Vittoria Corsa Pro

Ride Quality:
The Vittoria Corsa Pro lives up to its promise of delivering an exceptional ride experience. With a 320 TPI cotton casing seamlessly connected to the tread using Vittoria’s innovative “light vulcanisation” method, the tire achieves a supple and smooth ride. The improved malleability to the terrain enhances comfort, making it a pleasure to ride on various road surfaces.

Cornering:
The tire offers confidence-inspiring cornering grip, providing stability and control during descents and turns. The combination of a grippy compound and a well-designed tread pattern contributes to its predictable handling. Riders can tackle corners with assurance, experiencing the tire’s capability to maintain traction even in demanding conditions.

Rolling Resistance:
While the Corsa Pro TLR excels in ride quality and cornering, it falls short in the area of rolling resistance, according to lab results. The poor performance in rolling resistance tests, producing 16.68 watts of resistance for a single tire at 30kph, places it at the bottom of the tested tires. Despite this, real-world performance on the road suggests that the tire doesn’t feel slow, and the ride experience remains impressive.

Puncture Resistance:
Vittoria claims an 18% improvement in puncture resistance for the Corsa Pro TLR. The incorporation of a puncture belt between the casing and rubber contributes to enhanced durability. Although with only 200 miles ridden, I can’t really provide an extensive answer if the increased puncture resistance claim is a valid one.

Ease of Installation:
The Corsa Pro TLR can be commended for its ease of setup and tubeless installation. Unlike some competitors, it doesn’t require special tools or dedicated tubeless inflators. The Zylon bead and bead shield contribute to secure and straightforward installation. The inclusion of a QR code for accessing installation resources adds a user-friendly touch.

Price:
Pricing is a notable concern with the Vittoria Corsa Pro TLR. Priced at $100 per tire, it positions itself as one of the most expensive road bike tires on the market. While the tire offers impressive performance, the high cost might deter budget-conscious riders.