I bought the folding version, on sale. Very easy to mount. Got them on without tire levers. Nice.
Only 200 miles on them, and no flats or complaints.
I've had several different brands of tires including Hutchinson, Vittoria, and Vredestein. The Gatorskins are not quite as supple or grippy as the Vittorias but they have been basically bulletproof in almost 5,000 miles. (two pairs). Would not pay retail price but great value when on sale!
Great tires that last a long time and resist puncturing. I have been riding these and 4000 SII tires for a few years now and I love them both. This tends to be my go to winter tire. Have put over 2500 miles and they still have life.
Last tires had a bubble and I had 2 pictures. I have confidence in the Gatotskins!
Road touring very dependable.
I've ridden these before. Nice ride. I commute on paved trails and city streets about 40 miles round trip. No flats, even in early spring with lots of debris on the roads. A bit tough to get on, but worth the work.
I've ridden these before. Nice ride. I commute on paved trails and city streets about 40 miles round trip. No flats, even in early spring with lots of debris on the roads. A bit tough to get on, but worth the work.
Is this my favorite tire? No. But given the miles I ride and the roads, this is a very good tire for the price (on sale). As far as rolling resistance, nothing beats the Michelin Pro but the Continental is a more durable tire and since I do not want to change tires on the side of the road very often, this is my preferred tire. It's not easy to get on the wheel but since it is very durable, you don't have to worry about that too much. I ride between 1500 and 2000 miles on a set before I change them. When the top is flat, time to change.
I live in Mass where road maintenance is an afterthought. There's a ton of salt dumped on each road every week. The hills are big for me as well. I like to ride smooth, lite weight Michelins but I was getting a flat multiple time per week. I have moved over to the Gatorskins for my training wheels. Their size makes them a bit more comfortable. Not sure how they corner under speed because of the salt, I haven't been pushing hard in the corners. But so far they have accomplished their primary function of not giving me flats.
After two rides across the USA I find the Gatorskins are the best at preventing sidewall blowouts and flats.
Nothing but good service and merchandise. Will use for future buys. 3284 miles last year and kept old tires as backups in between flat rotations. Key to no flats is watch the road. Gator Skins are my tire of choice for the blacktop.
Using gatorskins for over 6 years, never have a reason to complain about them, folders and wire bead are interchangeable for me. Expect a fight when you put them on new...
Love this tire for its toughness just wish they were a little easier to get on and off
The skins are dependable to keep you rolling and avoiding routine flats on training rides.
Great traction even on wet roads and very very good flat protection. Also provides a nice smooth ride that handles curves and turns well.
Very good value for these tires, I've used these Gatorskins for the past 6 or 7 years. Almost puncture proof and well worth the extra weight and stiffness.
For daily rides and even when commuting to work. Durable rarely get punctures
One of the best overall rode tires! Very durable quality
These are the first Gatorskin tires I've used. Previous tires were the Grand Prix 4000 SII's. So far I love the Gatorskin. We have horrible , debris -lined roasts here in Mobile and I haven't had a flat yet. Great price too.
After many years of daily urban commuting and weekend club rides (average 100 miles per week) the Gatorskin tire is the only one I've tried that I can depend on to not flat and which will outlast all others. Buy this tire, unless you like changing flats at the side of the road!
