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Review by Dananton485Have had these for over 2 yearsby Dananton485Las Vegas, NV1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Never had a flat on the road. I have had one while parked at home, was it he cat not sure They are very hard to get on the first time but they stretch over time. Tire construction, uniformity, traction are all good on dry pavement. I cant speak for wet or damp road conditions. Wish I could find a 25c version of this tire
Reviewed 10/10/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dananton485 was helpful/No, review by Dananton485 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Never had a flat on the road. I have had one while parked at home, was it he cat not sure They are very hard to get on the first time but they stretch over time. Tire construction, uniformity, traction are all good on dry pavement. I cant speak for wet or damp road conditions. Wish I could find a 25c version of this tire
Review by Jan Reliable Rideby Jan Daily CommuterVanc/PDXNot many choices for tire protection for 650s. Gskins are the best I've found and they're long-lasting. Difficult to install/remove, however, so get a tool like the Kool Stop jack or the Crank Brothers Speedier Lever unless your hands are super strong.
Reviewed 12/20/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jan was helpful/No, review by Jan was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Not many choices for tire protection for 650s. Gskins are the best I've found and they're long-lasting. Difficult to install/remove, however, so get a tool like the Kool Stop jack or the Crank Brothers Speedier Lever unless your hands are super strong.
Review by AnonymousGreat Tireby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastI wish this tire came an a "folded" tire instead of just a "wired" tire as folded tires are much easier to install and remove.
Reviewed 10/9/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I wish this tire came an a "folded" tire instead of just a "wired" tire as folded tires are much easier to install and remove.
Review by JbikeFavorite commuter tire!by JbikeDaily CommuterSan Marcos, TXI like how it stands up to commuting on not so smooth roads.
Reviewed 11/20/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jbike was helpful/No, review by Jbike was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I like how it stands up to commuting on not so smooth roads.
Review by CycleMommaSo far, so good. Recent relocation to the thorny high desert requires these and NO FLATS on a 410 mile ride!by CycleMommaCycling EnthusiastBoise2 of 5 customers found this review helpful.Was happy to find 650c tires for my hand-built bike and will continue to use Gatorskins on club and tour rides. Just wish they came in colors!
Reviewed 9/13/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by CycleMomma was helpful/No, review by CycleMomma was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Was happy to find 650c tires for my hand-built bike and will continue to use Gatorskins on club and tour rides. Just wish they came in colors!
Review by sarawgGreat tires for city cycling by sarawgChicago, IL I have a tri bike that I also use to get around in downtown Chicago and these tires are great! I put them through a lot and they�ve been awesome so far.
Reviewed 9/11/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by sarawg was helpful/No, review by sarawg was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have a tri bike that I also use to get around in downtown Chicago and these tires are great! I put them through a lot and they�ve been awesome so far.
Review by ReginaWorth itby ReginaWilliston1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Folks blowing tires left and right at the ironman race i attended but not me. These tires got me through some rough roads with zero issues. Will buy again when needed.
Reviewed 10/15/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Regina was helpful/No, review by Regina was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Folks blowing tires left and right at the ironman race i attended but not me. These tires got me through some rough roads with zero issues. Will buy again when needed.
Review by DRDaveA great all-a-round tireby DRDaveCycling EnthusiastBayfield, CO 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Overhauling a very small Cannondale with 650c I was surprised in the lack of good training tires. The Continental Gatorskin comes to the rescue. I've used Gatorskins in various sizes and they have never let me down. You can spend more on a training tire but you will be hard pressed to beat the Continental Gatorskin, flat protection you can count on.
Reviewed 10/5/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DRDave was helpful/No, review by DRDave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Overhauling a very small Cannondale with 650c I was surprised in the lack of good training tires. The Continental Gatorskin comes to the rescue. I've used Gatorskins in various sizes and they have never let me down. You can spend more on a training tire but you will be hard pressed to beat the Continental Gatorskin, flat protection you can count on.
Review by Jim PDurable Says It Allby Jim PCycling EnthusiastBoulder, CO4 of 6 customers found this review helpful.When the last Gatorskin rear tire on my Bacchetta recumbent started to get threadbare, I checked the mileage and saw that it was an astounding 4300 miles. Usually they ready to replace at about 3300-3500 miles. In any case, that's the most durable tire I've used. The front tires are good for 6500-7000 miles.
Reviewed 4/6/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jim P was helpful/No, review by Jim P was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
When the last Gatorskin rear tire on my Bacchetta recumbent started to get threadbare, I checked the mileage and saw that it was an astounding 4300 miles. Usually they ready to replace at about 3300-3500 miles. In any case, that's the most durable tire I've used. The front tires are good for 6500-7000 miles.
Review by Out and AboutDependableby Out and AboutCycling EnthusiastCedar Rapids IA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.In the area that I ride in, road debris is an ever-present danger. With the GatorSkins I don't have as many concerns. There is no perfect riding condition for my situation so why take a chance on an ordinary tire; stay with a proven winner.
Reviewed 8/21/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Out and About was helpful/No, review by Out and About was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
In the area that I ride in, road debris is an ever-present danger. With the GatorSkins I don't have as many concerns. There is no perfect riding condition for my situation so why take a chance on an ordinary tire; stay with a proven winner.
Review by Larry leibelGreat tire by Larry leibelCycling EnthusiastPost falls ID1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.On my second pair, ran the first pair 6000 miles, not one flat. I ride about 3000 miles a year.
Reviewed 7/13/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Larry leibel was helpful/No, review by Larry leibel was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
On my second pair, ran the first pair 6000 miles, not one flat. I ride about 3000 miles a year.
Review by DukeGreat Tire - Alredady have close to 500 miles on the tire and no issues.by DukeCompetitive RacerJackson, MsJust getting started in road racing and this tire performance is great. Great for all conditions - no issues so far.
Reviewed 5/21/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Duke was helpful/No, review by Duke was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Just getting started in road racing and this tire performance is great. Great for all conditions - no issues so far.
Review by AnonymousGreat tire 900 miles now without a problem. by Anonymous1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I was looking for a tire to train on that would be worry free. This tire seems to be it. I have 900 miles on these tires now and other then the normal air check I don't have to worry about them.
Reviewed 12/14/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I was looking for a tire to train on that would be worry free. This tire seems to be it. I have 900 miles on these tires now and other then the normal air check I don't have to worry about them.
Review by AnonymousWaste of moneyby Anonymousbrooklyn1 of 11 customers found this review helpful.Put these on and the same day a piece of metal went through them.
Reviewed 1/24/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Put these on and the same day a piece of metal went through them.
Review by CkhLove themby Ckhsouth0 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Great tire. No issues and direct tires got them to me quickly
Reviewed 1/25/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Ckh was helpful/No, review by Ckh was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great tire. No issues and direct tires got them to me quickly
Review by tmrogBeen using these tires for years and love them!by tmrogCycling EnthusiastBoston, MA3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I have been using these tires for years on my recumbent. I use them to reduce the number of flat tires and I am convinced that they help. My back tire has the majority of my weight so is more susceptible to flats. The only downside is that the wire bead means I can't use them as a backup tire on long rides.
Reviewed 8/31/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by tmrog was helpful/No, review by tmrog was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have been using these tires for years on my recumbent. I use them to reduce the number of flat tires and I am convinced that they help. My back tire has the majority of my weight so is more susceptible to flats. The only downside is that the wire bead means I can't use them as a backup tire on long rides.
Review by AnonymousGreat tireby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastPost Falls,I''d.2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Have two 650c x23 with 5000 miles not one problem
Reviewed 9/21/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Have two 650c x23 with 5000 miles not one problem
Review by LarryWould recommend this tire.by LarryPost Falls,I''d.3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.For general riding great tires no flats in 3000 miles.
Reviewed 5/22/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Larry was helpful/No, review by Larry was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
For general riding great tires no flats in 3000 miles.
Review by Anonymousgood tire by AnonymousCycling Enthusiast2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Good tire for the price. Long miles with few flats.
Reviewed 9/16/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Good tire for the price. Long miles with few flats.
Review by AnonymousGreat Tires! In terms of riding fast and hard on the rough a$$ roads of NYC, the gatorskins never let me down! by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastNYC2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Best tires I ever rode on.
Puncture proof!
Ultra Reliable!
Fast!
Gatorskins for life!
Reviewed 8/22/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Best tires I ever rode on.
Puncture proof!
Ultra Reliable!
Fast!
Gatorskins for life!