Continental GP 4 Season first impressions
10-05-14, 02:16 PM
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Continental GP 4 Season first impressions
Cooler weather is here, and my summer tires were beat, so I took a chance on the GP 4 season. I wanted a more durable tire since I'll be riding at night and want to lower the chances of a flat. After my first ride I'm pleasantly surprised at how well they ride and handle. I'm running 700 x 25 at 95PSI, and they are pretty supple. What really surprised me was the low rolling resistance. I don't notice much difference between them and the GP4000s tires I replaced. Not quite as fast, but really close. I know this is only one ride, but after 35 miles they feel really nice. Grippy, smooth, and reasonably fast. No idea about durability yet, but I'll update if my impressions change.
10-05-14, 02:32 PM
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been running these for years & love 'em. just switched from 25s to 28s on my Domane.
10-05-14, 04:09 PM
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I just wish they would leave the sidewall black.
10-05-14, 04:27 PM
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They have the same black chili rubber compound as the 4000s but with a different sidewall plus the kevlar belt. We use these on our tandem, we're very happy with the ride and durability.
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I've got a 23 on my front wheel.
Thousands of miles and only 1 pinch flat so far.
Thousands of miles and only 1 pinch flat so far.
