Warning: Slippery When Wet…
Perhaps “slippery when we” should have been written in bold of my new “race” tyres: Michelin Pro 2 Race
Which supposedly offer:
Responsive performance
Highly resistant to punctures
Optimal balance of grip and rolling resistance
The ultra-lightweight Pro² Race features a supple casing for responsiveness and remarkable performance. It’s essential equipment if you’re serious about training or racing. It has the lowest rolling resistance of any racing tire, along with outstanding tread life.
Yup, I had my first “off” on Saturday. Was on the route out of London through Chessington to Epsom on a stretch of new road that has multiple roundabouts (Horton Lane) and all was looking good for a long day in the saddle, when, one second I was on the way round the roundabout, the next and I was sliding across the greasy tarmac. My tyres had decided that traction was overrated.
Fortunately, I was able to pick myself up and shake myself off. A survey of the damage has highlighted a few new scratches on the bike and some scarring on the rear mech (which also now needs a fine tune to help it find the low gears). And me, well I took the brunt of the fall on my hip and elbow, and now have some road rash and bruising.
The new Pro² Race tyres are now off the bike – At least for the time being – largely as I have had a loss of confidence in them. Well, the stats are 1 for 1: Ridden: Once; Fallen: Once. Not what I’d call the “optimal balance of grip”.
So for the time being I’m now riding: Michelin Krylion Carbon's
Which I hope will live up to its pledge “And it delivers superb grip on dry or wet roads”
Which supposedly offer:
Responsive performance
Highly resistant to punctures
Optimal balance of grip and rolling resistance
The ultra-lightweight Pro² Race features a supple casing for responsiveness and remarkable performance. It’s essential equipment if you’re serious about training or racing. It has the lowest rolling resistance of any racing tire, along with outstanding tread life.
Yup, I had my first “off” on Saturday. Was on the route out of London through Chessington to Epsom on a stretch of new road that has multiple roundabouts (Horton Lane) and all was looking good for a long day in the saddle, when, one second I was on the way round the roundabout, the next and I was sliding across the greasy tarmac. My tyres had decided that traction was overrated.
Fortunately, I was able to pick myself up and shake myself off. A survey of the damage has highlighted a few new scratches on the bike and some scarring on the rear mech (which also now needs a fine tune to help it find the low gears). And me, well I took the brunt of the fall on my hip and elbow, and now have some road rash and bruising.
The new Pro² Race tyres are now off the bike – At least for the time being – largely as I have had a loss of confidence in them. Well, the stats are 1 for 1: Ridden: Once; Fallen: Once. Not what I’d call the “optimal balance of grip”.
So for the time being I’m now riding: Michelin Krylion Carbon's
Which I hope will live up to its pledge “And it delivers superb grip on dry or wet roads”
When we eventually see a little summer weather I may well give the Pro² Race a second chance. We'll see...
Posted by Richard Allen
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