Henk
13 August, 2021
Not recommended
For the second time in a short time a crack in the skinwall, resulting in blowout. For the price you pay for it unacceptable.
- Runs nicely
- Weak skinwall
Riccardo
19 July, 2021
The best of the best
They are a guarantee in terms of performance, smoothness and durability. The difference from other clinchers is noticeably noticeable. The beige coloring adds to the aesthetics of the bike. Not super easy to assemble, but I think it is a symptom of the quality of the materials used.
- Aesthetics
- Durability
- Smoothness
- Assembly
Emanuele
28 June, 2021
I will continue to use them
For me top of the clinchers
- Comfort
- Smoothness
- Tightness
- Price, but it's relative in that it's aligned
Jeff
26 June, 2021
Not good enough quality
Purchased this tire in March this year after tearing my previous Vittoria tire. This tire also lasted only 4 months, too bad....
- Rolling resistance
- Cracks
- Puncture resistance
Excellent quality and value. 100% recommended
Amazing looking tyre. Fast rolling with a soft compound rubber that enables the bike to stick to the road and adds confidence while cornering. Feels good in the wet and adds that pro look to your bike. Slightly tight to get on. *(TIP relax ,breath and take your time )* *No issue with grit or stones getting caught in the threads as other comments suggest. *
- Compound helps to slightly dampen road vibration.
- Fast rolling .
- Great looking tyre.
- Runs slightly large to normal 23mm
- Slightly tight to put on.
Benoit
29 December, 2020
AVOID AVOID AVOID
10 rides, 5 punctures (whilst all my mates had none!) Looking closely, I can see 10 holes all together between the two tyres. They are simply NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. Avoid avoid avoid. Mantel Customer Service won't refund despite sharing all the details and pictures. Tyres are as-new and unusable.
- Look good
- excessive tear
- pricey
- punctures
Benoit
29 December, 2020
AVOID AVOID AVOID
10 rides, 5 punctures (whilst all my mates had none!) Looking closely, I can see 10 holes all together between the two tyres. They are simply NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. Avoid avoid avoid. Mantel Customer Service won't refund despite sharing all the details and pictures. Tyres are as-new and unusable.
- Look good
- excessive tear
- pricey
- punctures
Benoit
29 December, 2020
AVOID AVOID AVOID
10 rides, 5 punctures (whilst all my mates had none!) Looking closely, I can see 10 holes all together between the two tyres. They are simply NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. Avoid avoid avoid. Mantel Customer Service won't refund despite sharing all the details and pictures. Tyres are as-new and unusable.
- Look good
- excessive tear
- pricey
- punctures
Benoit
29 December, 2020
AVOID AVOID AVOID
10 rides, 5 punctures (whilst all my mates had none!) Looking closely, I can see 10 holes all together between the two tyres. They are simply NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. Avoid avoid avoid. Mantel Customer Service won't refund despite sharing all the details and pictures. Tyres are as-new and unusable.
- Look good
- excessive tear
- pricey
- punctures
Benoit
29 December, 2020
AVOID AVOID AVOID
10 rides, 5 punctures (whilst all my mates had none!) Looking closely, I can see 10 holes all together between the two tyres. They are simply NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE. Avoid avoid avoid. Mantel Customer Service won't refund despite sharing all the details and pictures. Tyres are as-new and unusable.
- Look good
- excessive tear
- pricey
- punctures
Bruno
16 September, 2020
Tire development has made huge strides in 26 years
This spring, after a 26-year "hibernation," I got back on my bike (Gazelle Champion Mondial 1975). The original Panaracers I had just put on new before rearing. Great tires that always rode well and were reliable, my default choice. But yes, 26 years later, no longer in production. After a week of digging through reviews I ended up with these Vittoria's. Super fast delivery and they looked really great. Great was the frustration when I had no way to get them on the rims (the sizes were really correct). Customer service was thoughtful and came up with suggestions. Finally I succeeded with a pair of pliers. And then the reward was great: They didn't ride (I thought) any lighter, but I had free air suspension with them: Vowels I hardly felt any more. And as for not cycling any lighter: I did. When I looked at the speedometer at the usual load, I was riding around 32 instead of 28. Accelerating to over 35 was no problem at all (for the tires then... ;-) ). In short, 26 years of development in tire technology is more than noticeable. I found it a very special experience. If they now turn out to have a bit of longevity, I won't have to look for another type of tire for the time being. As far as I am concerned: six stars!
- Much better shock absorption than old tires.
- Runs really lighter.
- Still fit my vintage rims very well.
- Takes a lot of effort to put on the first time.
Bruno
16 September, 2020
Tire development has made huge strides in 26 years
This spring, after a 26-year "hibernation," I got back on my bike (Gazelle Champion Mondial 1975). The original Panaracers I had just put on new before rearing. Great tires that always rode well and were reliable, my default choice. But yes, 26 years later, no longer in production. After a week of digging through reviews I ended up with these Vittoria's. Super fast delivery and they looked really great. Great was the frustration when I had no way to get them on the rims (the sizes were really correct). Customer service was thoughtful and came up with suggestions. Finally I succeeded with a pair of pliers. And then the reward was great: They didn't ride (I thought) any lighter, but I had free air suspension with them: Vowels I hardly felt any more. And as for not cycling any lighter: I did. When I looked at the speedometer at the usual load, I was riding around 32 instead of 28. Accelerating to over 35 was no problem at all (for the tires then... ;-) ). In short, 26 years of development in tire technology is more than noticeable. I found it a very special experience. If they now turn out to have a bit of longevity, I won't have to look for another type of tire for the time being. As far as I am concerned: six stars!
- Much better shock absorption than old tires.
- Runs really lighter.
- Still fit my vintage rims very well.
- Takes a lot of effort to put on the first time.
Bruno
16 September, 2020
Tire development has made huge strides in 26 years
This spring, after a 26-year "hibernation," I got back on my bike (Gazelle Champion Mondial 1975). The original Panaracers I had just put on new before rearing. Great tires that always rode well and were reliable, my default choice. But yes, 26 years later, no longer in production. After a week of digging through reviews I ended up with these Vittoria's. Super fast delivery and they looked really great. Great was the frustration when I had no way to get them on the rims (the sizes were really correct). Customer service was thoughtful and came up with suggestions. Finally I succeeded with a pair of pliers. And then the reward was great: They didn't ride (I thought) any lighter, but I had free air suspension with them: Vowels I hardly felt any more. And as for not cycling any lighter: I did. When I looked at the speedometer at the usual load, I was riding around 32 instead of 28. Accelerating to over 35 was no problem at all (for the tires then... ;-) ). In short, 26 years of development in tire technology is more than noticeable. I found it a very special experience. If they now turn out to have a bit of longevity, I won't have to look for another type of tire for the time being. As far as I am concerned: six stars!
- Much better shock absorption than old tires.
- Runs really lighter.
- Still fit my vintage rims very well.
- Takes a lot of effort to put on the first time.