I’ve done endurance races before where the soloists get an “S” to hang under their saddle, so everyone knows instantly why they’re going so slow and (hopefully) affords them a bit more respect instead of just forcing them off the track.
I have both Gator Skins and GP4 S’s – I find the grip on the GP’s much better than the Gators but obviously they wear a little quicker. Neither seems to puncture readily – only one puncture on both (GP’s had a blow out down hill and the Gators I was running a bit too soft and pinched). Both 23c .
yup good idea although your front rings may wear a bit more rapidly although if its below .75% may not be too bad :) Also if it stops jumping when you have put the old chain back on then you have your answer :)
I managed 14 laps – first 8 hour solo – 21st/60 overall so chuffed. I was only 5 mins off 10th @Gary!
I shouted every one through although some people were getting aerated if they had to sit behind me for 5 seconds! Some of us were doing a fair few more laps than others – a bit of understanding may have been in order!
