It's time for a new set of tires for my Orbea Orca. The current set Michelin ProRace2 700X23 are near end of life or I should say the rear is end of life. The rear tire is starting to show bare threads and has deep cuts to the point that the inner tube wants to expose itself where the cuts are. The tires have 2500 miles on them.
My new set on the bike will be the Michelin ProRace3 700X23s. I had Performance Bike price match them with another online store and used a 20% coupon which ended up costing $30.50 each. They're willingness to pricematch always brings me back to them.
My new set on the bike will be the Michelin ProRace3 700X23s. I had Performance Bike price match them with another online store and used a 20% coupon which ended up costing $30.50 each. They're willingness to pricematch always brings me back to them.
It always crossed my mind that I should by my tires in sets of 3. Since the rear tire wears out faster than the front. I figure the extra tire would replace the rear one as it wears down. Or, I just get a pair then replace both front and rear and save the old front tire as an emergency spare. What do you think?
While I'm at it, a group buy with my cycling buddies netted a great deal on 3 Spinergy Stealth SS Carbon wheelsets from Gotta Ride Bikes. These wheelsets are just as tough as my Ksyrium SSC SLs. One thing I can honestly say about these new wheelsets is with the aero profile there is definately a difference in the ride quality. They ride smooth and take corners like you are on rails. Ride times on my regular routes have shown some improvement in lower ride times. If its all in my head then... its okay, they look cool!
My Orbea Orca with new wheelset and tires
2 comments:
Bob, I think buying tires in 3's is good idea especially for a commuter like you.
Any reviews on the PRO3's? I know PRO2's were slick on cornering but they're a biatch to install :)
Reviews, not at this time. I need more road time with them to give a more honest opinion. 1st impressions are silky smooth with the new wheelset and excellent grip on cornering. More to follow later after some additional miles.
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