I'll say it... I like Gatorskins
08-26-21, 03:38 PM
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I used them on my commuter and never had a flat on them....the offset was the horrendous ride quality, but I rather have no flats.
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08-29-21, 02:01 AM
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Sometimes extra protection just brings peace of mind. Of course some readers think of tires, some weapons, and some other ....things. No one likes a flat....
Of course this is someone who takes a 3 ton floor jack on road trips in the car ...or when trailering a boat.
Of course this is someone who takes a 3 ton floor jack on road trips in the car ...or when trailering a boat.
08-29-21, 02:06 AM
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I use 25mm armadillo's, I have had thread exposed without flatting out. My average speed really drops when fixing a flat, not to mention being late, so I totally understand.
08-29-21, 04:42 PM
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I lost a brand new 27mm Vittoria Open Pave to a road hazard. An emergency order of 25mm Gatorskins got me back on the road(I was away from home, on vacation.). I can't tell the difference in road feel. I'm al old man who rides like an old man.
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08-29-21, 08:38 PM
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I have 8 of the 28mm black edition
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08-30-21, 02:29 PM
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Originally Posted by JAG1
23mm Gatorskins are OK light touring
08-30-21, 03:44 PM
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I've just started using 28C Gatorskins on my old road bike that I use for commuting in dry weather. I couldn't actually get 25C's as tyres are in short supply with the retailer I wanted to use (I get 'Blue Light' discount there) but I'm glad as the 28C's feel good and so much nicer than the 25C Marathon Plus Reflex tyres on my main commuter with fenders. On wet days I'm happy enough with the Marathons but they are harsher and heavier.
08-30-21, 03:53 PM
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Why is it only Gatorskins that get this much love-hate and not, for example, Armadillos?
08-30-21, 04:07 PM
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Hello. My name is RSbob and was a Gatorskin user for 20 years. I have been clean for 2. I still crave them though 
Rode them for as long as they have been around. Used then for commuting, road riding, long tours and on a tandem- really good tires. Got a new bike with tubeless and… then the story takes a turn. Nothing wrong with Gatorskins.
Rode them for as long as they have been around. Used then for commuting, road riding, long tours and on a tandem- really good tires. Got a new bike with tubeless and… then the story takes a turn. Nothing wrong with Gatorskins.
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08-30-21, 04:34 PM
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For those on gatorskins, really consider the 4 seasons instead, way better ride quality, suppleness, and only marginally lower puncture protection and wear. Nothing like the tradeoffs going to a racing tire like a gp5000
https://www.bicyclerollingresistance...prix-5000-2018
https://www.bicyclerollingresistance...prix-5000-2018
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08-31-21, 03:25 AM
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That's an interesting rack. What is it and do you like it on your carbon fork? I'm thinking of doing something similar.
I keep the panniers at 5-lbs each for the Blackburn Outpost World Touring front rack, which is thick aluminum and weighs just over 12-ounces on my scale.
Blackburn Outpost World Tour rack and Ortlieb Front Roller Classics
Nice turn radius as well
The left pannier holds a Amok Draumr Cammo 3.0 with the FJOL 25x77-inch R4 sleep pad.
The right pannier holds a Six Moon Designs Haven mesh tent with a bathtub floor, a Dutchware 10x12-foot SilPoly tarp with two spreader bars (one side has doors, the other is wide open), and two Costco Down throws.
I generally use this in National Parks where I set up a base camp and use the bike to explore/trout fish/disperse camp in interesting areas. .
You will need this Quick Release Skewer as the Blackburn is mounted via the quick release skewer, and each side of the rack is 1.5-inches in length where the skewer runs through it to give the rack a purchase point. So the load bearing is carried on the skewer, as the carbon forks would have a hard time supporting the weight.
Exxxxxtra Long Quick Release Skewer
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08-31-21, 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Bah Humbug
Why is it only Gatorskins that get this much love-hate and not, for example, Armadillos?
09-01-21, 07:52 AM
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I have Gatorskins on my backup road bike... Trek 1.1. I like Gatorskins better than the original Bontrager tires that came with the bike. I'm a recreational rider... so Gatorskins are fine with me. I don't see what the big negative fuss is over them. I needed a tire that wouldn't go flat... and I've never had a flat with Gatorskins.
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09-01-21, 08:06 AM
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Yes I know there are those that say they ride like garden hoses. I don't get it, I'm just glad that I found a quality tire for my needs.
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09-01-21, 08:17 AM
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I’ve been using gatorskins on at least one of my bikes for many years. Running them on one of my commuters now. Have never had any issues with them. Not my first choice of tire but they would be far from the last.
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09-01-21, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Bah Humbug
Why is it only Gatorskins that get this much love-hate and not, for example, Armadillos?
09-01-21, 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by prj71
If you ever had a chance to ride a gator skin back to back with a Continental GP5000 you would get it.
09-02-21, 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Symox
not a racer but a recreational rider, I find I really appreciate Continental Gatorskins (28mm with 60-85psi front/back). The ride is plenty grippy for my needs and the tires seem to last quite a while.
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09-02-21, 12:23 PM
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746 days Gatorskin free after 10yrs of near daily use. Still have long term damage to my road perception
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09-02-21, 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by prj71
If you ever had a chance to ride a gator skin back to back with a Continental GP5000 you would get it.
