We’re sponsored by Maxxis, so that’s all I have run for the last few years. I think once the High Road tubeless comes out, I’ll be a very happy camper. The Padrones are great, but more like a Training/Racing tire rather than a full race setup.
I will say, I used to really like the feel of Specialized Turbos. I always opt for a little bit more grip if I can. As a bigger guy, I really think the grip going through the corners is what saves the most energy. I would try out a few different sets, play with pressures, and ride them all the time to get the feel for them. When you trust your tires and they “feel” good, I think you race the best.