tires

**SadieKate** · 07-31-2006, 02:29 PM

Deleted. Mimi answered faster than I could type.

**SadieKate** · 07-31-2006, 02:37 PM

Tons of really good tires out there. Colored in 25 -- you'll have to do some research. Depending on your decision, I have a brand spanking new set of Michelin Carbon 700x25c with yellow stripes. They are very durable. Not as supple as a high performance racing tire but great for training (they're labeled ultra resistant). They won't work on my Ritchey rims. Tell the RD I'll make him a good deal if this is what you want.

Sheesh, I have got to get going on how to sell on eBay. The sheer volume of extra stuff is driving me nuts. The LBS calls us for parts!

Check Schwalbe and Continental also.

www.biketiresdirect.com has a good selection if you want to see multiple manufacturers quickly and has a somewhat usable search function.http://www.biketiresdirect.com/categ...4248&c=2430917

**mimitabby** · 07-31-2006, 02:47 PM

awe, Sadie Kate, i want COLORS!

I know what you mean about parts... we need to set up a swap website
with paypal and stuff for bike stuff.

**SadieKate** · 07-31-2006, 02:52 PM

Originally Posted by mimitabby

awe, Sadie Kate, i want COLORS!

oops, I just added that they have yellow stripes.

A picture of the tires. This model has been replaced the the Krylions, I think.
http://www.roadbikereview.com/cat/wh...9_2489crx.aspx

**Tri Girl** · 07-31-2006, 02:49 PM

I vote for yellow tires-they will look like they're on fire when you're flying down the road.

**mimitabby** · 07-31-2006, 02:54 PM

Originally Posted by Tri Girl

I vote for yellow tires-they will look like they're on fire when you're flying down the road.

yellow does sound cool. but they don't seem to have them in a big enough size.
21 cm is all i can find!!

Kitsune06 · 07-31-2006, 06:23 PM

hmm... anyone know if 26" road slicks come with blue?

**mimitabby** · 07-31-2006, 02:49 PM

whoa whoa,
clincher tire is Standard for road bikes??? really? How come my husband has 300 different tubes??

**SadieKate** · 07-31-2006, 02:51 PM

Clinchers use tubes. Tubulars (aka sew-ups) do not.

**DebW** · 08-01-2006, 04:39 AM

Originally Posted by SadieKate

Clinchers use tubes. Tubulars (aka sew-ups) do not.

Sew-ups do use tubes. When you repair them, you have to open the stitching and patch the tube. But you can't replace the tube (unless you want to do several hours worth of sewing). You don't carry spare tubes, but a spare tire with a tube sealed inside. There are new tires called "tubular clinchers" which contain no tubes and use clincher rims. Traditional sew-ups use a very different rim and are held on by glue.

**mimitabby** · 08-01-2006, 06:14 AM

DH said my tires were not the sewup or clincher type as I suspected.
Judging from the comments in this thread, #1 i will buy yellow or yellow striped tires
#2 BIKE TIRE MANUFACTURERS, GIRL BIKERS OF ALL AGES LIKE COLORS!!!! and we have $$$ and like to spend it!!!

**KnottedYet** · 08-01-2006, 06:52 AM

I think these are cool. Maybe I'll get some when (if) my continentals wear out.

http://www.rivendellbicycles.com/web...bes/10054.html

**Bikingmomof3** · 07-31-2006, 06:52 PM

Originally Posted by SadieKate

Tons of really good tires out there. Colored in 25 -- you'll have to do some research. Depending on your decision, I have a brand spanking new set of Michelin Carbon 700x25c with yellow stripes. They are very durable. Not as supple as a high performance racing tire but great for training (they're labeled ultra resistant). They won't work on my Ritchey rims. Tell the RD I'll make him a good deal if this is what you want.

Sheesh, I have got to get going on how to sell on eBay. The sheer volume of extra stuff is driving me nuts. The LBS calls us for parts!

Check Schwalbe and Continental also.

www.biketiresdirect.com has a good selection if you want to see multiple manufacturers quickly and has a somewhat usable search function.http://www.biketiresdirect.com/categ...4248&c=2430917

Oh more things to look at for my new bike. I believe my tires are 700x25c.

**fatbottomedgurl** · 07-31-2006, 08:45 PM

I vote for yellow. My mtb tires are red to match the red accents on my black & yellow bike.

w/ black & red saddle.

**Triskeliongirl** · 08-01-2006, 03:22 AM

Schwalbe Stelvios come in many colors right here on TE, but only in 700 x 23. BTW, its a great tire, high pressure, light, rolls really well, very flat resistant. I use them cuz they are the best racing tire in both a 24" and 700cc size. Mimi, do understand that if you go to a wider tire you will have more rolling resistance and it is likely to impact your speed. I do prefer wider tires on my commuter, but love the 23 stelvios for fast club riding. My husband bought the yellow striped michelins, and they tore on his first ride! I have yet to flat with my stelvios.

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