armadillo tires

[Gary Simmonds]

Does anyone know if the armadillo infinity is suited for fast riding on the
street? it would seem that the tread pattern would slow you down, even
though they are recessed treads.

thanx

[Király]

Post by Gary Simmonds
Does anyone know if the armadillo infinity is suited for fast riding on the
street? it would seem that the tread pattern would slow you down, even
though they are recessed treads.

I use similar tires (Conti Top Touring 2000) on my commuting bike, which
never leaves the pavement. Treaded tires like these actually have
*worse* traction on pavement. The best tires for pavement are 100%
slicks. Slicks provide the best traction and least rolling resistance on
pavement in any weather conditions.

So why do I use treaded tires on a bike that never leaves the pavement?
Slicks tend to have thinner rubber than treaded tires, making the inner
tubes more vulnerable to punctures. I'm willing to make a little
tradeoff in rolling resistance and traction to reduce the chance of a
flat tire making me late for work.

Tread patterns on tires intended for road use is explained in more
detail here:

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tires.html#tread

K.

[smn]

Unless you can get a Panaracer Pansela the right size with kevlar belt.
I have used them for six months or more and just got my first puncture from
glass last week. They are smooth surface, light and narrow. 100 lbs
pressure so you really fly.
Otherwise Surrey is a sesspool of glass because they have no street
cleaners. Can you believe it! And I was getting flats all the time with
slicks my preferred tire in Vancouver.
These are on my mountain bike by the way and the back got the flat.
Probably more worn out is all.
I noticed Mt. Coop does not carry them anymore in the catalogue either. I
thought is was going to be a major fad. Good thing I bought 3.
Other than that may I suggest to both of you kevlar inserts or puncture
resistant tubes. Have not tried the gooey ones but the heavier, tuffer
rubber ones work.

Good Luck and happy biking to all
The clouds will be gone soon kimasabe.

Post by Király

Post by Gary Simmonds
Does anyone know if the armadillo infinity is suited for fast riding on the
street? it would seem that the tread pattern would slow you down, even
though they are recessed treads.

I use similar tires (Conti Top Touring 2000) on my commuting bike, which
never leaves the pavement. Treaded tires like these actually have
*worse* traction on pavement. The best tires for pavement are 100%
slicks. Slicks provide the best traction and least rolling resistance on
pavement in any weather conditions.
So why do I use treaded tires on a bike that never leaves the pavement?
Slicks tend to have thinner rubber than treaded tires, making the inner
tubes more vulnerable to punctures. I'm willing to make a little
tradeoff in rolling resistance and traction to reduce the chance of a
flat tire making me late for work.
Tread patterns on tires intended for road use is explained in more
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tires.html#tread
K.

[Gary Simmonds]

Yea i bought the tire, Armadillo infinity and i think i hate it. maybe it is
my imagination but the tire seems to be slowing me down! I cannot stand it.
i only have it on the rear and i tell you it feels like i am riding in mud.
is it my imagination?

g

[Király]

Post by Gary Simmonds
Yea i bought the tire, Armadillo infinity and i think i hate it. maybe it is
my imagination but the tire seems to be slowing me down! I cannot stand it.
i only have it on the rear and i tell you it feels like i am riding in mud.
is it my imagination?

What did you ride on before? What size? What pressure? What size is
the Armadillo? How much pressure are you using?

[Gary Simmonds]

bought the armadillos and hated them!!!!!!!!! they slowed me the hell down.
went back and got an exchange. now have Bontrager Sattelite plus. Nice tire!
slick down teh middle, with grooves on side. clinchers, 700x35 75-100psi.
sweet!

g