New Tires for Leadville 100 MTB

Since I haven’t been racing, I’ve just been riding with worn out tires on my mountain bike. Actually they’re more than worn out. They’re really worn out. I’ve had a couple times when the front tire started sliding out when I wasn’t cornering very hard.

With the Leadville 100 this weekend, it was time for some new rubber. I put a brand new Hutchinson Python tire on the rear. I had a new Gold Elite one lying around but I don’t think they’re available anymore. I also replaced the very worn front IRC Mythos tire with a new one.

This is the tire combination I’ve used on my previous 4 Leadville 100 finishes including the year I finished 17th in 8:18. I’ve been very happy with the setup. I figure it’s best not to change it now.

The Python has low rolling resistance and works well on the hard packed jeep roads. Some guys also run the Python on the front. I like the little more traction that the Mythos gives me and it seems to also roll well.

I’ve always liked to wear down the Mythos a little since the knobs were a little taller than needed for Leadville. When I put the slightly worn one on Sunday, I discovered it had dry rot. The new one has slightly different tread pattern and the knobs aren’t quite as tall. I think it’ll be at least as good as the old one.

Related Links:

• Leadville 100 MTB FAQ
• 2009 Leadville 100 mountain bike photos
• 2007 Leadville 100 MTB pictures
• 2006 Leadville 100 MTB pictures
• Views from the Top of the Columbine Climb

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