RE: [CR]Tire choices on Italian "Racing" bike

(Example: Racing:Beryl Burton)

Date: Sat, 3 May 2008 07:57:14 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jerome & Elizabeth Moos <jerrymoos@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: RE: [CR]Tire choices on Italian "Racing" bike
To: Mark Cutrufelli <rena.cutrufelli@comcast.net>, 'Festiva 90 LX' <festiva90lx@yahoo.com>, classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
In-Reply-To: <001601c8acb6$ef2e3f70$0d0a0a0a@PC175064711631>


Personally, I think the Paselas are about as classic looking as one can get. I also have some Vittorias, and I thought they were still available with tan sidewall. I also use Continental clinchers quite a bit. Granted, they aren't tan sidewalls, but I think the translucent brown is the same Continental used In The Day. The Gatorskins have a little darker sidewall, but it grows on you.

REgards,

Jerry Moos Big Spring, Texas, USA

Mark Cutrufelli <rena.cutrufelli@comcast.net> wrote:

"Anyway, I can't seem to find any clinchers that to me look retro enough. I've gone back to the old tires which are Cycle-Pro Discoveries size 700 20C, and they seem just right, but are getting a little old. Any suggestions? The rims are Regina 1320s"

Suggestions: Vittoria has a whole line of clinchers + tubs. I've been looking at the online reviews and many are well regarded with low rolling resistance, longevity, and durablity. They have retro styles I think look nice.

Mark Cutrufelli

Laurel,Maryland

USA