Recommendations for tyres please.

[Copo]

Hi

I've noticed a few little splits on my tyres, they've been on through the long winter with me, so it's probably time for a change. This is the first time I've had to replace the tyres and I get confused by the ridiculous amount of choice I have when looking for replacements.

The bike I have is a Triban 7. My next big ride is the Way of the Roses Coast to Coast ride so I need something fairly robust. I'm also a bit of a tightwad, so nothing too pricey!

Any recommendations greatly received thanks.

 

[TissoT]

Specialized armadillos.... cheap and hard wearing..

 

[John the Monkey]

Bontrager Hardcase is another frequent budget recommendation - my pal at work is riding those at the moment and likes them.

 

[Kies]

Vittoria rubino's - cheap, done hundreds of miles on them and you get to pick a colour

 

[jack smith]

Specialized armadillos.... cheap and hard wearing..

not sure if £30 is considered cheap at all for a tyre...

 

[DCLane]

Vittoria Rubino - currently £9.99 at both Wiggle & Chain Reaction.

Bought some myself today.

 

[Sharky]

Don't forget, you can use superglue sometimes with the smaller splits and extend their life a bit.
Keith

 

[Easytigers]

I like Lithion 2s - they also can be had for £9.99 atm

 

[TissoT]

not sure if £30 is considered cheap at all for a tyre...

Have seen them for £22 ...

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Gatorskins. 6,000 miles one failed patch and two pinch punctures, and still mileage left in them.

 

[nxn2020]

+1 for gatorskins, specialised that came with my Allez were crap, got soooo many punctures with them, changed to gators and not had one since!

 

[davdandy]

Gator hardshells for me.Not worth skimping on the money if you want peace of mind.