Road bike tire recommendations

[carolync]

I'm in the need for a new tire for my Ruby. I still have the original tires (Specialized Pro all condition) with 2000+ miles on them.

Was headed out for a ride and noticed I had a flat, front tire had a big slash, I guess I got home from my ride just in time.

Any recommendations on a good all purpose tire. I am more of a leisurely rider rather than any racer, if that makes any difference.

Should I replace my rear tire at the same time?

Thanks!
Carolyn

[indysteel]

I've always had good luck with Vittoria Rubino Pros. I used to get pretty good deals on them at probikekit.com, but I haven't purchased any for a while. The "right" tire depends, in part, on what kind of roads your ride. If they're in bad shape and/or you encounter debris and the like on a regular basis, you might want to go with a more puncture resistent tire.

[tulip]

I like Serfas Seca. I've also had very good experiences with Hutchinson.

I had a blowout on a new Michelin Pro Race, but alot of folks like them. Mine may have been defective, but since then I've just gone with what I know works.

[nscrbug]

I've had good luck with Vittoria Diamante Pro and Michelin Krylion, so those are my 2 "go to" tires.

[azfiddle]

We have so many thorns in Arizona that I use Continental Gatorskins. I think Armadillos are equally protective.

[Roadtrip]

I use Gatorskins on my Ruby as well... 700x25 as opposed to the 700x23 that came on it. I tried to put 28s on the bike, but ended up not having enough clearance.

Good Luck and let us know what you decided on.

Shannon