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@brade.ede
Just built a bike and was using old Schwable Blizzard tyres, on my first time using the bike i went to Hyde Park and when i just got there psst, first puncture. This made for a long walk home, then today i went to Richmond Park and went over a pot hole, back tyre went, then when i was looking for a bike shop for a spanner the front goes! It would seem i'm cursed! Disastrous!
So I'm going need some help and guidance buying some new tyres, I've looked on websites but they have been inconclusive. I see Gatorskin Tyres are recommended but i dont understand how protective they are. Do i want kevlar belt or wire bead for best protection? Is it possible that I was just being stupid or are very worn down Schwable Blizzard tyres not very protective? Specialized Armadillo tyres are recommended by Evans. (Bike 700c x 23c)
If you have any new/good condition tyres hit me up!