As per last weeks fresh goods here is the follow up on the tyres - Mavic Yksion Pro 23c Powerlink and Griplink tyres fitted as standard. I have been using Michy Pro4 25c for the last couple of years which are a big volume tyre for a 25c and offer more comfort and protection from the UK's roads. So i decided to order a pair of the same Mavic tyres but in the 25c version with SSC labels (also come with white labels) to try out. I have never used Mavic tyres only thier wheels without any problems over the last many years. I shopped around on the uk market but they were very expensive compaired to Acycles in France. Now then, i have never ordered anything from France in my life so decided to give it ago. I ordered them on 30.12.14 and taking into account the time of year they landed on 5.1.15, not bad. Here is a link for the griplink and the powerlink, i paid £52.84 for the pair and that inc £1.99 delivery. The rrp is £39 each here in the uk. The tread pattern is now different on the 2015 version compaired to the 2014 models and the griplink and powerlink have two diferent pattern of grooves where as the pattern was the same on the 2014 models. I have now fitted the tyres and are tighter than the michys, and a narrower profile. I have only done a couple of rides and no problems to report. There seems to be plenty of grip from both tyres when climbing and cornering. The first ride i was cornering at 40+ mph on gritty roads and they felt very grippy, not as much comfort as michy pro4 25c but that is due to the sectional size difference, i will feedback in the spring after a few rides, i can say they do feel very tacky to touch so not sure how durable they will be. Here is the Mavic blurb-
The Mavic Yksion Pro Powerlink Folding Tyre is designed to speed the bike up.
It is made to match the performance of Mavic rear Wheel-Tyre Systems.Its low rolling resistance tread will transfer all of your power to the ground.
Available in 23 mm (SSC or white labels) and 25 mm (white labels).
PowerLink
Low rolling resistance
A rear tyre, whether a clincher or a tubular, must fully liberate the wheel’s ability to transfer power and generate speed. Therefore, PowerLink tyres are optimized for rear wheel use, by minimizing the rolling resistance.
The Mavic Yksion Pro Griplink Folding Tyre was designed for road and triathlon riding.
The Yksion Pro GripLink makes the difference in cornering.
It is made to match with the performance of Mavic front Wheel-Tyre Systems.
Its sticky compound and specific tread pattern will hold the ground in any weather conditions.
Grip and Control
A front tyre, whether a clincher or a tubular, must fully liberate the wheel’s ability to hold the ground and control the bike. Therefore, GripLink tyres are optimized for front use, by offering a superior grip.
Optimized puncture and cuts resistance: Nylon breaker Strong casing: nylon 127 TPI
Weight : 190 & 215 grams
Pressure Max: 9 bar / 130 psi
•Colour : Black
•Dimension : 700x23, 700x25
•Bead : Foldable
•ETRTO : 23-622, 25-622
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| Heavier than the manufactures weight 190g |
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| Slight difference between 2014 Powerlink & Griplink |
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| Less than the manufacturers 215g weight |
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| Both tyres weight is the same |
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| 2015 25c models |
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| 2014 23c models |
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