Anakee
Hi Lee,
My TA had Trailwings fitted when I bought it. I thought they were ok but the rear did wear quickly, toast in less than 4000 miles.
The front was pretty far gone by then too, but as the previous owner told me this was the second rear he'd fitted, they do seem to wear at a 2 rear to 1 front ratio.
As both my tyres needed replacing, and I wanted a more road based tyre, I went for a set of Michelin Anakees. Brilliant tyres, can't fault them. They've sharpened up the steering and feel more secure, they don't squirm like the TW's did, they're particularly good in the wet and best of all, after 2000-odd miles, there's barely any signs of wear on them.
I wouldn't like to mix Anakees and TW 's though, so I'd maybe go for another TW until the front wears out then replace them as a set.
Also, the rear Anakee is a tubeless-suitable for tubes-type, if you see what I mean..! Being of tubeless construction means it's stiffer, runs cooler and should be a little more resistant to punctures. It's also a bugger to fit with 6" tyre levers..! The front is only available as a crossply in 21" size.
I reckon they're second only to full road tyres for grip and longevity.
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