23c tyres on my Velobuild bike: back to the future?

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  • Опубликовано: 17 янв 2025

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  • @simonwarmer8777
    @simonwarmer8777 Год назад +5

    Federico and tyres, a marriage with ups and downs

  • @miguelr2718
    @miguelr2718 Год назад

    Federico, I love your channel always interesting content.

  • @tinniswood2577
    @tinniswood2577 Год назад +4

    Bike looks awesome and excellent choice of (clincher) rubber. Anything above 25mm is beach cruiser to me. :-)

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      I know!! Some of the more modern aero bikes have straight lines and seem boxy, while this one is softer and more pleasing

  • @cyclingunboxed
    @cyclingunboxed Год назад +3

    Those 23s definitely fit that rim well. Super skinny’s. And you can pick the 23s up for very cheap as well

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      Yes, I hope they will still be available and not phased out like everything I like!

  • @criticalmile
    @criticalmile Год назад

    Grazie👍🏻

  • @soapy_stevens6366
    @soapy_stevens6366 Год назад +1

    Nice video. I've had a similar problem with 25's rubbing, but that was against mudguards fitted for Winter. I've now gone to 23's which has stopped the problem. I run a pressure of 90 psi or so which means the ride isn't so harsh. Regarding tube fitting etc, I've found that a liberal sprinkling of talcum power inside the tyre casing (and on the tube where possible) helps tube installation. The ride seems smoother and more comfortable also (less friction between tyre and tube).

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      I must get some talcum powder, many have pointed out it works really well!

    • @soapy_stevens6366
      @soapy_stevens6366 Год назад

      @@fede1275 Even if it doesn't work you'll have the best smelling tyres in the peloton! 😂

  • @luisakinaga
    @luisakinaga Год назад

    I use 23 front and 25 rear on my 2 bikes, mainly to improve handling on windy days because I use 60/82 on one and 88/88 on the other. This choice also gives me better wheel/tire transition and speed! Thank you for sharing your impressions of the Goodyear tire, I'm looking for a classic sidewall on the next tires and you helped me eliminate one of the options.

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      I'm also tempted to go deeper section wheels on the Velobuild! On the tyres I believe I'll stick to Continental, looks like they have an edge really, as long as they are reasonably fresh

  • @PatrickLino
    @PatrickLino Год назад

    looking good!

  • @jakeesberger5864
    @jakeesberger5864 7 месяцев назад +1

    Just found this video because I’ve just bought a pair of GP5000 23c to replace my torn up 25c. I’ve got the same wheels too, incidentally. Curious as to whether any benefits with speed were felt?

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  7 месяцев назад +1

      I find that the transition of the GP5000 23c is perfect with the Vision SC55 wheels and in the right conditions they feel faster than my previous set up. Great for flat or rolling terrain.

    • @jakeesberger5864
      @jakeesberger5864 7 месяцев назад

      @@fede1275 I just managed to change both front and rear tyres with new inner tubes on Prime rr50 v3 wheels, and fitted with my bare hands without the seating tool. This is a first for me and I’m utterly amazed at the difference vs fitting the 25s which made me want to give up cycling. Can’t wait to road test them tomorrow night!

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  7 месяцев назад

      @@jakeesberger5864 some say the GP5000 got easier to fit, maybe that's the case!

  • @1000750
    @1000750 Год назад +1

    I’d be curious if you ran multiple segments again now on 23’s but same bike any time difference or speed etc. I have always ran the same size on my bikes they came with. I was thinking of trying maybe 25’s from 28’s. Well I have a couple months to ponder 😂 Another great video, Aloha 🤙🏼

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      Sure, it would be definitely interesting. I guess I should have a power meter to measure the efforts correctly

  • @Millicente
    @Millicente Год назад +3

    This isn’t related to tyres but a general question for everyone: I don’t have a bike computer or even power meters but am considering getting a bike computer. Right now I use my phone on a mount with Kamoot. I ride for fun and I like numbers but no power meter yet. Is it even worth it if I’m not doing training and don’t have a power meter?

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +3

      I don't have a power meter either and still like to have a bike computer. It's less conspicuous than a mobile phone, does not drain your phone battery on longer rides and still provides nice stats and fast Strava upload. I really miss my Bolt, I can't wait to receive the replacement unit!

    • @apologiaalcibiades2227
      @apologiaalcibiades2227 Год назад

      Just knowing speed and cadence is great data, really helps keep me honest. Power numbers are even more useful but the cost is prohibitive

  • @richardseverin8707
    @richardseverin8707 Год назад

    Fair play Fede I guess if it works then it a job well done ! I’ve really never been confident on 23’s I love 28’s nice and easy for saving you getting beaten up on these crap English roads . Keep up the good work 👍🏽💪🏾

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      Thank you Richie! Today I had a longer ride, 23c work great and the Velobuild is more agile as it is a stable bike anyway. Definitely on the way back when I was tired I noticed the harsher ride, but I can live with that. I will keep 25c on the Canyon though!

    • @frankabels5761
      @frankabels5761 Год назад +1

      Yes I think I will try to put on 30's on my wheels...in my opinion now the wider the better 👍 take care of you all 👍

  • @1rickqwert
    @1rickqwert Год назад +2

    I run gp5000's (23) on 1 of my road bikes... very happy

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      Yes, now the hike also feels more agile

    • @1rickqwert
      @1rickqwert Год назад

      @@fede1275 yes agree plus I've have flats wih tubless and it's a bloody mess 😉

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      @@1rickqwert that's why I'm resisting to tubeless, but don't tell anyone 😄

  • @evilstars
    @evilstars Год назад +1

    Riding Flanders using Vredestein Fortezza Senso All Weather 23c, Race light continental tubes with 128psi. Had no issues for a long time. How is the grip gp500 on wet conditions?

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +2

      I always felt confident on them, I can't fault them. Gatorskins are much more slippery

  • @johnblogs5732
    @johnblogs5732 Год назад

    Were you wearing the black castelli Gabba long sleeve in the footage of the puncture ride? would like a review comparing the short and long sleeve Gabba be great please

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      Hi, no, that is a classic short sleeve Gabba with nanoflex arm warmers. I wear it when the weather is in between a thermal jersey and a full soft shell jacket. I don't have the long sleeve version, Perfetto. Here is my Gabba review ruclips.net/video/-FNpzkbNFLE/видео.html

  • @ShoyShoy1980
    @ShoyShoy1980 Год назад

    Hi Federico, what park is that you're cycling in?

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +2

      That's the one and only Richmond Park, great cycling location in London

  • @fernandodisola6675
    @fernandodisola6675 Год назад +1

    How are the ride now tubes performing?

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      I love them, would not use anything else now. Fast, light, compact and reasonably cheap to replace.

    • @fernandodisola6675
      @fernandodisola6675 Год назад

      @@fede1275 I suppose when you was experiencing a lot of puncture it was nothing to do with the ride now inner tubes it was the tyre was too thin? I will now install my ride now with conti 5000 s tr on my bike.

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      @@fernandodisola6675 yes, definitely it was the tyre not coping with the amount of debris on London's roads. Ride Now tubes also lose air very slowly, I managed to complete a ride home where with a butyl tube I would have not been able to do.

    • @lazylee74
      @lazylee74 Год назад +1

      @@fede1275 Just ordered Ridenow inner tubes, when I found your new video and your comments. 😄
      How easy or difficult is it to replace a Ridenow tube by the roadside?
      Read you have to be more careful during the installation, so I’m contemplating if it’s smarter to stick with butyl tubes as spares to bring on a ride.

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +3

      @@lazylee74 I actually find them easier to fit. Butyl tubes and the Pirelli tpu ones are sticky while the RideNow feels smooth and nice to fit

  • @deekfinite1655
    @deekfinite1655 Год назад

    ive never went in for the marketing s--te about wider softer tyres its only so there is enough resistance for the not needed on road bikes disc brakes 23s run at high pressure are faster rolling and more puncture resistant and nobody will convince me otherwise these low pressure 28s and 30s must be like riding through treacle.back in 1980s we used to run on 19s at 120+ and if you want real riding comfort use tubs at 140 psi smooth fast and durable my fastest wheels are tubulor 23 at 120 on front and 23 rear at 140 psi oh and 65mm deep 23 wide that totally goes against trend for sure.on group rides my mates ask me what do i do if i get a puncture dont know i reply never had one in 5 years of running these(not the same tubs)

    • @apologiaalcibiades2227
      @apologiaalcibiades2227 Год назад

      I wonder why nobody else is running tubs for the group ride

    • @deekfinite1655
      @deekfinite1655 Год назад

      @@apologiaalcibiades2227 not fashionable for noobs.cycle industry does not market them they dont cost a years wages for wheels and tubs pick any or all or some new reason

    • @apologiaalcibiades2227
      @apologiaalcibiades2227 Год назад

      @@deekfinite1655 Sorry mate I was being facetious - it's because you can't fix a flat tub on the side of the road. You're mad to train on them. They are the best, though, so I understand the temptation. Long may your punctureless streak continue

  • @dsonyay
    @dsonyay Год назад

    Get some 21s! ;)

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      😱😱😂

    • @dsonyay
      @dsonyay Год назад

      23’s are very fast compared to same tire in 25. I love riding 23s. Very hard core. :)

  • @joowwwllllll666
    @joowwwllllll666 Год назад

    contis are best. I just got gp500's on my supersix. 30c though.

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      Yes, I also love the 4 seasons.

  • @oliversharp7383
    @oliversharp7383 Год назад

    Were you riding a bit of gravel here? On 23mm tyres with no frame bag or disc brakes? You’ll get banned from Sigma if you keep doing that 😂

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      Never! Only smooth tarmac 😂😂

  • @oobahy
    @oobahy Год назад +2

    Just go tubeless and you will not have to deal with flats.

  • @govermentsoundsystemrootik8887

    Me personally at 218lbs i
    use 25c Continental Gp5000 clinchers but in insight im going to change them to 25c Gp4000 all seasons just for the ease of taking them of & putting back on again in case of a puncher....., for me the Gp5000 are just too intense to change especially on a road side mechanical 👊🏾👍🏾

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад

      Really? I found that both Continental GP5000 and 4 seasons are difficult to fit. Maybe you have GP5000 TL?

    • @govermentsoundsystemrootik8887
      @govermentsoundsystemrootik8887 Год назад

      @@fede1275 heyy brother...., just so you know its a beaded clincher & NOT tubeless tires that i use as these rims that i have on my reacto are hand built from Owens wheels, Rat Race cycles in Nunhead south London but like i said bro i just find that the beading that they use on the 4 Seasons are alot less stiffer than what they use on the Gp5000, well that's what i find for me anyway but its always nice to hear view's & points from your perspective keep it up bro 👊🏾👍🏾

    • @fede1275
      @fede1275  Год назад +1

      @@govermentsoundsystemrootik8887 you are right, in my mind when I have to change a tyre at roadside in the cold everything seems equally hard 😂