GatorSkins (quick question)

Forum guidelines BT super discount
General Discussion Triathlon Talk » GatorSkins (quick question) Rss Feed  
Moderators: k9car363, alicefoeller Reply
2014-07-22 7:46 AM

User image

Veteran
348
10010010025
Cincinnati
Subject: GatorSkins (quick question)
Hi Everyone,
I will apologize for my lack of tire knowledge ahead of time. I replaced my tires about a month ago after a blowout of my rear tire. I put gator skins on due in large because I have heard they are a pretty rugged tire. With that being said, would I be able to tell a large difference in resistance with these tires? I have stayed pretty consistent with my bike training but ever since I put the gator skins on it feels like I have a parachute behind me.


2014-07-22 8:51 AM
in reply to: The Dude14

User image

Veteran
576
500252525
Maple Grove
Subject: RE: GatorSkins (quick question)

hard to say exactly how noticable, but gatorskins are heavier and do have a higher COR than other common "fast" tires such as the Vittoria  EVO Open Corsa or Conti GP4000S. Some charts on the web indicate up to 10-15 watts difference (search bicycle tire rolling resistance). 

2014-07-22 8:53 AM
in reply to: #5028918

User image

Pro
5892
5000500100100100252525
, New Hampshire
Subject: RE: GatorSkins (quick question)
GatorSkins are good for puncture resistance but they're horrible when it comes to rolling resistance. Unless you ride on the worst of roads (gravel paths and/or mid-city where you can expect lots if glass), I would use something that actually rolls. I haven't had a single flat on GP4000S's is a combined 20k miles (between myself and my wife).

GatorSkins for training, maybe... But I would never use them for fast group rides or racing.
2014-07-22 8:56 AM
in reply to: The Dude14

User image

Champion
7036
5000200025
Sarasota, FL
Subject: RE: GatorSkins (quick question)

With the Gatorskins you're gaining flat resistance at the expense of higher rolling resistance.

I've been using Gatorskins on my training wheels for over six years and have never had a flat, even when I was forced to run through broken glass on the road.

Personally, I like the psychological boost I get from training with the slower Gatorskins and then switching to my faster Michelin Pro4's on my race wheels just before a race. 

Mark

New Thread
General Discussion Triathlon Talk » GatorSkins (quick question) Rss Feed  
RELATED POSTS

Question about Gatorskins Pages: 1 2

Started by elbi999
Views: 5914 Posts: 30

2010-08-12 6:53 PM elbi999

quick question/ quick response

Started by EricMPeterson
Views: 633 Posts: 1

2010-08-04 10:18 PM EricMPeterson

QUICK QUICK advice question

Started by dbw27
Views: 1344 Posts: 15

2010-01-01 8:21 PM dbw27

Replacing non-quick release hub w/quick release?

Started by puckstopperga
Views: 711 Posts: 5

2009-12-07 3:06 PM Daremo

Quick bike question and Triathlon Question

Started by nuorder
Views: 877 Posts: 6

2006-08-25 6:10 PM MCH13
RELATED ARTICLES
A Question of Mettle
date : October 5, 2010
author : Scott Tinley
comments : 4
The grand pull to Kona is both a product of our sport's mythology, marketing, and the intangible desires that each create.
 
Quick Weightloss
date : February 5, 2010
author : Nancy Clark
comments : 3
So what is the best way to lose weight quickly? Do you simply "starve yourself” by eating as little as possible? The answer depends on your long-term goals.
Swim Question: I Can't Even Swim 40 Meters Yet
date : December 19, 2007
author : Tri Swim Coach
comments : 2
My problem is I can only swim about 30-40 meters without having to rest. What is the best way to improve this? I need to get from 40 to 750 meters in 6 months.
 
Swim Question: Breathing Problems
date : October 11, 2007
author : Tri Swim Coach
comments : 0
I have 10 lessons with a coach and he keeps telling my I'm holding my breath. I cannot figure out where since I'm breathing out and in every 3rd stroke. Any drill recommendations?
November 2006 BT Triathlon Training Chat
date : January 7, 2007
author : KevinKonczak
comments : 0
Discussions on swimming, observing, asking questions, flip-turns, flexible ankles, rotation, Stretch Cordz, skiing substitution and resting.
 
General Questions and Answers on Silver/Gold Plans
date : June 4, 2006
author : mikericci
comments : 1
Information compiled on various plans from the most common user questions.
Member Question: Strengthening for Maintenance
date : September 3, 2005
author : Michael Silva
comments : 0
Without paying a personal trainer or a PT on a regular basis, is there a regimen of exercises I can do to strengthen all around?
 
To Drink Or Not To Drink? - New Study Questions Hydration Mantra
date : May 3, 2005
author : AMSSM
comments : 0
During training and endurance events, athletes should be careful not to ingest more fluids than necessary.