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Review by DKBest for how I rideby DKCycling EnthusiastPortland, ORI am one of those hardy few - some would say foolhardy few - who ride tubulars for everyday training and club rides. I just love the way they ride. However, it took a number of experiments before I settled on Tufo tape rather than glue, on a roadside repair process that was as quick as changing a tube, and most importantly, these tires. I have since had a very happy mix of performance and flat resistance. That it IS somewhat of a compromise is why 4 stars, not 5.
Reviewed 12/31/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DK was helpful/No, review by DK was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I am one of those hardy few - some would say foolhardy few - who ride tubulars for everyday training and club rides. I just love the way they ride. However, it took a number of experiments before I settled on Tufo tape rather than glue, on a roadside repair process that was as quick as changing a tube, and most importantly, these tires. I have since had a very happy mix of performance and flat resistance. That it IS somewhat of a compromise is why 4 stars, not 5.
Review by Nokomis JackNice handling tireby Nokomis JackCycling EnthusiastNokomis, FL and Cape Cod, MAI use these with Stan's sealant on my carbon rims and they install (with Tufo tape) and handle very well. I have not gotten great wear on them, but it may just be an unfortunate series of road debris to blame. I have two tires waiting to go on next so I'm committed to the tire. Watch for it on sale, I have noticed an occasional $15 price bump.
Reviewed 8/17/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Nokomis Jack was helpful/No, review by Nokomis Jack was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use these with Stan's sealant on my carbon rims and they install (with Tufo tape) and handle very well. I have not gotten great wear on them, but it may just be an unfortunate series of road debris to blame. I have two tires waiting to go on next so I'm committed to the tire. Watch for it on sale, I have noticed an occasional $15 price bump.
Review by AnonymousI like the smoothness of the tire .by AnonymousBay Area2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.This tire rolls with very little resistance .
The ones that I have used have very good durability. They grip we'll and comfort is good.
Reviewed 2/14/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This tire rolls with very little resistance .
The ones that I have used have very good durability. They grip we'll and comfort is good.
Review by OJ JetIncredible tire by OJ JetCompetitive RacerEdmonton, Alberta4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Been racing tubulars for many years with mixed results of short wear, scary cornering, poor wet handling and hard stiff rides. I installed the 23's on my RZR 46 wheels and instantly noticed the difference. Smoother ride, stable cornering in all conditions, and durable on on routinely rough roads here. With only one tire rotation during 2500 kilometers and running between 145 and 160 PSI, they are still going strong. I train and Grandfondo race on them with confidence, without sealant. Note they are easy to install with Tufo tape (no messy glue).
Reviewed 10/25/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by OJ Jet was helpful/No, review by OJ Jet was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Been racing tubulars for many years with mixed results of short wear, scary cornering, poor wet handling and hard stiff rides. I installed the 23's on my RZR 46 wheels and instantly noticed the difference. Smoother ride, stable cornering in all conditions, and durable on on routinely rough roads here. With only one tire rotation during 2500 kilometers and running between 145 and 160 PSI, they are still going strong. I train and Grandfondo race on them with confidence, without sealant. Note they are easy to install with Tufo tape (no messy glue).
Review by AnonymousExcellent road tireby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastWestchester County, NY1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Excellent road tire - light, fast, responsive. Have gotten over 1500 miles on rear tire. Road conditions here are fair to poor and I'm 150 lbs.
Reviewed 9/18/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Excellent road tire - light, fast, responsive. Have gotten over 1500 miles on rear tire. Road conditions here are fair to poor and I'm 150 lbs.
Review by AnonymousGreat tireby AnonymousMichigan1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I love this tire I have had no issues. Two if my bikes have these tires on them.
Reviewed 4/13/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I love this tire I have had no issues. Two if my bikes have these tires on them.
Review by AnonymousWhen the red shows through an Elite Ride, you have lot's of miles left.by AnonymousCompetitive RacerBoulder CO1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.My rear Elite Ride has been showing red for about three months. It's now beginning to show black and next will be the threads. I'll change it then. I spend lots of time riding dirt roads and never had a flat. I put 15 ml of Stan's in them when I mount them. So don't change them too soon.
Reviewed 8/19/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
My rear Elite Ride has been showing red for about three months. It's now beginning to show black and next will be the threads. I'll change it then. I spend lots of time riding dirt roads and never had a flat. I put 15 ml of Stan's in them when I mount them. So don't change them too soon.
Review by AnonymousSolid Tough Tubularby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastBoulder, CO2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I wouldn't consider this a racing tubular, but I think the Tufo Elite series of tires are among the very best tubulars for training, group rides, road event rides, etc. I ride 23mm on the front and 25mm on the rear. They are very durable, seem to withstand puncture better than most tubulars and wear extremely well. I use Stan's NoTubes sealant, an ounce or so, in my training tubulars and Stan's / Tufo creates a tubular setup you can ride for months pretty much worry free. Forget about the Tufo sealant, by the way, as it's just not as good as Stan's. I mention that because I did get a small puncture on this tire about 600 miles in, and Stan's sealed it immediately. Not only did I complete that ride with no problems but I've ridden it several hundred more miles without incident.
Reviewed 8/15/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I wouldn't consider this a racing tubular, but I think the Tufo Elite series of tires are among the very best tubulars for training, group rides, road event rides, etc. I ride 23mm on the front and 25mm on the rear. They are very durable, seem to withstand puncture better than most tubulars and wear extremely well. I use Stan's NoTubes sealant, an ounce or so, in my training tubulars and Stan's / Tufo creates a tubular setup you can ride for months pretty much worry free. Forget about the Tufo sealant, by the way, as it's just not as good as Stan's. I mention that because I did get a small puncture on this tire about 600 miles in, and Stan's sealed it immediately. Not only did I complete that ride with no problems but I've ridden it several hundred more miles without incident.
Review by NortonTufo Elite Ride 23 Tubular Road Tire tough, great handling race tireby NortonCompetitive RacerAlberta1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Have about 2000 km on the tires through training and Grandfondos. Limited wear, great over rough terrain and cornering great. Highly recommend.
Reviewed 7/22/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Norton was helpful/No, review by Norton was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Have about 2000 km on the tires through training and Grandfondos. Limited wear, great over rough terrain and cornering great. Highly recommend.
Review by TriHarderDaveEasy to install, durable and solid feel on all road conditions.by TriHarderDaveCycling EnthusiastPortland, OregonUse on my road bike used for training rides and rainy or winter weather conditions. Tire goes on without a struggle. I use Tufo gluing tape which makes the install a breeze. Tire is durable and wears well, at least so far after only a few hundred miles. Solid road feel - good grip and roll.
Reviewed 7/19/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by TriHarderDave was helpful/No, review by TriHarderDave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use on my road bike used for training rides and rainy or winter weather conditions. Tire goes on without a struggle. I use Tufo gluing tape which makes the install a breeze. Tire is durable and wears well, at least so far after only a few hundred miles. Solid road feel - good grip and roll.
Review by SeattlesteveFirst tubular experience has been good so farby SeattlesteveSeattleTaipeiBeing new to tubs I was a bit hesitant about the whole black magic of the glueing process. Came across Tufo in my research and their taping system and thought I'd take the plunge. These 23's roll well, but seem a bit stiff coming from what I'm used to (Michelin Pro4 clinchers), but my experience with tubs is limited so take this review with that in mind. The installation couldn't have been easier. I've only ridden in the dry so no comment on the wet experience.
Reviewed 7/10/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Seattlesteve was helpful/No, review by Seattlesteve was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Being new to tubs I was a bit hesitant about the whole black magic of the glueing process. Came across Tufo in my research and their taping system and thought I'd take the plunge. These 23's roll well, but seem a bit stiff coming from what I'm used to (Michelin Pro4 clinchers), but my experience with tubs is limited so take this review with that in mind. The installation couldn't have been easier. I've only ridden in the dry so no comment on the wet experience.
Review by AnonymousGreat Tire!by AnonymousCompetitive RacerSan Francisco, CAI have used this tire for training and racing and have been very pleased with its durability, speed, and grip in various conditions. I have confidence in these tires.
Reviewed 6/28/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have used this tire for training and racing and have been very pleased with its durability, speed, and grip in various conditions. I have confidence in these tires.
Review by AnonymousLong lasting, reliable, and a great training and racing tireby AnonymousCompetitive Racer1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I've use Tufo tubulars for many years on my race wheels. I've never flatted - I use Stan's or Tufo tire sealant and mount my own tires using the Tufo tape. Tufo just gets better every year. These new tires have a better ride and grip plus the reliability and bulletproof features that have always been Tufo's trademark.
Reviewed 5/6/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've use Tufo tubulars for many years on my race wheels. I've never flatted - I use Stan's or Tufo tire sealant and mount my own tires using the Tufo tape. Tufo just gets better every year. These new tires have a better ride and grip plus the reliability and bulletproof features that have always been Tufo's trademark.
Review by marcobikerNice and light, wears easily. by marcobikerCompetitive RacerOregon1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.10 crits, 2 time-trials, with zero training miles on 'em, and the wear strip is showing over a 13 of the tire. I'm not a fan.
Reviewed 3/11/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by marcobiker was helpful/No, review by marcobiker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
10 crits, 2 time-trials, with zero training miles on 'em, and the wear strip is showing over a 13 of the tire. I'm not a fan.
Review by AnonymousA tough, reliable, all-around tire with good ride characteristics and grip.by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastChicago6 of 6 customers found this review helpful.I now use this as my regular everyday tire (I am a die-hard fan of sew-ups). I ride hard 200 - 300 miles per week year-round along the Chicago lakefront and suburbs, including some notorious glass-strewn stretches. They are quite good at resisting flats. They also wear well giving good service for 2K miles. Highly recommended by a veteran rider.
Reviewed 1/28/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I now use this as my regular everyday tire (I am a die-hard fan of sew-ups). I ride hard 200 - 300 miles per week year-round along the Chicago lakefront and suburbs, including some notorious glass-strewn stretches. They are quite good at resisting flats. They also wear well giving good service for 2K miles. Highly recommended by a veteran rider.
Review by AnonymousLike the Tufosby AnonymousCompetitive RacerFloridaHad the Victorias did not like them, switched to the Tufo Elite 23 and been using them ever since....
Reviewed 1/24/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Had the Victorias did not like them, switched to the Tufo Elite 23 and been using them ever since....
Review by RAH*))The Tufo Ellite is now my favorite tube tire.by RAH*))Cycling EnthusiastPuget Sound, Washington1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.After installing these tires and putting my first 100 miles on them I have decided these will be my mainstay for my pleasure and semi-competitive riding. I switch from tubular to clinchers in the winter because I am riding rough country roads and its dark in the fall when I ride. But I am looking forward to next spring when I get back on my tubulars! I like them so much I set up two sets of wheelsets with the Tufo's but I haven't had any flats yet after about 450 miles.
Reviewed 10/4/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by RAH*)) was helpful/No, review by RAH*)) was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
After installing these tires and putting my first 100 miles on them I have decided these will be my mainstay for my pleasure and semi-competitive riding. I switch from tubular to clinchers in the winter because I am riding rough country roads and its dark in the fall when I ride. But I am looking forward to next spring when I get back on my tubulars! I like them so much I set up two sets of wheelsets with the Tufo's but I haven't had any flats yet after about 450 miles.
Review by AnonymousThese tires are super easy to install. No tubes. Love them. by AnonymousCompetitive RacerLouisiana1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Love
These tires. Easy to install and very durable. I just wish they made a folding version to have a spare.
Reviewed 9/27/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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These tires. Easy to install and very durable. I just wish they made a folding version to have a spare.
Review by AnonymousThese tires are awsome by AnonymousCompetitive RacerRiverside, CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Prior to these I have been running Zipp and Vittoria tubular tires. After having two Zip's and one Vittoria fail at the stem in the course of two weeks, I will no longer be purchasing those brands again. They have been replaced by Tufo.
Reviewed 9/6/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Prior to these I have been running Zipp and Vittoria tubular tires. After having two Zip's and one Vittoria fail at the stem in the course of two weeks, I will no longer be purchasing those brands again. They have been replaced by Tufo.
Review by Nokomis JackSolid tire if you can get a decent buy.by Nokomis JackCycling EnthusiastNokomis, FL and Cape Cod, MA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Riding these to replace the even more pricy Vittoria Corsa Evo CX with my carbon wheels. Reasonable wear (1264 miles on rear, 3863 front may be my best) but usually flatted before that. I do run them with Stan's sealant which is great for the occasional staple or thorn, but doesn't help if I lock up the brakes and take the tire down to the red layer. Operator error, I know.
Reviewed 5/5/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Nokomis Jack was helpful/No, review by Nokomis Jack was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Riding these to replace the even more pricy Vittoria Corsa Evo CX with my carbon wheels. Reasonable wear (1264 miles on rear, 3863 front may be my best) but usually flatted before that. I do run them with Stan's sealant which is great for the occasional staple or thorn, but doesn't help if I lock up the brakes and take the tire down to the red layer. Operator error, I know.