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Review by UrbanRiderThe 700 x 28 is adequate, but is definitely not a 28mm wide tireby UrbanRiderCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.The context I bought a set of the Pasela 700 x 28 tires to mount on Mavic Open Pro wheels underneath a vintage steel bike. The bike is set up as a road racing bike from the late 70's. I'm a 60kg132lb rider and I take this bike over urban streets and gravel roads in the Portland area. This is an initial impression so rain and worse road conditions might change the evaluation. The tires were mounted with Conti Race butyl tubes and inflated to recommended pressure for evaluation, then deflated to 85psi for riding.
First, these tires, when inflated to recommended 105psi measure just 25mm compared to the stated 28mm. That is a substantial difference and a disappointment as my interest was in a wider tire for both performance and comfort over long distances.
The ride On smooth pavement, these tires proved very quiet and smooth with good cornering. But, in Portland, our streets are generally not like that. Once on rougher pavement, the typical Portland street, the ride was a no longer quiet and smooth. I think this has more to do with the tire width than the materials or air pressure. Once on minimal gravel conditions, the Columbia Slough path, the tires behaved well, but as you would expect from a 25 or narrower tire. It negotiated the fine and occasionally soft gravel adequately. In softer ground, they proved a very nice ride.
Overall If I had known the actual width of the tire is as it has proven to be, I may have gone to the 32mm, assuming it is narrower than stated. If it is proportionally narrower, it would be a 28 and ideal for my purposes. On the plus side, these tires look good, are reasonably priced especially for gum walls, and seem to have many admirers.
Reviewed 3/20/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by UrbanRider was helpful/No, review by UrbanRider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The context I bought a set of the Pasela 700 x 28 tires to mount on Mavic Open Pro wheels underneath a vintage steel bike. The bike is set up as a road racing bike from the late 70's. I'm a 60kg132lb rider and I take this bike over urban streets and gravel roads in the Portland area. This is an initial impression so rain and worse road conditions might change the evaluation. The tires were mounted with Conti Race butyl tubes and inflated to recommended pressure for evaluation, then deflated to 85psi for riding.
First, these tires, when inflated to recommended 105psi measure just 25mm compared to the stated 28mm. That is a substantial difference and a disappointment as my interest was in a wider tire for both performance and comfort over long distances.
The ride On smooth pavement, these tires proved very quiet and smooth with good cornering. But, in Portland, our streets are generally not like that. Once on rougher pavement, the typical Portland street, the ride was a no longer quiet and smooth. I think this has more to do with the tire width than the materials or air pressure. Once on minimal gravel conditions, the Columbia Slough path, the tires behaved well, but as you would expect from a 25 or narrower tire. It negotiated the fine and occasionally soft gravel adequately. In softer ground, they proved a very nice ride.
Overall If I had known the actual width of the tire is as it has proven to be, I may have gone to the 32mm, assuming it is narrower than stated. If it is proportionally narrower, it would be a 28 and ideal for my purposes. On the plus side, these tires look good, are reasonably priced especially for gum walls, and seem to have many admirers.
Review by AnonymousGood for the roads and trailsby AnonymousPortland Use these for my commuterweekend rider. No flats on approximately 700 miles.
Reviewed 6/25/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use these for my commuterweekend rider. No flats on approximately 700 miles.
Review by OttobotSweet balance of performance, durability and price. by OttobotDaily CommuterPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I use these as my daily driver on a disc gravel bike that's a fenderlight commuter bike all winter. I rode a set of these into the proverbial ground with only one flat in 18 months of riding. Nice road feel, light weight and a plenty durable. All for a super good price relative to the market (at least IMO). Hard to beat for the money.
Reviewed 12/27/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Ottobot was helpful/No, review by Ottobot was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use these as my daily driver on a disc gravel bike that's a fenderlight commuter bike all winter. I rode a set of these into the proverbial ground with only one flat in 18 months of riding. Nice road feel, light weight and a plenty durable. All for a super good price relative to the market (at least IMO). Hard to beat for the money.
Review by riccochraneAwesome balance of performance and protectionby riccochraneCompetitive RacerSeattle, WA2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I have run Paselas in various sizes on gravel, touring and commuting rigs for a couple years. I bought these for my wife's commutingtouring bike and I am never worried that she'll find herself stopped to fix a flat during her ride home, and the rubber is sticky as hell on Seattle's slick streets.
Reviewed 6/1/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by riccochrane was helpful/No, review by riccochrane was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have run Paselas in various sizes on gravel, touring and commuting rigs for a couple years. I bought these for my wife's commutingtouring bike and I am never worried that she'll find herself stopped to fix a flat during her ride home, and the rubber is sticky as hell on Seattle's slick streets.
Review by Avid riderNot what I expected.by Avid riderCycling EnthusiastBakersfield, CAReview for Panaracer Pasela PT Road Tire1 of 30 customers found this review helpful.I have used Panaracer tires before and thought these would be just fine. They are okay but are not what I was expecting, however will continue to use them. Not sure but it maybe the rims I have them. Hope they are more like what I wanted after I chance rems and tubes.
Reviewed 3/20/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Avid rider was helpful/No, review by Avid rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have used Panaracer tires before and thought these would be just fine. They are okay but are not what I was expecting, however will continue to use them. Not sure but it maybe the rims I have them. Hope they are more like what I wanted after I chance rems and tubes.
Review by willThe best non-tubeless tire I've ever riddenby willCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.In a market of inflated tire prices, the pricepoint of the Paselas is dreamy. I've got 700x38c Paselas on two different bikes - one for "road" and the other my commuter. These are beautiful tires that are surprisingly light in 38c, super capable on most gravel, grippy, and ridiculously supple (especially with latex tubes). I got lucky that the 38c tires just fit under some PDW fenders so I can ride these tires year round. As I noted in my headline, if these tires came in a tubeless, it'd be a gamechanger but I also hesitate knowing that some ride quality could disappear in the process of adapting it to tubeless. Oh well. In the meantime, go buy an armful of these tires!
Reviewed 10/9/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by will was helpful/No, review by will was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
In a market of inflated tire prices, the pricepoint of the Paselas is dreamy. I've got 700x38c Paselas on two different bikes - one for "road" and the other my commuter. These are beautiful tires that are surprisingly light in 38c, super capable on most gravel, grippy, and ridiculously supple (especially with latex tubes). I got lucky that the 38c tires just fit under some PDW fenders so I can ride these tires year round. As I noted in my headline, if these tires came in a tubeless, it'd be a gamechanger but I also hesitate knowing that some ride quality could disappear in the process of adapting it to tubeless. Oh well. In the meantime, go buy an armful of these tires!
Review by rodoQuality tire by rodoCycling EnthusiastNew York 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I�m very happy with my purchase, smooth rolling , rugged tread for urban or rough roads. I put many miles on my last pair which are still in use on another bike
Reviewed 9/4/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by rodo was helpful/No, review by rodo was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I�m very happy with my purchase, smooth rolling , rugged tread for urban or rough roads. I put many miles on my last pair which are still in use on another bike
Review by martywoodmanAwesome tiresby martywoodmanDaily CommuterNashville, Tn.3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.This is my go-to commuter tire. I'm currently running a 35 on the back and a 32 on the front. Easy to mount, stylish and puncture resistant. I feel a nice grab on the corners yet a suppleness and road-buzz cancelling quality that is very comfortable. I'll always use these on my winter commutertouring bike!
Reviewed 12/13/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by martywoodman was helpful/No, review by martywoodman was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is my go-to commuter tire. I'm currently running a 35 on the back and a 32 on the front. Easy to mount, stylish and puncture resistant. I feel a nice grab on the corners yet a suppleness and road-buzz cancelling quality that is very comfortable. I'll always use these on my winter commutertouring bike!
Review by Cycling with Taz @ youtubeGet's Punctures Easily, But other then that fast and comfortable.by Cycling with Taz @ youtubeDaily CommuterFort Lauderdale, FL2 of 13 customers found this review helpful.Im a bike commuter that cycles to work and sometime to the store. Also a attend group rides thats average over 50miles. Best thing about these tires or the yellow side walls. For two reasons, looks and comfort. They are really thin and I guess it was designed that way to cushion the bumps on the road. Theyre really fast. Because it has great grip can put the power to the ground quickly. Proof is on Strava where I have 3 KOMs with this tires so fare. Also every time Im on a group ride people always compliment my rear tire. The Bad thing about it is you can only truly ride it on the road and cobble stones. Any time I ride on grass which may have something as small as a needle or a paper clip it will puncture very easily. It happened to me twice my first month riding with it, because I like taking shortcuts to work. So I had to change my routes to stay on the road. Best advice with this tire is to only use it for the rear. Thats where you need the power.
Reviewed 5/20/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Cycling with Taz @ youtube was helpful/No, review by Cycling with Taz @ youtube was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Im a bike commuter that cycles to work and sometime to the store. Also a attend group rides thats average over 50miles. Best thing about these tires or the yellow side walls. For two reasons, looks and comfort. They are really thin and I guess it was designed that way to cushion the bumps on the road. Theyre really fast. Because it has great grip can put the power to the ground quickly. Proof is on Strava where I have 3 KOMs with this tires so fare. Also every time Im on a group ride people always compliment my rear tire. The Bad thing about it is you can only truly ride it on the road and cobble stones. Any time I ride on grass which may have something as small as a needle or a paper clip it will puncture very easily. It happened to me twice my first month riding with it, because I like taking shortcuts to work. So I had to change my routes to stay on the road. Best advice with this tire is to only use it for the rear. Thats where you need the power.
Review by AnonymousSecond Buy & Still Happyby AnonymousDaily CommuterRochester, NYThe Paselas last a long time, have better than average traction, very good resistance to punctures. The gum sidewall never showed any wear in spite of often being ridden on trails. There are probably faster tires but these are the right tire for me.
Reviewed 9/15/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The Paselas last a long time, have better than average traction, very good resistance to punctures. The gum sidewall never showed any wear in spite of often being ridden on trails. There are probably faster tires but these are the right tire for me.
Review by BykhykLight and Strongby BykhykKeene, NH1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.To me, a great "legacy" tan wall tire. Made years before disk brakes made tan walls stylish again. Great tire, wears well and very good puncture resistance. Best run as a road tire at the higher end of its rated pressure
Reviewed 1/11/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bykhyk was helpful/No, review by Bykhyk was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
To me, a great "legacy" tan wall tire. Made years before disk brakes made tan walls stylish again. Great tire, wears well and very good puncture resistance. Best run as a road tire at the higher end of its rated pressure
Review by Tim Dot GreenGreat Loaded Touring Tireby Tim Dot GreenCycling EnthusiastWisconsin2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Installed a set of these on my loaded touring bike. Loaded it up (35 pounds of gear) and went on a 4 day bike camping trip. These tires handled the load and the backroads of the driftless region (WI) with ease. They roll smoothly, look great and handle the challenge!
Reviewed 8/27/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tim Dot Green was helpful/No, review by Tim Dot Green was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Installed a set of these on my loaded touring bike. Loaded it up (35 pounds of gear) and went on a 4 day bike camping trip. These tires handled the load and the backroads of the driftless region (WI) with ease. They roll smoothly, look great and handle the challenge!
Review by Larry JQuality tire, true to sizeby Larry JCompetitive RacerAtlanta4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I rode these tires a bunch when I first built up my rainy day bike. After using another brand, I came back to this tire as they're a good balance of toughness, weight, and ride quality.
Reviewed 7/14/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Larry J was helpful/No, review by Larry J was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I rode these tires a bunch when I first built up my rainy day bike. After using another brand, I came back to this tire as they're a good balance of toughness, weight, and ride quality.
Review by AnonymousVery nice gravel tireby AnonymousCompetitive RacerAtlanta, GA3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I use these tires (700x32) on my commutergravel bike. I'd go one size larger (700x35) but I can't fit with fenders. Nevertheless, the 32s are very comfortable and relatively light weight (I got the folding version). Panaracer makes quality tires.
Reviewed 6/26/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use these tires (700x32) on my commutergravel bike. I'd go one size larger (700x35) but I can't fit with fenders. Nevertheless, the 32s are very comfortable and relatively light weight (I got the folding version). Panaracer makes quality tires.
Review by kraftk66Best Touring tireby kraftk66Cycling EnthusiastLos Angeles CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I've been using these tires and it's predecessor for 20 years. I have crossed the country and I didn't have a single flat in the whole distance. They are relatively light, fold and mount easily. My only complaint would be the tan sidewalls deteriorate and look shabby.
Reviewed 4/5/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by kraftk66 was helpful/No, review by kraftk66 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've been using these tires and it's predecessor for 20 years. I have crossed the country and I didn't have a single flat in the whole distance. They are relatively light, fold and mount easily. My only complaint would be the tan sidewalls deteriorate and look shabby.
Review by AnonymousExcellent Allrounder Tireby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastAtlanta, GA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I've been riding Pasela ProTite tires for years. They are lightest in their class, roll smoothly, offer low rolling resistance, transition to dirt well, and despite their suppleness, they're very tough and last a long time. Yes, I can find tires that do any one of these attributes better, but those "better" attributes result in either heavy, slow, stiff or less durable tires.
Reviewed 2/18/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've been riding Pasela ProTite tires for years. They are lightest in their class, roll smoothly, offer low rolling resistance, transition to dirt well, and despite their suppleness, they're very tough and last a long time. Yes, I can find tires that do any one of these attributes better, but those "better" attributes result in either heavy, slow, stiff or less durable tires.
Review by BillyBobsomewhat cushy good for road/rough road/occasional gravelby BillyBobCycling EnthusiastSan Diego1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Been using these for few five years commuting and going on longer bike rides. We typically ride on asphalt, however we almost end up riding gravel for cut offs, or short cuts to get from one area to another. These hold up pretty well; only had one failure due to a sharp object penetrating the tread. No tire likely would have survived that.
Reviewed 11/27/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by BillyBob was helpful/No, review by BillyBob was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Been using these for few five years commuting and going on longer bike rides. We typically ride on asphalt, however we almost end up riding gravel for cut offs, or short cuts to get from one area to another. These hold up pretty well; only had one failure due to a sharp object penetrating the tread. No tire likely would have survived that.
Review by ChandlerGreat affordable tire.by ChandlerAstoriaI got these to make my gravel bike a little faster on the roads, and was not disappointed. These tires offer awesome all season traction at an affordable price. I have roughly 400 miles in mine and they are still looking/riding like new. Not to mention the gumwall sidewalls looks really nice.
Reviewed 2/24/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chandler was helpful/No, review by Chandler was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I got these to make my gravel bike a little faster on the roads, and was not disappointed. These tires offer awesome all season traction at an affordable price. I have roughly 400 miles in mine and they are still looking/riding like new. Not to mention the gumwall sidewalls looks really nice.
Review by AnonymousLovely tires that will do right by youby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastPortland1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.These are well loved for good reason; they look fantastic, ride exceptionally well, and will last long enough to justify the mid-range price. An all-around great choice.
Reviewed 9/28/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These are well loved for good reason; they look fantastic, ride exceptionally well, and will last long enough to justify the mid-range price. An all-around great choice.
Review by kraft70My go to touring tireby kraft70Cycling EnthusiastLos Angeles3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I've been riding these tires for the last 18 years. I've ridden across the country and numerous other tours. They've been mounted on my Bruce Gordon with a full load for over 12,000 miles. Iv'e only had 4 flats in the entire time.
Reviewed 6/24/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by kraft70 was helpful/No, review by kraft70 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've been riding these tires for the last 18 years. I've ridden across the country and numerous other tours. They've been mounted on my Bruce Gordon with a full load for over 12,000 miles. Iv'e only had 4 flats in the entire time.