Post by Onie on Jun 27, 2007 12:32:32 GMT 8
Conti Speed King SS 2.1
weight = 385-415g
casing width = 45mm
Conti Speed King Pro 2.1
weight = 520-525g
casing width = 46-47mm
Conti Twister SS 1.9
weight = 330-370g
casing width = 45-47mm
Conti Twister Pro 1.9
weight = 400-450g
casing width = 47mm
Setting up
Just a breeze when installing with tubes. But when converting to tubeless, here comes the painstaking endeavour of overcoming all odds.
Fortunately, Speed King's bead seated INSTANTLY using a floorpump only. Just like my Twisters, they all seated instantly as well (not like Maxxlites, need a compressor or go to the nearest gas station). After spending all those hours shaking, spinning, laying flat & stuff (common thing I usually do when converting tubeless) At first, I have no idea why it keeps losing air. But if your guess is as good as mine, your quest (sealing it totally) doesn't stop there! More particularly if you are using the Supersonic version, due to thin side walls (SWs) got lots of pinholes (pix to follow if amenable). I should'ave avoided the Supersonics (but I was advised a bit late) because over time I've found that the notorious pinholes make the tire "sweat" until the goo is completely dry. This will happen over a very short period about a week wherein the sealant will have shielded the sidewall & crown. Partially good & bad. Tire will be impenetrable to small punctures (e.g. thorns), that's good! Bad to the extent since there will be no goo left to seal bigger holes that might break the thin latex membrane.
Adding some more latex application will last longer, but the tire will always "sweat" to some degree, and in any case the solution will dry out much quicker than with any other tires that I've tried in the past (same goes to Twisters).
Finally, my twisters are somehow completely sealed from those pesky pinholes! But once in a while, they suddenly appear & I have to reseal 'em! Just have to learn how to bear with 'em! LoL!
Performance
Speed King's cornering grip/ traction's relatively good in variable conditions - mud, gravel, loose soil over hardpack, tarmac. Same goes a li'l bit for my Twisters SS & Pro. But with Speed King's bigger knobs, I'm inferring they grip way better than my Twisters. Well, for the rolling resistance, both these seem just as fast on pavement, but noticeably better off road. Do quite make noise on tarmac/ paved roads.
Wear factor Longevity
mostly trailriding but li'l bit tarmac too (Photocredits to R for sharing). My Twisters generally last longer than Speed Kings, with a mileage about 80kms still not even close to Speed King's appearance after 50 hours.
Durability
As with SW (side wall), get the Pro version. Its sidewall is pretty thick, and the casing seems tough. Better ProTection against sidewall tears caused by hitting rocks & stuff.
Overall, I'm glad with 'em Twisters. Much more confidence-inspiring than my Maxxlites particularly in the cornering dep't. Though with Maxxlites I get to practise more of my finesse acts down the line!
There's always a tradeoff with light tires. Most light tires aren´t too durable, accept it or buy other tires.
Happy Shopping! Aye!
Disclaimer: review of Conti Speed King SS 2.1 (from others) that similarly goes hand-in-hand for Conti Twister SS 1.9 (based on my first-hand XP), except that Speed King's much visually striking comparison 'cause failed to get a snapshot of the Twisters thread when it was newly installed.
NB: another version's out; Continental Speed King Duraskin = ca. 530g (26x2.1), 580g (2.3)
weight = 385-415g
casing width = 45mm
Conti Speed King Pro 2.1
weight = 520-525g
casing width = 46-47mm
Conti Twister SS 1.9
weight = 330-370g
casing width = 45-47mm
Conti Twister Pro 1.9
weight = 400-450g
casing width = 47mm
Setting up
Just a breeze when installing with tubes. But when converting to tubeless, here comes the painstaking endeavour of overcoming all odds.
Fortunately, Speed King's bead seated INSTANTLY using a floorpump only. Just like my Twisters, they all seated instantly as well (not like Maxxlites, need a compressor or go to the nearest gas station). After spending all those hours shaking, spinning, laying flat & stuff (common thing I usually do when converting tubeless) At first, I have no idea why it keeps losing air. But if your guess is as good as mine, your quest (sealing it totally) doesn't stop there! More particularly if you are using the Supersonic version, due to thin side walls (SWs) got lots of pinholes (pix to follow if amenable). I should'ave avoided the Supersonics (but I was advised a bit late) because over time I've found that the notorious pinholes make the tire "sweat" until the goo is completely dry. This will happen over a very short period about a week wherein the sealant will have shielded the sidewall & crown. Partially good & bad. Tire will be impenetrable to small punctures (e.g. thorns), that's good! Bad to the extent since there will be no goo left to seal bigger holes that might break the thin latex membrane.
Adding some more latex application will last longer, but the tire will always "sweat" to some degree, and in any case the solution will dry out much quicker than with any other tires that I've tried in the past (same goes to Twisters).
Finally, my twisters are somehow completely sealed from those pesky pinholes! But once in a while, they suddenly appear & I have to reseal 'em! Just have to learn how to bear with 'em! LoL!
Performance
Speed King's cornering grip/ traction's relatively good in variable conditions - mud, gravel, loose soil over hardpack, tarmac. Same goes a li'l bit for my Twisters SS & Pro. But with Speed King's bigger knobs, I'm inferring they grip way better than my Twisters. Well, for the rolling resistance, both these seem just as fast on pavement, but noticeably better off road. Do quite make noise on tarmac/ paved roads.
Wear factor Longevity
mostly trailriding but li'l bit tarmac too (Photocredits to R for sharing). My Twisters generally last longer than Speed Kings, with a mileage about 80kms still not even close to Speed King's appearance after 50 hours.
Durability
As with SW (side wall), get the Pro version. Its sidewall is pretty thick, and the casing seems tough. Better ProTection against sidewall tears caused by hitting rocks & stuff.
Overall, I'm glad with 'em Twisters. Much more confidence-inspiring than my Maxxlites particularly in the cornering dep't. Though with Maxxlites I get to practise more of my finesse acts down the line!
There's always a tradeoff with light tires. Most light tires aren´t too durable, accept it or buy other tires.Happy Shopping! Aye!
Disclaimer: review of Conti Speed King SS 2.1 (from others) that similarly goes hand-in-hand for Conti Twister SS 1.9 (based on my first-hand XP), except that Speed King's much visually striking comparison 'cause failed to get a snapshot of the Twisters thread when it was newly installed.
NB: another version's out; Continental Speed King Duraskin = ca. 530g (26x2.1), 580g (2.3)
