Event GL699 review
The Event GL699 is widely regarded as a poor-performing tire, with users consistently reporting significant safety concerns regarding its wet-weather capabilities. The consensus indicates that the tire lacks sufficient traction, leading to dangerous handling characteristics and frequent wheel spin in adverse conditions.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
33%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Event GL699 is widely regarded as a poor-performing tire, with users consistently reporting significant safety concerns regarding its wet-weather capabilities. The consensus indicates that the tire lacks sufficient traction, leading to dangerous handling characteristics and frequent wheel spin in adverse conditions.
Pros
- Low initial purchase price
- High tread longevity
Cons
- Extremely poor wet-weather traction
- High risk of wheel spin under light acceleration
- Unpredictable handling during cornering
- Compromised safety in heavy rain
Worth knowing
- Users frequently noted that these tires were pre-installed on second-hand vehicle purchases, suggesting they are often chosen as a budget-friendly replacement by previous owners.