Got a new set of Pirelli Evocompound tyres 3 months ago. They are 28/700 and I put roughly 3000km on them. The rear tyre is completely gone as can be seen above and the front is almost completely unworn? Previous to this I had gone through a Gatorskin conti rear tyre quickly too. Is this a result of over pressure/Under pressure? I typically run between 80 and 90 psi and weigh 100kg/220lbs.
by Hezzi17
2 Comments
I would guess you are overusing your rear brake, and sliding on the locked up tyre.
Neither your tire longevity nor PSI sound crazy to me. It depends on the tire, but generally a tire of this type will wear more quickly than something with more tread; the tradeoff is ride quality. That the front tire is relatively fine makes sense too; the rear tire carries most of the rider weight. Congrats on actually using your bike!