What puncture proof tyres?

g_lawrence
g_lawrence Posts: 8
edited March 2012 in MTB buying advice
Hi guys,

I have just bought a Rockrider 5.0 and need some advice on making my tyres as puncture proof as possible without it having an effect on how fast the tyres roll on the road.

Am i best to buy a brand new set of puncture proof tyres such as the BONTRAGER LT3 Hardcase Plus or just get some Panaracer FLATAWAY?

Many thanks

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  • MrChuck
    MrChuck Posts: 1,663
    If you've got knobblies then a new slick(er) tire with built in puncture resistance is going to be quicker than your existing tires with a liner.

    For puncture resistance I believe Schwalbe Marathon Plus are at the top of the tree, they won't be the fastest though- as with pretty much everything else 'fast' and 'bombproof' don't go hand in hand.

    Where you want to compromise between puncture resistance and speed is up to you- all the manufacturers have their own range and they're probably much of a muchness in how well they work.

    Lastly, there's no such thing as a puncture proof tire! Unless it's a solid rubber one :wink:
  • al2098
    al2098 Posts: 174
    I have gone down the puncture proof tyre dream before. It turned out a nightmare.
    If you want to climb well and generally have fun, heavy rolling stock (tyres) make a big difference to getting up the hill. I have bought so called puncture proof tyres which grip like teflon and weigh a ton, they also roll really slow.= no fun. Tried that sludge stuff which was useless. Very heavy and still got the occasional puncture with lots of white glue to mess everything up as well. I would say get a decent tyre, ie Continental ect.. and go with a good innertube and invest in an easy to use pump like a mini Lazyne, carry a spare innertube and get quick at changing them.
  • g_lawrence
    g_lawrence Posts: 8
    Have just rung my local bike shop and they suggested the Specialized Crossroads Armadillo tyres as they can be used for on and off road.

    Do they come with a good reputation?
  • chiv30
    chiv30 Posts: 49
    g_lawrence wrote:
    Have just rung my local bike shop and they suggested the Specialized Crossroads Armadillo tyres as they can be used for on and off road.

    Do they come with a good reputation?

    I have a friend that swears by them but don't expect too much traction on a 10% muddy climb ... for road riding they are great
    I use Bontrager H4 's for road/ commuting but if you hit a patch of mud or a mossy path they become a nightmare and its like bambi on ice
  • amclinden
    amclinden Posts: 101
    Spesh Armadillo's are amazing for city riding/rough roads/tracks :D
    Swveeeet¡¡¡

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