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Scott S
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: February 8, 2013
Strengths: strong tire, wears well, great handling and the priceWeaknesses: the ride is not as supple as a more expensive tire with a softer rubber compoundBottom Line: In 2011 I purchased a Giant Defy Avanced 2 that came stock with Michelin Pro Optium tires,but I did not like the looks of them so I bought the Michelin Lithion 2. I am glad I did. First off, I was amazed that after 2000 miles,the rear tire is still round with lots of tread life left.In two years of riding with this brand of tire,I have never had a flat,They handle great on dry roads,not sure on wet roads because Heaven forbid I should get my bike wet.The only reason I do not give them 5 stars is because of the harder rubber compound,they are not as compliant.Also,on a hot summer day, you will not be flicking stones off of the tires.
Favorite Ride: Parker ride
Price Paid:
$28.00
Purchased At: Amazon
Similar Products Used: Michelin Lithion,Serfas Seca RS
Bike Setup: Giant Defy Advanced 2 with Mavic Cosmic Elite wheelset,Michelin Lithion 2 tires,full Shimano Ultegra group
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Cam G
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: January 5, 2013
Strengths: Price, Ride, Handling, Weight, Durability, Colors, Availability!Weaknesses: Absolutely noneBottom Line: These have been, in my use over 2 years, the ultimate bargain tire. They simply do it all and at a very low price. I've gotten them for as little as $17. I actually prefer them to my previous favorite, the Michelin Pro2. They have all the suppleness of any high-end tire, due to their very thin and flexible sidewall. Nonetheless, I've had VERY few punctures (on New Haven's glass and pothole-strew streets), and no issues with sidewall vulnerability.
It is the lightest decent road tire, excellent for racing as well as training.
Similar Products Used: Michelin Pro2, Vredestein Fortezza, Vittoria Diamante, Conti Ultra Sport, 3000
Bike Setup: Current: Santana Stylus Scandium, SRAM Rival, Custom wheels, 3T cockpit
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twinkles
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: April 5, 2011
Strengths: cheap, light, durable, smooth riding, nice cornering, and puncture resistantWeaknesses: noneBottom Line: When I first got these tires, I was afraid they were going to ride rough, because the rubber feels quite hard. Well, I like the way these tires ride better than conti 4000S's. They also last alot longer than Michelin Pro 2's. I rarely flat, so most tires seem puncture resistant to me. I push them pretty hard in corners every day, and they feel very nice to me. They're pretty well a perfect tire for me.
Favorite Ride: climbing and descending
Similar Products Used: conti supersport, grandsport, 3000, 4000, 4000s michelin speedium 2 & pro 2 and others
Bike Setup: Old ti frame with modern components.
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Dargo200
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: July 1, 2010
Strengths: Don't tear like the old onesWeaknesses: Don't grip as well as the original LithionsBottom Line: The original lithion tyres had a real problem with tearing. Michelin have solved this problem by using a slightly harder compound but at the cost of grip. The tyre still performs reasonably well but not as grippy as the originals. I haven't used these in the wet yet so I can't comment on that. They have a slightly higher pressure rating than the old ones (115 psi instead of 100 psi) which is good for rolling resistance. All in all it's a reasonable training tyre.
Favorite Ride: Any
Purchased At: bike shop of castle
Similar Products Used: Michelin Lithion, Maxxis Hors Categorie
Bike Setup: 2011 Giant TCR Advanced
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