It is a little heavy and hard on bumps, yet that was expected because of the puncture resistance. It's a good tire for heavy miles. I average 300 a week.
When on sale, these tires are a great value. Rides nicely, handles well, good in the rain. I just got 3,000 miles puncture-free out of a pair, and will rotate the new pair annually to try to get even more miles out of them.
These are very nice training tires as I ride mainly in group settings or charity rides. They wear well and I have not had any punctures or flats to date, riding mainly chip seal and asphalt. Would definitely recommend these
These are the first tires I've had to purchase for my bicycle, and I feel like they were a great choice. Through research, I learned that these were supposed to be more puncture proof than standard tires, and after a few months of riding on them the only flat I've had was by something that pierced straight through the tire and well into the tube, I don't think any tire would have prevented that. They were pretty slick when I first put them on, which caused me to crash cause I wasn't used to it, but after some time riding them they've roughened up nicely so that they grip the pavement (I'm sure this is the case with nearly any new tire.) I ride daily to work and have put a couple hundred miles on the tires already, they are holding up well so far, 1010, would recommend.
I use these tires on the front and rear of my bike and this is my third set. I replaced the first two sets after 2800 miles and never had a flat on either set. Probably could have ridden them even further, but replaced them to be safe.
Big improvement over earlier models. Often on discount.
I will tell you up front that I will not mention the 'other' tire brandsmodels in order to avoid 'issues'. That being said, these tires seem softer, with better grip, than the previous 2 sets of tires (including the tires that came from the manufacturer) I've had on my current road bike. They also seem stiffer than one set but not as stiff as the other set. This is not as big a concern for me because I have a composite bike and composite greatly reduces shock and vibration. More importantly, these tires seem to withstand punctures better than the last two sets of tires. It's early, but I have over 500 miles on these tires and have not gotten a flat tire. I had 3 flat tires within 300 miles on the tires that came with the bike and one flat in about 100 miles on the other set. The Pro4's also seem to hold pressure a lot longer than both previouos sets that were on my bike. My bike, with the Pro4's, can sit for several days without activity and the tire pressure changes nominally (i.e. 1-2 lbs). I cannot say that for the last two sets of tires.
I already have a backup set of these tires and plan to buy a few more, especially since they are discontinued. I highly recommend them and hope that Michelin develops a similar model that's even better.
I purchased the Pro4 Endurance in the 700x28 size. The ride quality is really improved over the 700x25's I had on my bike, but there is seemingly no loss of responsiveness or increase in rolling resistance. This tire is a great choice for an Endurance road bike for everyday use.
I use these tires on my road bike for rides in the 30 -100 mile range including a week long tour in hot weather. They performed great in all conditions and I plan to continue using them.
I train and commute in a rural area with a full spectrum of road conditions and hazards. Rarely have I come across a tire that would serve me in so many different situations. I originally bought a pair of 25c for training on my racing bike. Sections of a longer loop has 2-3 miles of tough, sharp gravel. This tire was not phased after multiple passes. In better conditions it is as fast and compliant as any modern clencher. Every wash of the bike, I am amazed to find a surprisingly unscathed carcass on the tire. I ordered another two accidentally in 28c size. When the Specialized All Condition Armadillo Elites 28c on my commute bike wore to the point of diminished flat protection (these were great tires too) I rotated the Pro4s on and they are lighter, as comfortable and more efficient feeling. So far, I have never had a flat on this tire. Hopefully this declaration does not end the run! Great tire. Great price.
Got these tires at a great price. They are quiet and smooth. So far...approx. 1000 miles...they are durable and everything I was looking for.
I have been riding on Pro4 Endurance tires for several years now. I go about 200 lbs and I like tires that last a season of about 2000 to 2500 miles. I've recently been riding on 700 x 25 cc all black tires and couldn't be happier. A great tire for a good price. I had previously been riding on grayblack tires and did see some evidence of cuts occurring after a bit of rising. This has not been a problem with the all black 700 x 25 cc tires.
As a self-supported distance rider, 100 miles, I need a tire that is first and foremost dependable. The Pro4 Endurance is the best tire I have found. The ride is very good also. Being foldable also allows me to carry spare tires along with all the other necessities.
My best example was hitting hidden construction at high speed in traffic. Double pinch flats front and rear, but the tires were unscathed.
I've ridden tires with better rides and tires with equal tread protection, but these have given me the best overall durability and protection.
Rode from Portland Maine to Key West Florida, tire is in great shape, hope to get an other thousand or more miles on the tire. Had a Gator Skin on the front and Pro4 on the back. Both held up well. Did have a few flats, but tire ware was outstanding. I have tied many brands of tires and none have held up like the Pro4s. One draw back is they are a little heavy and it is noticeable. Feels sluggish when compared to my Vittoria Corsa.
I got these tires to replace the Thick Slick's that came on the used bike I had recently bought. I saw an immediate 10% increase in speed and the ride was less harsh. I did quite a bit of research before I made this purchase and feel it was a very good choice.
No flats this year Inflated to 110 PSI with 700 X 25. I will use the one retired set for the trainer this winter. They can be hard to mount finish at the valve stem and you will have less resistance. I get around 1500 miles from a set not bad for 190 - 210lb rider. Go for it buy a set.
I consider myself a fast recreational rider in the 22 to 25 mph range. Most of my riding is on city streets and city bike paths, but I also do a lot of climbing and I LOVE fast descending our southern California mountain roads. Average distance per ride is between 45 and 70 mph, with a few centuries each season.
The idea of riding an endurance tire was out of the question! But I needed tires in a rush and these were available and priced right and, well, you cant go wrong with Michelin, so I tried them. And I like them! My speed hasn't suffered, they handle the descents very well and the ride is really smooth and quiet. They're still new so I can't speak to their durability but they ride surprisingly well. I don't regret buying them. And they look nice, too.
Tires are great. Only have about 300 miles on them. Rides so much better than 23mm wheels i've had in pass. Even with super long rides, no pain or discomfort. Hopefully i get 2500 miles out of them....
These Michelin tires ride great and look awesome too. Would definitely buy again. I am sold on Michelin tires and tubes. I'm sure you would love them also!
So far, so good. I generally have preferred Michelin's flat-resistant training models to similar Conti models. They seem to feel slightly smoother for equivalent durability. This model seems to follow the general pattern. If you liked the Krylion from 5-10 years ago, you probably will like this tire as well.
