I'm an aggressive heavy rider, 235lbs. How do these stack up against the vuelta zerolite road comp wheelset for durability and speed?
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I have no idea how they match up. But I am 200lbs and ride hard as well and the have done great!
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I have never rode on the wheel set you speak of, but the Aeromax is one tough and strong rim. I was 250 when I started using them and they stayed true and I just put 700x23 tires on them and they hold fast and go fast
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I never had the Vuelta. I started at 230, have had for over a year, about 2500 miles and still rolling strong with no adjustments. Regular city road with pits bumps and rocks. Rides quite well, goo speed.
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I didn't weight the tires, I use a tube. It is a very smooth ride, very low resistance.I love them.
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Oh yes, I love these tires. I've even done a little single track MTB with them on some trails. Nice grip on pavements and Corning. They can take some abuse
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Knobbies create rolling resistance and not ideal unless you are truly off-roading. I am on my second set of Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires for my Xtracycle which is used primarily for running to the grocery store, picking up the kids at school, local errands, weekend jaunts, camping trips, etc. They roll exceptionally well and have outstanding grip on pavement. I rode the first set for nearly 3 years and 4000+ miles; the side walls are strong and can withstand the daily abuse of 300 pounds between me, the kids and groceries. They are very strong, durable and reliable tires. I don't carry a pump, patches, tools or tubes because I know I won't get a flat. At the end of life for the tires, that's when the blue puncture stuff is showing, I inspected the tires and realized they withstood massive amounts of debris, there were little cuts around the entire surface, I suspect that was all the glass, nails, etc. that I ride through daily but still no flats. Amazing how well they hold up, best tires I ever owned. They are okay on packed gravel too. I take the kids backcountry camping on the back of the Xtracycle with all the gear and the tires do well on the trail. I'll be riding these for many years, very happy with them.
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I agree with Teresa. I'm not an expert on these products, but I'll share my decision calculus (for whatever that's worth). I looked for durable construction - heavy tubes with solid welds and a stable base. I also looked for the heaviest flywheel - weight of the flywheel for this type of device seems important as I recall from HS physics... I also looked for the ability to customize with my own saddle and pedals. I've used this model daily for about a year. No complaints so far.
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For riding in snow (not ice - yikes!), the skinnier tire the better. I've ridden my 28mm Conti 4-Seasons in a slushy mix before, and they handled pretty well. I think mostly because they're very narrow for 28's...
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go with 944 Heavy Duty. Perfect for 2 up riding.I weigh 190 my wife 130. rides and handles great.
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When I emailed Veulta, they told me 190lbs. I am 215 and I am using them. They are deep dish rims which help with strength. I only have 100 miles on the so far, so I really cannot tell you how well they will hold up. For the price, they seem like they are good.
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little bit heavy but I ride mostly on broken pavement, road bike wheels and tires don't hold up. these tires are quieter and better traction than nobby on pavement. Never had a flat with these.
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Yes it's well worth it.. I love ThickSlicks since my first purchase.. (2012). The Elite has a more dense "DuraStrip".. (Puncture resistant).. I ride a track bike in the streets with "NO BRAKES"..I have had them both and have used Elite down to the liner.. Great tire, spend the $4. Hope this was helpful..
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Fuzion metal core wheels are very fast wheels and smooth when going down hills sorry i am not sure about that my son is not home tonight but fusion can tell you more about the wheels and replacements to get ,
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10 ply but not as stiff as Goodyear or Bfg's. I might buy another set. They might not be as smooth riding as other mud chucker's but for the price I can live with that no problem. The rubber feels soft but is wearing longer than I anticipated. Deep tread too and no flats or leaky tires. I drive about 1/3 of my miles on dirt/rock logging roads.
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If your riding in a pretty trash free environment you can expect over 2000 easy, but I ride in an area that usually forces me to retire a set due to cuts before they wear out. But they are smooth and good handling over all. Good for climbing, less to push with more pushing..
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I have the continental tour ride urban tires 700 x 37 and I couldn't be happier. I love these tires. Just enough aggressive tread to go off road but still not too slow for my road riding. When these tires wear out I plan on buying another set. I really don't think you can go wrong with these tires.
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Compared to what? I have mine on a hard tail mountain bike which I have been mainly riding on a concrete trail for aerobic exercise. Seems to be a gear or two difference (easier) from Specialized Fast Track LK which had a tread overlap that *almost* gave a solid center bead. I like the Schwalbe and would buy it again. I Also like the built-in puncture guard.
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My choice for 36 holes was based in assumption that with 36 spokes I will have a litle strongest wheel, than 32. I have been using my bike for almost eight months and I observed that I still have the rim in good shape in terms of alignment, considering that having some bumps.
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Right now I am running 305/55r20 Trail Grapplers on my truck, with aftermarket wheels. And I have no rub at all!!! Thats on a 08 GMC Sierra. So 285 should be good.