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Sealant Test - Part 2

In the second part of our sealant test, we share our full results for all seven contestants, along with key take-home messages.

Sealant Test - Part 1

Which sealant is the best? Do they perform differently with butyl and latex tubes? Does the size of the puncture matter? We devised a test to find out some answers.

28mm Tire Shootout

With winter coming, we compare four popular 28mm tires for your training and racing pleasure – Challenge, Michelin, Serfas, and Specialized. Who has the fastest one?

Choosing your tire width

We cover a very basic question – how do you pick the right tire size? Is there one ‘right’ width for all situations? What should you consider?

Specialized Road Tires 2014

We review three Specialized road tires – the S-Works Turbo, Turbo Pro, and Roubaix Pro. With new rubber compounds and puncture breakers, the big S is making big claims.

Serfas Urbana 650c Review

We review the Serfas Urbana 650c x 28mm tire. This unique product is custom made for one retailer, and is one of the only wide 650c tire options in the world.

Continental GP 4000 S II

Continental quietly unveiled a new version of their popular GP4000 S tire at Eurobike this year. We got in touch with them for more tech information to satisfy our tire geeks.

Fast Tires 2013 - Part 3

This is our third segment covering the state of racing and training tires in the 2013 model year. Our last few brands aren't the largest, but may have just what you need.

Fast Tires 2013 - Part 2

We continue our 2013 update on all-things-tire. This segment covers a few more brands, including Bontrager, Challenge, Schwalbe, and Specialized.

Fast Tires 2013

We examine the world of tires for the 2013 model year. What has changed? Who are the major players? Perhaps most importantly - what is the fastest?

Michelin Pro4 Review

We take a detailed look at the Michelin Pro 4 tire line. This versatile tire now has four distinct models, new sizes, and even 650c. We also call in an expert to do Crr testing.

Continental Attack & Force

We test the Attack and Force tire set from Continental. Featuring a staggered 22/24mm width, Conti says that they offer unique benefits in handling, aerodynamics, and rolling performance.

Caffelatex for 2013

We look at the recently revised tire sealant formula from Italy-based Effetto Mariposa. The product name remains the same, but the sauce is said to be much improved.

New tires from Schwalbe for 2012

German-based Schwalbe introduces a host of updated and new product for 2012. This includes the latest entry in to the tubeless market, with some very surprising rolling resistance numbers.

Tire Sealants

This is, to date, your definitive overview of tire sealants, for training and racing, for all types of tires, and tubes, and tires without tubes. Including how to make your own home brew.

Fast Tires for 2012 - 3

In a recent Slowtwitch poll a total of 29 votes were spread amongst Dugast, Schwalbe, Vredestein, Hutchinson, and Veloflex. Those are some really great tires! For some of you, your best possible ...

Fast Tires for 2012 - 2

Veloflex is the silent killer, Schwalbe has the most potential for growth, and if youve never heard of FMB, they are the hot ticket when it comes to road cycling. Tire reviews Part 2.

Part-1 of a two-part overview of current tire offerings, clincher and tubular, for all major brands. Consider this an "as-of-early-2012" summary of what's out there. We focus primarily on tires sold ...

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