User submitted reviews
Review by CrypticSheet
Before trying these tires I was only using Continental Grand Prix's and Specialized Turbo Cotton's on my Specialized Tarmac and was having issues finding them, so I started looking for something to hold me over and came across these tires. I figured to give them a go till I get a set of tires I am used to, and man was I surprised. I really like how these tires roll and feel on the bike.
At this price point, quality, and feel, I personally am not finding any reason to go back to the other tires.
Review by RickB
These tires ride like more expensive offerings from other brands. They are very sensitive to air pressure changes. A middle-of-the-road pressure will give you a very balanced ride with great grip, good rolling resistance, and nice shock absorption. More pressure makes the tire faster and handle quicker, but still offer confidence in corners. A little lower pressures will take the edge off of hits and make long distances easier on your body while still providing solid cornering. I've run through a few patches of broken glass and not had any flats. They're wearing pretty well too.
Review by Anonymous
Tire is perfect for the casual rider. Superb performance. Good grip. Puncture resistant. No better tire for the money.
Review by RiderJohn
I have ridden 2-3 sets of these in all weather conditions in New Mexico, where the worst of all thorns - the notorious goat heads - and pebbles, rocks, and glass line our roads. I get excellent mileage out of them, rarely flat, and man are they fast. They are easy to mount and remove (one Pedro's tire lever is sufficient). They are more comfortable than most other road racingtraining tires I have used. I used to ride Conti GP 4000S. The Vittoria are less costly and last a lot longer (2-3 times longer in my experience) on our really prickly and rough New Mexico roads. Still, these are not commuter tires as I have read in another review. If you want a commuter tire try the Specialized All-Weather Armadillo. Perhaps the Vittoria Rubino Pro Control would be a solid choice for commuting but I have never ridden it.
Review by Richard
Mid weight, grip the road, sheds rain, long wearing at 225 lbs.
Review by Yamir
My bicycle came with a similar tires, but these ones are way superior, very light weight, I ride two times a week for about 20 miles each, I think I rode this tires for about 500 miles and they look brand new not flats. I believe these tire are going to last for a while. Highly Recommended. Best place to buy them BIKETIRESDIRECT.COM
Review by Otoman
I bought the 30mm version to use for the Eroica ride in Tuscany. I fitted these to the vintage steel framed bike and they performed perfectly. I couldn't be any happier with them after conquering the long course, 100k gravel and 109k pavement. They rolled very well and cornered well on the pavement switchbacks, they tracked well in the gravel and hardback. If the gravel got deep and soft, I started to get a little loose but hey, these aren't MTB tires. No flats! I saw countless people changing tubes on the side of the road through the event. I'm sold on these as a durable, fast trainingracing tire if your roads are less than perfect. Go with the Corsas if you have perfect pavement and need every little bit of decreased rolling resistance, but these will take care of you in any tougher environment. BTW, these are a huge step up from the old Rubino Pros (2010 or so).
Review by Anonymous
New to road bikes, and I was riding older tires. Replaced with these, and it's a whole new experience!
Review by Scott
These were replacement on my Trek Madone 4.5. I wanted a whitewall road bike tire and my original Bontragers were no longer available. These ride great and appear more durable. I have about 250 miles so far and I have no complaints. Also look great.
Review by PeteH
I've found the Rubinos to be straightforward to mount and get very few flats. On the downside they seem to wear faster than I'd expect, but the roads I ride on are very rough so perhaps that's just par for the course.
Review by Anonymous
First time buying this Tire type and I must say I am very impressed! These tires are fast rolling yet provide grip in sketchy corners and even wet conditions. These are my new tires of choice
Review by dassala
Great tire, rolls well, easy to get on rims. In general my wheel rims are very tight trying to get the tire on, this tire went on with minimal effort. Time will tell about the durability but so far so good!
Review by Keanewst
Yes, Victoria Rubino pro is lightweight durable and clings to the ground when cornering fast.
Review by Anonymous
Reliable, good ride. Attractive coloring.
Review by Anonymous
Also love the color selection to give your bike that extra coolness
Great traction on wet roads!
Review by Estookay
I have purchased three pairs in a row of these for my wife's and my bike and am convinced that they provide the best combination of performance, durability, flat protection, and solid ride. We ride some pretty rough pavements in our area and the G2's handle the rough roads as well as they handle the smooth ones. For the price, they are the tire of choice for us.
Review by Anonymous
I am using these as a winter tire. I am amazed how smooth and responsive they are. Note - I'm using them with latex tubes.
Review by SirBikesAlot
I found these tires three years ago and fell in love. I don't buy anything else now. They hold the road, ware well and last for a lot of miles. I good investment.
Review by Mike
I put these in 30c on my S-Works Tarmac. The comfort level is exceptional with only a minor dulling of the razor sharp handling. I still get after it but tend to put more stock in comfort and these really did the trick for me. Highly recommended
Review by Howard
My Specailized Roubaix Expert came with specialized roubaix pro endurance Tires in a 2325 mm size (whatever that means). Switched those wheels to a bike I dont ride much and Just swapped out to the Rubino Pro in a 25mm and did a 35 mile ride. Rims are 14 mm internal width. Wow. I cant comment on durability yet, but these tires roll fast and the ride is noticeably smoother. Very pleased so far. When dismounted the original tires were very stiff. First time I think I have noticed how much tire quality can affect the ride.