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Subject: Tires - How much difference?
I recently bought a new Orbea Ordu tri bike and it came with Challenge Forte tires. Seemingly everyone I talk to recommends Conti GP4000s tires for my race this weekend. Is the difference significant enough to replace brand new tires to ride the Conti's? I tried searching to find comparisons between the two but didn't come up with much.

Any input is appreciated.

2015-05-13 5:10 PM
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Subject: RE: Tires - How much difference?

I have not ridden on the Forte's but I can tell you that the Conti's are a great feeling, fast tire.  You will notice a difference over a middle of the road tire.

Also, you could use a pair of the Conti's for racing and swap back the Forte's for training so it wouldn't necessary be a total replacement.  If you do decide to try something different make sure you do it now and have a ride or two before your race to make sure all is in order.  

2015-05-14 9:49 PM
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Subject: RE: Tires - How much difference?
Conti's are notoriously tough to mount. The Challenge Forte's have 120 threads per inch (TPI), which is supposed to be a little more supple than 110 TPI GP4000s. I would use the Challenge Forte's until they are worn out.
2015-05-14 10:22 PM
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Subject: RE: Tires - How much difference?
I started a thread where there was great advice given. I followed it. Got wider tires (GP4000sii) and felt a little difference early. After they sort of broke in (50-100 miles or so) and I got to an ideal psi for front and rear: I SIGNIFICANTLY feel the difference and am thoroughly glad I listened
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