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Review by AnonymousGreat value, comfortable, durable. by AnonymousKalamazooBought these for riding a
local hard packed gravel trail system as well as around the neighborhood. Performs well in both while maintaining OK performance in mud/wet grasses.
Reviewed 11/4/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought these for riding a
local hard packed gravel trail system as well as around the neighborhood. Performs well in both while maintaining OK performance in mud/wet grasses.
Review by AaronsshortHappily Surprisedby AaronsshortCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I got this tire in a pinch before a bike packing trip. It held up better than expected on my route and continues to receive miles. I didn't think the reflective ring would be a strong point but I've been pleasantly surprised.
Reviewed 10/26/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Aaronsshort was helpful/No, review by Aaronsshort was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I got this tire in a pinch before a bike packing trip. It held up better than expected on my route and continues to receive miles. I didn't think the reflective ring would be a strong point but I've been pleasantly surprised.
Review by AnonymousAwesome tire for great priceby Anonymous7 of 7 customers found this review helpful.Great tire. Smooth and easy to gain speed. To my surprise tho, I found these tires are flippin Awesome on snow and Ice!!!! I mean 4 of snow and packed icw and snow. Amazing!!! Rode all over the place and my tail end slipped just once, but not much. Ill be buying again!!! Customer for life!! Used to make my own studded snow tires and what a pain in the a that was!! No more!! Thanks, Rob
Reviewed 12/8/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great tire. Smooth and easy to gain speed. To my surprise tho, I found these tires are flippin Awesome on snow and Ice!!!! I mean 4 of snow and packed icw and snow. Amazing!!! Rode all over the place and my tail end slipped just once, but not much. Ill be buying again!!! Customer for life!! Used to make my own studded snow tires and what a pain in the a that was!! No more!! Thanks, Rob
Review by jeremygeorge16Great tireby jeremygeorge16Cycling EnthusiastSouth West Missouri1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This has been a great all around tire for the riding I do. Which averages around 15 miles per ride on rural chip and seal roads with some gravel in SW Missouri.
Reviewed 4/30/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by jeremygeorge16 was helpful/No, review by jeremygeorge16 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This has been a great all around tire for the riding I do. Which averages around 15 miles per ride on rural chip and seal roads with some gravel in SW Missouri.
Review by TourpaceGreat Value Conti for Pavement and Gravelby TourpaceCycling EnthusiastBrenham, TXOld school here - give me tubes and a good quality wire bead tire! Easy to mount and maintain too. Good quality from Continental and an amazing price. We use these on our everything bikes (Black Mountain Cycles Monster Cross Disc and Niner RLT e9 RDO) for pavement and gravel. Running 30- 32 PSI on gravel and 40 PSI on pavement. They roll good on the smooth stuff and the outer knobs help give traction on dry gravel.
Reviewed 11/7/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tourpace was helpful/No, review by Tourpace was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Old school here - give me tubes and a good quality wire bead tire! Easy to mount and maintain too. Good quality from Continental and an amazing price. We use these on our everything bikes (Black Mountain Cycles Monster Cross Disc and Niner RLT e9 RDO) for pavement and gravel. Running 30- 32 PSI on gravel and 40 PSI on pavement. They roll good on the smooth stuff and the outer knobs help give traction on dry gravel.
Review by ChrisRead details by ChrisBend, OR.1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This is a great tire for the money! We do a lot of gravel riding side knobs give just enough bit on loose surface cornering and file tread rolls smooth on asphalt. I have been running these tubeless, sometimes it is a little work to seal but run well once sealed.
Reviewed 8/19/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chris was helpful/No, review by Chris was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is a great tire for the money! We do a lot of gravel riding side knobs give just enough bit on loose surface cornering and file tread rolls smooth on asphalt. I have been running these tubeless, sometimes it is a little work to seal but run well once sealed.
Review by DaveCasual riders that love these tires!by DaveCasual CyclistDunnellon, FLTwo retirees who primarily ride pavement. We ride Trek Verve IIs and wanted a smaller / lighter tire. We're easy on them and they deliver. Tire size is 700x42. Price was a bonus.
Reviewed 3/8/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dave was helpful/No, review by Dave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Two retirees who primarily ride pavement. We ride Trek Verve IIs and wanted a smaller / lighter tire. We're easy on them and they deliver. Tire size is 700x42. Price was a bonus.
Review by Front Range dirt bagGood for Commuting!by Front Range dirt bagCycling EnthusiastDenver, CO7 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I ordered these tires for my Fuji Cross Comp because I didn't feel very confident on the skinny road tires that originally came with the bike (I bought the bike second-hand a few years ago). I'm not much of a long-distance road road cyclist. I often use this bike for local errands and a 10-mile commute to work one day a week, and I wanted some bigger tires to absorb bumps from all the cracks and debris that I ride through along the Platte River in North Denver. I also wanted something a bit more grippy. I've really loved these tires because I feel so much more confident on turns, and they're very helpful with navigating cracks in the road, gravel, and patches of grass. Plus, these tires look bad-ass on a road bike. There is a reflective strip along the entire sidewall, so that helps to alert cars to your presence.
Reviewed 6/20/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Front Range dirt bag was helpful/No, review by Front Range dirt bag was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I ordered these tires for my Fuji Cross Comp because I didn't feel very confident on the skinny road tires that originally came with the bike (I bought the bike second-hand a few years ago). I'm not much of a long-distance road road cyclist. I often use this bike for local errands and a 10-mile commute to work one day a week, and I wanted some bigger tires to absorb bumps from all the cracks and debris that I ride through along the Platte River in North Denver. I also wanted something a bit more grippy. I've really loved these tires because I feel so much more confident on turns, and they're very helpful with navigating cracks in the road, gravel, and patches of grass. Plus, these tires look bad-ass on a road bike. There is a reflective strip along the entire sidewall, so that helps to alert cars to your presence.
Review by Michigan ManFast on tarmac and hardpack with less worry by Michigan ManCycling EnthusiastMichigan USA9 of 9 customers found this review helpful.Most riding on these tires has been on tarmac and dirt road in Michigan. The dirt roads are hard pack with many 15mm-35mm single loose stones scattered around. Even with 32mm tires, pinch flats happen hitting those. The 42mm Speed Rides give me a chance to look around and enjoy the view with less worry for tire saftey.
On tarmac they roll very easy and are quiet with a supple feel. This is a great priceperformance tire. Continental could do even better though if they would make a 42mm version of the Ultra Sport II folding.
Reviewed 8/23/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Michigan Man was helpful/No, review by Michigan Man was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Most riding on these tires has been on tarmac and dirt road in Michigan. The dirt roads are hard pack with many 15mm-35mm single loose stones scattered around. Even with 32mm tires, pinch flats happen hitting those. The 42mm Speed Rides give me a chance to look around and enjoy the view with less worry for tire saftey.
On tarmac they roll very easy and are quiet with a supple feel. This is a great priceperformance tire. Continental could do even better though if they would make a 42mm version of the Ultra Sport II folding.
Review by JustTheFactsMaamGreat Price Performance - Grip and Rollby JustTheFactsMaamCycling EnthusiastVirginia4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Thanks, Michigan Man, for your review. I bought the 42mm tires -- outstanding balance for all around road and mild trail and gravel riding. Tire rolls smoothly and feels very sure on the road and corners.
Reviewed 10/19/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JustTheFactsMaam was helpful/No, review by JustTheFactsMaam was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Thanks, Michigan Man, for your review. I bought the 42mm tires -- outstanding balance for all around road and mild trail and gravel riding. Tire rolls smoothly and feels very sure on the road and corners.
Review by AnonymousGood tire for phoenix so farby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastGlendale, AZ15 of 19 customers found this review helpful.I ride these tires on a CX bike on gravel, cement, dirt around phoenix and they handle well and absorb a lot of shock. They are quite big and do catch some wind though. The reflective whitewall is more profound than the pic shows which I like for city riding. I've seen several women glance at me and lower their shades will riding on these tires.
Reviewed 4/23/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I ride these tires on a CX bike on gravel, cement, dirt around phoenix and they handle well and absorb a lot of shock. They are quite big and do catch some wind though. The reflective whitewall is more profound than the pic shows which I like for city riding. I've seen several women glance at me and lower their shades will riding on these tires.
Review by ThomasI'm getting the tires they look good but I haven't got to use them I need rims and I'm broke and I'm disabledby Thomaslompoc1 of 9 customers found this review helpful.I apologize my rims are tore up now I have to get a set for the tires on but they look good just need rims now thank you
Reviewed 2/25/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Thomas was helpful/No, review by Thomas was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I apologize my rims are tore up now I have to get a set for the tires on but they look good just need rims now thank you
Review by MacFantastic value tire for CX and all weather bikesby MacCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.A great replacement tire for the PNW seasons.
Reviewed 2/4/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Mac was helpful/No, review by Mac was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
A great replacement tire for the PNW seasons.
Review by AnonymousLove them - no complaintsby AnonymousCharlotte5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.Bought them for long gravel grinders over some tough terrain. So far weve been through two 75-mile plus gravel races, in addition to regular road, gravel, and single track, and theyve performed extremely well.
Reviewed 5/23/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought them for long gravel grinders over some tough terrain. So far weve been through two 75-mile plus gravel races, in addition to regular road, gravel, and single track, and theyve performed extremely well.
Review by JsuttVery nice rideby JsuttSaint Louis 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I am not an off road biker and found this tire to have a smooth ride on pavement with a good price point
Reviewed 10/12/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jsutt was helpful/No, review by Jsutt was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I am not an off road biker and found this tire to have a smooth ride on pavement with a good price point
Review by AnonymousGood all around tireby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastNew York 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Smooth rolling tire with a bit of grip on gravel roads and corners nicely.
Reviewed 9/14/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Smooth rolling tire with a bit of grip on gravel roads and corners nicely.
Review by FLYGEEGrippy, and wonderfulby FLYGEEPomona, CA6 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I purchased the 42 size and was upgrading from a 38. There is a difference between the two and the 42's do weigh a little more (when inflated) but the 42's offer great traction both on dirt and street. The tread pattern is great and they are durable. I've been having these tires for a little over a month and no flats yet. I dont expect getting a flat anytime soon.
Reviewed 6/2/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by FLYGEE was helpful/No, review by FLYGEE was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I purchased the 42 size and was upgrading from a 38. There is a difference between the two and the 42's do weigh a little more (when inflated) but the 42's offer great traction both on dirt and street. The tread pattern is great and they are durable. I've been having these tires for a little over a month and no flats yet. I dont expect getting a flat anytime soon.