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Old 28-05.-2007, 11:42 AM   #1
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Default Specialized Armadillo tyres

Does anyone know where I can buy Specialized Armadillo tyres (26 inches)around Melbourne areas? I was told this make is bullet-proof, regarding to punctures. I had 3 puntures last month - very bad.

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Old 28-05.-2007, 05:29 PM   #2
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Specialized dealers like TFM (The Freedom Machine), Total Rush, Fitzroy Cycles, Hampton Bicycles.
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Old 29-05.-2007, 06:58 AM   #3
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Thanks. I tried Fitzroy Cycles two weeks ago but they are out of stock. I haven't tried the others yet but will do. Just wondering whether Armadillo tyres are not very common in Melbourne.



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Old 29-05.-2007, 07:06 PM   #4
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I've found specialized tyres hard to get. I wanted all terrain pros (25mm) the same as those that came on my bike and no-one had them.
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Old 29-05.-2007, 07:08 PM   #5
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I've found specialized tyres hard to get. I wanted all terrain pros (25mm) the same as those that came on my bike and no-one had them.
I've found them hard to ride. Schwalbe Marathon Plus is much better.
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Old 29-05.-2007, 10:18 PM   #6
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I actually replaced them with GP4000s from our favourite PBK.
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Old 30-05.-2007, 06:04 AM   #7
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Hard to get here as well to, my shop only sells them in 28c. I used Continental Gatorskins now.
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Old 30-05.-2007, 06:42 AM   #8
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I actually replaced them with GP4000s from our favourite PBK.

GP4000s don't come in mountain bike size, or do they? And they are expensive ($$$$$). Is it true that Armadillo tyres are hard to ride? I want tyres with very good puncture proof.
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