Tyre recommendation please

ScottishDan said:

Right, I've had enough of f'kin punctures and i can't stop little [censored] throwing glass bottles on paths.

Can anyone recommend a good 26 inch puncture proof tyre that is reasonably priced, for a bike that is used mainly on the road and a wee bit on paths and tracks

Grrrr

No authentice tyre is puncture proof.

But if you are looking for a sturdy hardwearing tyre that is reliable and doesn't puncture, I would recommend a Michelin Kevlar tyre.

I have used three sets on my training bike - and have completed over 11,000
miles this year on them.
I have punctured twice.

Good suggestion.

My vote, Conti Sport Contact 26x1.3 at 90psi. 😎

I just got the tyres for the TRY bike today, Conti GP4000! 😄

Thanks, for suggestions. Come the apocolypse, I want the only thing remaining to be cockroaches and my robustocycle.

I have been looking at Schwalbe marathon plus tyres, they weigh a hefty 900g each but I don't mind having a heavy bike. Does anybody have any experience of these?

Not sure of local availability, but consider one of Specialized's Armadillo models (kevlar not just in the tread but also sidewalls...bulletproof) and Panaracer T-Serv or Pasela Tour Guard. In my experience, they represent different trade-offs: Armadillos are indestructible but are heavy, wire bead (i.e., not foldable), and don't seem very grippy to me on wet pavement (a big concern here in Seattle). I currently run Pasela TGs on my commuter and love 'em. They only have kevlar on the tread (plain sidewalls), but they are foldable (cheaper, wire bead model available), light, and seem to grip better in wet conditions. T-Servs might have better sidewall protection (not sure). I'm pretty sure all of these tires come in 26-inch.

These kevlar-reinforced options are probably best for flat protection. There's something reassuring (and satisfying) about hearing a little "ping" as rocks, glass, and nails get tossed away from your tire as you ride over debris.

Good luck...

Any of the Conti Protection range would be good I think. They are not the toughest, but they are pretty tough

The Explorer / Escape pair woudl be most suitable for your uses.

SEAcarlessTTLE said:

Not sure of local availability, but consider one of Specialized's Armadillo models (kevlar not just in the tread but also sidewalls...bulletproof) and Panaracer T-Serv or Pasela Tour Guard. In my experience, they represent different trade-offs: Armadillos are indestructible but are heavy, wire bead (i.e., not foldable), and don't seem very grippy to me on wet pavement (a big concern here in Seattle). I currently run Pasela TGs on my commuter and love 'em. They only have kevlar on the tread (plain sidewalls), but they are foldable (cheaper, wire bead model available), light, and seem to grip better in wet conditions. T-Servs might have better sidewall protection (not sure). I'm pretty sure all of these tires come in 26-inch.

These kevlar-reinforced options are probably best for flat protection. There's something reassuring (and satisfying) about hearing a little "ping" as rocks, glass, and nails get tossed away from your tire as you ride over debris.

Good luck...

I bought specialized hemisphere armadillos. Good tyres. A bit heavy but my bike already weighs a tonne, non-foldable - not a problem and they hum when you ride. They grip quite well in the wet and they have nice red sidewalls.

I rode through a big pile of broken glass yesterday (not on purpose) and they were fine. I did fall off on my first ride out on them but as far as I'm aware, no tyre sticks to black ice 😠

A bit heavy is an understatement but they are bullet proff. I've had great luck with Conti 4-season's 3K and no flats but i think i'm going to try the new GP4000.

I've used Specilized Armadillos and Panaracer Pasela Tour Guards. The Armadillos aren't the most supple tires in the world, that's for sure but they don't ride that bad and they do seem to be extremely flat resistant. I put a lot of miles on them and never had a puncture (or flat of any kind for that matter). I also put a lot of miles on the Pasela Tour Guards. I'm still riding them and in my opinion they have a softer ride than the Armadillos. I did have one flat with the Paselas and it appeard to be a puncture of some sort. But that's not bad considering I've got over 1,000 miles on them.

ScottishDan said:

I bought specialized hemisphere armadillos. Good tyres. A bit heavy but my bike already weighs a tonne, non-foldable - not a problem and they hum when you ride. They grip quite well in the wet and they have nice red sidewalls.

I rode through a big pile of broken glass yesterday (not on purpose) and they were fine. I did fall off on my first ride out on them but as far as I'm aware, no tyre sticks to black ice 😠

I GOT ANOTHER [censored] PUNCTURE!!!😠 😠 😠

Never get another flat

Not sure about the ride but the Amerityre is supposed to be OK

Summer - Vredestein Tri Comp 700*23 115psi. Never punctured in 2600 miles. Fats but bad in wet. Winter - Continental 4 season 700*23 115psi. Punctured each tyre from flints within 1000 miles, did not stand a chance. Good in wet and road rubbish.

Fradbut said:

Summer - Vredestein Tri Comp 700*23 115psi. Never punctured in 2600 miles. Fats but bad in wet. Winter - Continental 4 season 700*23 115psi. Punctured each tyre from flints within 1000 miles, did not stand a chance. Good in wet and road rubbish.

And one flat through my 3rd set of 4-seasons,go figure. BTW,Mich pro's were the best tire i had for getting flats.