Looking for a replacement for my 29 x 2.35 nobby nic trailstar front tyre as it's old and showing signs of being a bit past it.
However, a brief look around either puts me in the direction of XC tyres, or like for like, new nics, which area heavy.
I've always loved nics, they were light, pretty grippy in most conditions and roll much better than they should. Firmly in the xc riding category and definitely not in the changing my tyres for each season type, so looking for a good allrounder that will work well on the front, and be under 800g, and not cost more than £50.
contenders so far have been:
Rocket Ron 2.35 speedgrip. I've tried the 2.25 speed version up front and they can be a bit skitty, but the larger volume and softer compound may be OK?
Vittoria Barzo. heard good things, quite XC, no idea what the compound is like
Vittoria Syerra: heard better things, maybe a bit porky.
Forekaster: looks grippy, pretty porky though which is putting me off.
Considered the spesh fast trak, but I wasn't overly impressed with it on the front, seemed to want to wash out a bit and in the T7 felt a bit dull. ground control is a bit lardy.
anything else to consider? any recommendations
