The improved tread pattern and construction of the revamped Vittoria Rubino increase speed, grip, and durability while retaining the classic all-around DNA the Rubino is known for.
The modernized Rubino tread increases speed, grip, and durability by utilizing a smooth center, which transitions smoothly into updated chevron clusters, while retaining the familiar grid texture at the limit. Graphene + Silica compound is engineered for long mileage, puncture resistance, high grip & speed for everyday use. The 100 TPI nylon casing ensures durability, longevity and reliability while the anti-puncture belt and bead shield guarantee extra protection where needed the most.
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Wheel Size: 700C/29" (ISO 622) | |
Tire Type: Clincher-Folding | |
Threads Per Inch: 100 | |
700 x 26mm - Black | Tire Width: 26mm (1.0in) |
Mfg PartNum: 11A00599 | |
700 x 28mm - Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00600 |
Tire Width: 28mm (1.1in) | |
700 x 30mm - Black | Tire Width: 30mm (1.2in) |
Mfg PartNum: 11A00602 | |
700 x 32mm - Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00604 |
Tire Width: 32mm (1.3in) | |
700 x 34mm - Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00606 |
Tire Width: 34mm (1.3in) | |
700 x 28mm - Para (Gumwall)/Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00601 |
Tire Width: 28mm (1.1in) | |
700 x 30mm - Para (Gumwall)/Black | Tire Width: 30mm (1.2in) |
Mfg PartNum: 11A00603 | |
700 x 32mm - Para (Gumwall)/Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00605 |
Tire Width: 32mm (1.3in) | |
700 x 34mm - Para (Gumwall)/Black | Mfg PartNum: 11A00607 |
Tire Width: 34mm (1.3in) | |
A friend sold me a pair of Rubino Pro tires and (after the season) just mounted one. Everything went fine with the mounting, and I'm always careful to inflate/deflate the tube a few times to make sure it's properly seated. Little did I expect but 3.5 miles into my first ride, BOOM, and the tire goes flat. I did not replace the tube before mounting, but that wasn't the problem. On close review of the Rubino tire, the sidewall had separated 1.5" and exposed the tube - all in 3.5 miles! I'm not sure what amount of quality control there is on these tires, but they're not for me. As you can understand, I'm VERY reluctant to mount the other tire.
I've been doing my own bike maintenance for over 40 years and I have never pinched a tube while mounting a tire. I went through two tubes while mounting just one of these tires. I bought these in 26mm to have a slightly greater air volume than my 25's. Once mounted, I was dismayed to see that they were visibly smaller than the 25 I was replacing. I measured and it was 22.5 mm wide at full inflation. Not happy.
I was running Vittoria Corsas for three years, but after a particularly nasty run of punctures, was ready to give up what is an exceptional ride for the joy of 'flatless' rides. What a surprise that after mounting my new Rubinos (admittedly, something of a struggle) and using Vittoria's tire pressure app, I found the ride quite similar to the Corsa. And while I lost approximately up to 12 seconds per mile, the loss of speed is well worth the very sizeable increase in reliability.
As always with brand-new tires, they were a bit challenging to get on the wheels. I went for the 28 mm width, and that was a winning decision. The ride is more plush and balanced and smooth. I'm doing some personal bests with these guys, so I'm a happy rider.
Bought them after struggling with Gatorskin Hardshell which are good tires within their own right. These Vittoria are easier to install. Had them for about two months, roll nice, no flats!
