armadillo, maybe even less, and they wear better, are lighter, feel smoother and more lively, and instead of $60 freakin' per tire, I'm under 50.
Favorite Ride: Anywhere but Evansville Indiana
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At: Can't remember
Similar Products Used: -Specialized Armadillo Elite
Bike Setup: -Kestrel Talon SL, carbon post and handlebars too.
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polkm5s2
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: May 27, 2011
Strengths: Flat protection
High mileageWeaknesses: CostBottom Line: I have used Gatorskins 700 X 25mm for over 5 years. I bought a new set for some new wheels. I can't remember the last flat I had due to the flat protection the tire provides. At ~90 to 95 psi the ride is nice, but over 100 psi the ride is harsh compared to the GP 4000s (25mm). Great for year round training rides. Typically, the tires last for between 3000 to 3500 miles. The only weakness I have found was that the grip is not as good as the GP4000s.
Favorite Ride: Trailhead
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At: Universal Cycles
Similar Products Used: GP 4000s
Bike Setup: Caad9 with SRAM Force
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Benben
a Commuter
from Date Reviewed: April 17, 2011
Strengths: High puncture resistance. Very good because they are difficult to mount on my rims (wire bead tires).Weaknesses: Sidewalls. Not for use on gravel. A small nick and the 23mm version was ready to burst out at 115 psi pressure. Had to trash it.Bottom Line: Purchased both the 700x28mm and 23mm sizes. Very pleased with durability but sidewalls are weaker and can dry out. Keep an eye on sidewall condition as tires age.
Favorite Ride: Anywhere
Price Paid:
$55.00
Purchased At: MEC
Bike Setup: 28mm: Kona Dr Dew 200? I don't remember
23mm: Klein Q carbon 2002
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Boaz
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: April 2, 2011
Strengths: Acceleration, this gatorskin grips well to the road without much friction! This tyre rolls very smoothly it is light wieght and durable and can handle sharp glass cuts. Flats are rare!!!Weaknesses: Price, this tyre is not cheap, and the wire beading makes it easy to wreck when its not on your bike.Bottom Line: This tyre is the most durable I have came across. Loves the fast smooth road but it will handle any dirt roads you could encounter. Very tough, I might consider myself a careful rider but i do run over the occasional beer can, bike pump, and glass. Never had a flat from glass so it is a very tough tyre.
Favorite Ride: Out to Beechworth
Price Paid:
$69.00
Purchased At: Mathews Cycles
Similar Products Used: Vredestein Fiammante
Bike Setup: Shimano 105 WOOT WOOT!!! Road Race made easy!
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