What clinchers for the track?

Gregory Leblanc

2004-04-26



martin cohen wrote:

 Planning on starting on the velodrome with next Wednesday's class. Have

clincher wheels, any tips on tires? Anything will work, just pump 'em up

high? What guidelines,tips do you have for using clinchers at the

track? Plus any tire recommendations will be welcome. Thanks.



I like the Michelin Carbon tires for the track. I rode the Pros for a

while, but even on the track they didn't last a while season, and were

VERY prone to cuts. The Carbon's are also "rounder" which I think feels

better on the track. HTH,

Greg



martin cohen

2004-04-22



Planning on starting on the velodrome with next Wednesday's class. Have

clincher wheels, any tips on tires? Anything will work, just pump 'em up

high? What guidelines,tips do you have for using clinchers at the

track? Plus any tire recommendations will be welcome. Thanks.



Martin