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Puncture proof Continental Gatorskin tyres any good?

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Velovelo:
I'm looking to try the "Puncture proof" Continental Gatorskin tyres. Do they really reduce frequent flats? Any real world user experience will be appreciated.

Also what do you guys do to reduce flats? Do share your hacks or best puncture proof tyres for carbon wheelsets you have tried.
Looking for reliability over performance here.
P/s; I prefer using inner tubes even on tubeless ready wheelsets.

I ride 700c/28mm tyres.

Thanks.

BalticSea:
They are good against flats, but they're terrible for riding - heavy, slow and a massive pain to put on. Pirelli Cinturato Velo, GP5000 All Season are better choices.

Mikeyblue:
As mentioned by BalticSea, Pirelli Cintirato are great for puncture resistance. A much better option imo. Better puncture resistance and much faster rolling tyres than Gatorskins. I have also heard from club members, that Gatorskins are terrible in the wet.

raisinberry777:
If you hate riding, they're great. If you enjoy riding, use almost anything else. Even today's race-ready tyres (GP5000, Pirelli P Zero etc.) score well on puncture resistance tests, and then if you're going further down that route, try something like a Pirelli Cinturato or a GP5000 AS.

It's worth considering tubeless as well for additional protection.

Velovelo:

Ok, thanks guys for the tips!

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