Michelin City Tire
Michelin is a leading manufacturer of bike tires. The City Tire is designed to offer low-rolling resistance while maintaining a tread design that sheds water or the occasional patch of mud, so you can commute on these tires during the week and still have fun in the country on gravel or packed dirt trails on the weekend. The tires boast an internal sidewall strip to protect against puncture, and the tread will average over 3,500 miles for the average rider. Reflective strips on the side of the tire provide an extra measure of safety when riding at night.
Panaracer Urban Max
Panaracer's Urban Max road tire is built for extra durability and puncture resistance, with 50 percent more fiber built into the sidewall casings than most tires. The tire sports a hybrid slick design that gives you an aggressive tread for control in wet conditions, while keeping rolling resistance low for easy pedaling and higher speeds.
Kenda Small Block Eight
The Kenda Small Block Eight moutain bike tire isn't a true road slick, but for the rider who wants to hit the city streets as well as the trails, it's an efficient compromise. The knob pattern of the tire is composed of a series of small blocks, tightly spaced, that give effective straight-line speed while still providing a firm grip in the corners and on the climbs.
Article Written By Nichole Liandi
Based in Virginia, Nichole Liandi has been a freelance writer since 2005. Her articles have appeared on various print and online publications. Liandi has traveled extensively in Europe and East Asia and incorporates her experiences into her articles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from West Virginia University.
