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Pirelli tyres - any data
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Pretty much what the title says.

Pirelli is a massive name in the motor racing scene, so are potentially a big puncher in the cycle market.
Has anybody seen/recorded crr or aero data on their tyres, or are we going solely from the PR spiel at this point?
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Liaman] [ In reply to ]
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I'm not aware of any data at the moment (and I'm always looking!) but I'd expect to see some results on the crr front soon. I *think* Jens has one and it probably won't be long before BRR has one as well.
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Liaman] [ In reply to ]
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Tested by Tour Magazine. Rolling resistance is really good but not better than Michelin Power Competition

Use Google Translate on below link, test is written in german

http://www.tour-magazin.de/...ero-velo/a44716.html
Last edited by: tommyi: Aug 5, 17 21:59
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Liaman] [ In reply to ]
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It looks like the Pirelli TT tire may be a new contender for top clincher: http://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/...-p-zero-velo-tt-2017. It edges out the Supersonic at a lighter weight, although durability may be a concern. Aerodynamics are also an unknown.
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [cobra_kai] [ In reply to ]
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cobra_kai wrote:
It looks like the Pirelli TT tire may be a new contender for top clincher: http://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/...-p-zero-velo-tt-2017. It edges out the Supersonic at a lighter weight, although durability may be a concern. Aerodynamics are also an unknown.

Huh? At the measured width (25mm on a narrow rim), I think I'd go for a Turbo Cotton over that (faster AND more durable)...or, just run a Corsa Speed (even faster, about the same durability) with either a latex tube or set up tubeless...

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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Tom A.] [ In reply to ]
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I'm with you. I'll stick with the Turbo Cotton that I've been using. For a first try though, Pirelli brought a dang fine tire.
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Tom A.] [ In reply to ]
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I used to have Specialized Turbo Cottons based off what your testing showed. I switched to 23mm front and 25mm rear Continental GP TT. Should I have stayed with the Turbo Cottons?

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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [BryanD] [ In reply to ]
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BryanD wrote:
I used to have Specialized Turbo Cottons based off what your testing showed. I switched to 23mm front and 25mm rear Continental GP TT. Should I have stayed with the Turbo Cottons?

Probably...the GP TTs measure VERY wide (i.e. as much as 2mm wider than their ratings) and that's not going to help the aero drag component...but then, you'll have to believe I know what I'm talking about in regards to bike technology ;-)

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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Tom A.] [ In reply to ]
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Tires, I believe you. Disc brakes - NEVER! :)

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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [BryanD] [ In reply to ]
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hows Durability on GP TT tires compared to the 4000SII
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Trimeon] [ In reply to ]
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Anyone
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [Trimeon] [ In reply to ]
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Both have a puncture protection belt. The TT have slightly thinner rubber. I use a TT out back when its wet during tts, otherwise I use the Supersonics. Conti does something right with their rubber, their tires aren't nearly as fragile as Michelin or especially the new Vittoria Corsa Speed.
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Re: Pirelli tyres - any data [ridenfish39] [ In reply to ]
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I have used the GP4000s most times for road racing for my clinchers ,but thinking of TT up front and force in the back for RRs

Corsas dont last and IMO cut way to easy
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