What Tires do u use on the velodrome???

20-04.-2003, 11:18 PM	#1
Jonny Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 62	What Tires do u use on the velodrome??? I up for some new tires on my track bike and wondering what type to get?? I run clinchers. I have been told my current tires are too slippery for riding on the dunc gray velodrome. Any ideas??? Thanks Jonny

21-04.-2003, 08:35 PM	#2
drewjc Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bathurst, NSW, Australia Posts: 327	I loved continental supersonics when i had them on my track bike for a season. They the QUICKEST tyres i have ever ridden, but they are also a little slippery on the velodrome (especially) when new. They also tend to wear out rather quickly even though u only use them on the boards. But i would recommend them for pure race tyres on the velodrome. The "slipperiness" of the tyres matters little unless u r going to slow. Even at warmup pace the tyres should not slip on the track. Thats my opinion, i would be interested in others' thoughts.

06-05.-2003, 10:41 AM	#3
redhendren Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 3	I use Soyo. Still have a few left but cannot find anyone, anywhere that sells them. Any clues? Last edited by redhendren : 15-05.-2003 at 12:26 PM.

06-05.-2003, 12:42 PM	#4
imabuff1 Junior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Here Posts: 13	For basic track racing & training, I & a few others use Conti GP3000 tyres. These appear to grip well & are reasonably quick. If going to singles, you would look at Conti Tempos. They seem to wear fine. I use both these for the last track season & had no problems. Cheers __________________ I feel the need, the need for speed.

07-07.-2003, 07:09 PM	#5
Brizza Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Newcastle, Australia Posts: 334	I've just invested in some cheap Conti singles. How far can I wear my old singles before they will blow? I can see canvas most of the way around the tyre at the moment. Brian

24-07.-2003, 06:26 AM	#6
Zac Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 76	I wouldsuggest Conti Sprinters, especially if you ride on a steeper track. For sew-ups they are reasonable and the lable isn't on the rubber. it's on the sidewall. That is good if you ride slower on a steep track.

02-08.-2003, 05:35 PM	#7
531 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 11	Re: What Tires do u use on the velodrome??? veloflex record, hand made tires from italy, 145psi, awsome

28-08.-2003, 02:20 AM	#8
rickt Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Metung, Victoria, Australia Posts: 57	Re: What Tires do u use on the velodrome??? In 2002 the Australian National team started paying for their tyres instead of being given them by conti. The tyres they chose are the tyres used by the French team for years now. They are called Andre Dugast. The performance of these can best be described by Shane Kelly, who stated "after riding on the Dugasts, riding on the best conti's is like riding on a piece of garden hose." It must be also be noted that since the change, Australia has regained it's place at the top of the world in track cycling. Breaking the Team Pursuit World Record twice. There is a shop in Parramatta called The Bike Barn to whom I (as the Dugast Importer) supply these tyres. Otherwise feel free to drop me a line through this forum. But when push comes to shove, the best clinchers on the planet are no match for a reasonable single (tubular to internationals) when it comes to rolling resistance. Check out my web site for info on rolling resistance. http://www.andre-dugast-tyres.com

29-08.-2003, 02:17 AM	#9
2LAP Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: UK Posts: 1,265	I use Atlanta Golds, but have thought about trying dugasts. The GB squad riders also use them at times. __________________ www.cyclingforums.com

29-08.-2003, 01:17 PM	#10
rickt Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Metung, Victoria, Australia Posts: 57	I was using Atlanta Golds myself until last year. I have found that I am able to ride 1.8 inches bigger gear since riding the dugast silks (black tread). It must also be noted that the Atlanta Golds are 20mm profile compared to the Dugasts I use at 22mm. So in effect the gear is bigger again. I am (at the age of 42) doing better times (Flying 200) than ever before. I do know that the Dugasts are available in the UK so go get some. You'll be impressed.

29-08.-2003, 09:46 PM	#11
2LAP Moderator Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: UK Posts: 1,265	I have been told they don't last too long, thats not great when my track riding is only intermitent. __________________ www.cyclingforums.com

30-08.-2003, 12:38 AM	#12
rickt Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Metung, Victoria, Australia Posts: 57	The Latex (pink tread) doesn't last long, but the diamond (black) tread is as robust as the Conti Sondiklasse 165g hand made. But the tyre is much, much quicker. I have been using mine on both the indoor boards and outdoor on concrete, without any problems so far. However I wouldn't even dream of using the latex tread on concrete. Incidently, all Dugast tyres are hand made.

15-09.-2003, 05:26 AM	#13
Zac Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 76	How much do they cost?

21-09.-2003, 05:54 PM	#14
king_matt87 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Tasmania Posts: 113	Conti Super sonic 140gm about $60 -$85 AUSD$ u should get about a seasaon

29-09.-2003, 11:45 AM

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