what's a good training tire?

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by vault
I live in NW WA. So there is plenty of rain in the winter and dry summers. What are your recomendations on a light tire for training?

maxxis detonator😄

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by vault
I live in NW WA. So there is plenty of rain in the winter and dry summers. What are your recomendations on a light tire for training?

What type of riding ar we taliking about here? Road or Mountain?

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by vault
I live in NW WA. So there is plenty of rain in the winter and dry summers. What are your recomendations on a light tire for training?

I've been happy with Michelin Carbons (700x23c) as a good compromise.

http://cycleus.webmichelin.com/tires/carbon.htm

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by vault
I live in NW WA. So there is plenty of rain in the winter and dry summers. What are your recomendations on a light tire for training?

why lite?

FWIW, I've heard a guy at my LBS say that Maxxis Detonators aren't generally great for puncture-resistance. I've got 28mm Maxxis Detonators on my hybrid, and I must say they seem pretty puncture-prone in the rain. Having said that, I'm a shade under 14 stone and I commute on them so admittedly they get a tough time.

Quoted post said:

Originally posted by fushman
why lite?

I'm asking about a road tire.

As far as wieght the LBS and riders in the bike club say wheel/tire weight will make the biggest improvment.

yup but youre training right?