I just went to a 650 and am riding on Michelin Axial Pro and I’ve had to side blowouts where the tire becomes unseated in the rim and I’m only running them at 100PSI (the max is 116) so I’m thinking it’s just a crappy tire.
I’m looking for a good solid training tire in the 650 size and would appreciate any reccomendations.
Thanks.
Conti makes Gran Prix 4000s in that size.
Much more durable than Michelin Axials or Pros.
Try the Schwalbe Stelvio HS-350 - folding.
Take a look at your clincher rim and see if there is any damage. That may be why you are having trouble with your current tires. Is it just one wheel that you having the problem or is it both?
p.
I haven’t had any problems with the Michelin Pro2Race. Just bought a pair of the Pro3Race (didn’t even know they were out in 650 until my trip to Performance) and I hope they work just as well.
Jodi
Yes, it’s happened on both
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I train on Conti Gatorskins 650X23 with the wire bead. I’ve been very happy with the durability of the tires. Those are mounted on Alex 300 rims and Velocity Deep V.
I’ve been using the Michelin Pro Race on my race wheels, HED 3 front and Jet 90 rear. I’m moving to the Pro Race 3 this year.
jaretj
Conti Gran Prix 4000 for training and Michelin ProRace 2/3 for races.