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Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire
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I am signing up for a road race here in Michigan called the Cone Azalia Classic. It includes riding on some sections of gravel roads as well as paved roads that are in poor condition with large potholes, etc. It's referred to as the Paris Roubaix of Michigan. I've been reading some race reports from people who have competed before, and apparently tire blow outs are pretty common and riders are strongly recommended to get some 28mm tires that are very durable.

So, does anyone have some good recommendations for a very strong clincher that will hold up to this kind of abuse?
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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Aeroforce] [ In reply to ]
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specialized armadillo

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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Aeroforce] [ In reply to ]
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Ritchey Super Fortress.... 7000 miles and counting. :-)

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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Aeroforce] [ In reply to ]
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I'm really really loving my Continental GP4000s, better than any other flat resistant tire I've tried. And they ride half decent to boot!
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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [wimothy] [ In reply to ]
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Ditto.


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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Justin in OK] [ In reply to ]
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The trouble with the Armadillos is it feels likey ou are on the cobbles when you are not. In my opinion that is the toughest tire. But we call them the Flintstone Tires for a reason. The Bontrager Hardcase isn't as tough but rides much much smoother and is pretty darn tough. That is my choice and it comes in a 28 that is more like a 26 mm tire and fits Reynolds and Alpha Q forks, cause I have them in there.
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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Aeroforce] [ In reply to ]
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I really like my Maxxis Detonators. No flats, a couple thousand miles so far, and they are reasonably priced.

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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Aeroforce] [ In reply to ]
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I like the Schwalbe Stelvio Plus, a layer of foam rubber under the tread, rolls reasonably well for a flat resistant tire. Seems to withstand cuts better than other tires I have tried. Comes in 700x25 but its pretty big, the 23 is bigger than some 25's.

Now if you want to stop bullets, I am not sure. (is the race through Detroit?)
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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [Tai] [ In reply to ]
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[reply]I'm really really loving my Continental GP4000s, better than any other flat resistant tire I've tried. And they ride half decent to boot![/reply]

2nd that really love the 4000's
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Re: Wanted: ST'er recommendations for a "bulletproof" tire [reddenm] [ In reply to ]
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That's good reports. I've got a set inbound.
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