Originally Posted by
Artfahie
I am not a competitive cycler and after getting a flat today (one that put me in some jeopardy in a traffic situation) I'm thinking of going with puncture resistant tires.... feedback please ?.... Art in Maine
If your not a competitive cyclist, the extra weight of a puncture resistant tire or the minimal amount of speed you may lose shouldn't make any difference. Like others have said, I wouldn't go out and buy new tires unless getting flats is starting to be a regular occurrence. That said, I have been riding on Conti Gatorskins exclusively for 4 years on my road bike. During that entire time, I've had one flat in 33,000 miles. I also ride on 25c tires which use lower tire pressures and give me a more comfortable ride than 23c tires.