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Vittoria Mezcal XC Race TLR

As far as I’m concerned, Vittoria gets the ‘worst rubbish ever’ label! I bought these tyres for my MTB and fitted them up properly as tubeless. The front tyre started to come apart, although it did go flat after just two or three days. The rear tyre was a disaster – the brown sidewall has loads of leaks and, even with a fair amount of sealant, it’s a struggle just to get it to last long enough for a single bike ride. After my third ride, the brown sidewall seemed to be collapsing at the transition. I’d had the same problem with Vittoria’s Terreno Zero tyres and was hoping their new range would be better, but no. I’ve just filed a warranty claim – hopefully we’ll get some money back – but the frustration, oh the frustration. I’ve patched it twice with tape and sealant, only to find myself in the middle of the woods on a flat cycle path with my brand-new, flat tyre.

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