Originally Posted by
ZHVelo
So I went from 25mm 4000's to 28mm 5000's (with lowering the pressure, too I have to add) and the ride was smoother, more comfortable and I had more grip. I am not an aggressive (or at least not overall aggressive/risky) rider, but in a couple of corners on my first ride I immediately noticed better grip in the corners.
I am running my first set of GP4000 S2 tires right now and love them. Of course shortly after I bought them, they phased them out. I have been wondering whether I should scoop up a couple pair before they are all gone, but it sounds like the 5000 is a similarly good tire.