Ralphie ★ Posted December 21, 2014 Share #1 Posted December 21, 2014 They are quite pricey, but also quite good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted December 21, 2014 Share #2 Posted December 21, 2014 I have them on my road bike. They made it through my last crash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrAzY Posted December 21, 2014 Share #3 Posted December 21, 2014 I love the skins I have.. Well worth it for city riding.. I run over a lot of glass commuting to places 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted December 21, 2014 Share #4 Posted December 21, 2014 I love the skins I have.. Well worth it for city riding.. I run over a lot of glass commuting to places So far, nary a puncture on mine, <knock on wood> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far ★ Posted December 21, 2014 Share #5 Posted December 21, 2014 I ran Armidillos first, then they got scarce. I've been running Gators for about 5-6 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolf Posted December 21, 2014 Share #6 Posted December 21, 2014 The only tires I buy, since I'm not a racer. Durable and a good ride too; a number of Armadillo users I talked to said they had a very heavy or dead feel. Last I knew, the best prices were from ProBikeKit in the UK; I was able to save substantial amounts, but it has been awhile since I've been shopping. EDIT: Looks like you can get a pair of 25C Gatorskins with two free Michelin tubes for $70 through them. http://www.probikekit.com/bicycle-tyres/continental-gatorskin-clincher-road-tyre-twin-pack-with-2-free-tubes-black-700c-x-25mm/11020956.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted December 22, 2014 Share #7 Posted December 22, 2014 I use to ride on Gatorskins, but switched to Conti Grand Prix 3000S Black Chili tires. They ride much better and are pretty puncture resistant. I've had a couple of flats that the Gatorskins might have prevented - or might not have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted December 22, 2014 Share #8 Posted December 22, 2014 I am a fan of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllieRN Posted December 22, 2014 Share #9 Posted December 22, 2014 I use to ride on Gatorskins, but switched to Conti Grand Prix 3000S Black Chili tires. They ride much better and are pretty puncture resistant. I've had a couple of flats that the Gatorskins might have prevented - or might not have. This and they have less rolling resistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted December 22, 2014 Share #10 Posted December 22, 2014 I switched to them late this summer. I like them so for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted December 22, 2014 Share #11 Posted December 22, 2014 Gatorskins aren't the smoothest tires out ther, but the are durable, and not rocks. Michelin Pro4 endurance/Krylion Carbon are the best compromise I've found, and cheap if you get them through a shop in England. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted December 22, 2014 Share #12 Posted December 22, 2014 I have been riding on Gatorskins for 10 years now, and have been satisfied with them. I am tempted to try Conti 4000's, though. Several in my club ride on those Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgun Posted December 22, 2014 Share #13 Posted December 22, 2014 Yes, there is a reason. They suck on fat bikes. For a road bike, no good reason other than they're kind of pricey for your taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted December 22, 2014 Share #14 Posted December 22, 2014 I use to ride on Gatorskins, but switched to Conti Grand Prix 3000S Black Chili tires. They ride much better and are pretty puncture resistant. I've had a couple of flats that the Gatorskins might have prevented - or might not have. I second this, plus I think the GP's handle better in wet weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted December 22, 2014 Share #15 Posted December 22, 2014 Gatorskins aren't the smoothest tires out ther, but the are durable, and not rocks. Michelin Pro4 endurance/Krylion Carbon are the best compromise I've found, and cheap if you get them through a shop in England. I have to agree with this, too, their carbon tires were a pretty nice cross of better durability and a nice ride. I still like the open corsa for dry weather, there isn't any substitute for 320tpi that I have ridden, but they are pricey as hell, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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