Are these good for fixed gear city riding or will they easily fall apart from some rough roads?
801296
I put this on my wife's bike. She rides about 50 miles a week but mostly paved roads. Still, no issues. Has been using for 1 yr.
801297
These flexes a little, I could feel mine flex from side to side as I lean on my handle bars. The product is tough, Im 200 lbs and use an aerobar, did a century ride without any problems. For a fixed gear on some rough road, I would lower the air on my tires to absorb the bumps. Also I think you can only fit up to 25mm tire on this fork, please check
801828
I broke one when I knocked my bike over in the shop.I had another one crack where it tightens on the ball after a lot of rough miles.I bought another set and keep the parts that are usable for future use.At the price, I love them. Of course, if you buy the famous name brands for $50 and up...Let us know if they are any better, because I doubt it.
2083239
I just use mine for off-roading/camping and they seem to hold up very well, I would definitely recommend them. I haven't left them in the sun so I'm not sure if they fade.
843288
I rode my bike with these for about 3 weeks before they completely failed. I ride ~200 miles / week. Amazon wouldn't take them back after receiving them (they were clean, just broken), they also didn't return them. I know this question is a few years old, just providing more info for folks looking to buy.
2242940
They'll give you some power on the upstroke, but not like clipless. I would have been happy enough with these for city biking had they lasted.
896364
Knobbies create rolling resistance and not ideal unless you are truly off-roading. I am on my second set of Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires for my Xtracycle which is used primarily for running to the grocery store, picking up the kids at school, local errands, weekend jaunts, camping trips, etc. They roll exceptionally well and have outstanding grip on pavement. I rode the first set for nearly 3 years and 4000+ miles; the side walls are strong and can withstand the daily abuse of 300 pounds between me, the kids and groceries. They are very strong, durable and reliable tires. I don't carry a pump, patches, tools or tubes because I know I won't get a flat. At the end of life for the tires, that's when the blue puncture stuff is showing, I inspected the tires and realized they withstood massive amounts of debris, there were little cuts around the entire surface, I suspect that was all the glass, nails, etc. that I ride through daily but still no flats. Amazing how well they hold up, best tires I ever owned. They are okay on packed gravel too. I take the kids backcountry camping on the back of the Xtracycle with all the gear and the tires do well on the trail. I'll be riding these for many years, very happy with them.
896365
little bit heavy but I ride mostly on broken pavement, road bike wheels and tires don't hold up. these tires are quieter and better traction than nobby on pavement. Never had a flat with these.
1922143
Funny you should ask.I have about a 1000 miles on these tires mostly on dry roads a lot of chip and seal.the other day I was riding on a cement pier when you get out to the end you have to make 90 degree turn around as I did this the tires were wet and I hit a little sand the bike slid out and I was on the ground.So I would say the answer is no.great tire for dry weather,very little rolling resistance.bike on brother!
619922
yes they will hold up, I do about the same perhaps even a little more trail (single track) riding on them.
1598044
They are pretty good. If ur going to be offroading with it and hitting trees and stuff it's pretty good. My bumper mounted one has a gaurd protecting it. My roof one the mounts have held up great
821745
I used them for a 3 day trip and they worked well. They are better for day trips, 6 out of 10 for durability
1349545
Oh yes, I love these tires. I've even done a little single track MTB with them on some trails. Nice grip on pavements and Corning. They can take some abuse
47737
I used them on a gocart. They wear pretty quickly if you drive hard. Raced about 8 total hours on a oval track and burned through them as front tires
1469245
Do not expect wheels and bushings to perform smoothly . I would not recommend for street riding or outdoor use. However, the colors are pleasing to look at.
2250640
A lot will depend on your shoes and the type of riding. If you are doing much out-of-the-saddle riding then a strapped clipless may be better, otherwise, if they fit your shoes, then these will be just fine. Be sure to practice getting out of them when you need to and get used to stuffing the toes in securely when jamming uphill and on technical downhills. Safety first.As for the pedals themselves, I prefer metal pedals with good bearings, but I am still using the originals that came with my 1988 Fisher Montare! No suspension for me, so a pedal's gotta be pretty durable on my fat tire bike. A lot will depend on your shoes and the type of riding. If you are doing much out-of-the-saddle riding then a strapped clipless may be better, otherwise, if they fit your shoes, then these will be just fine. Be sure to practice getting out of them when you need to and get used to stuffing the toes in securely when jamming uphill and on technical downhills. Safety first.As for the pedals themselves, I prefer metal pedals with good bearings, but I am still using the originals that came with my 1988 Fisher Montare! No suspension for me, so a pedal's gotta be pretty durable on my... » Read More A lot will depend on your shoes and the type of riding. If you are doing much out-of-the-saddle riding then a strapped clipless may be better, otherwise, if they fit your shoes, then these will be just fine. Be sure to practice getting out of them when you need to and get used to stuffing the toes in securely when jamming uphill and on technical downhills. Safety first.As for the pedals themselves, I prefer metal pedals with good bearings, but I am still using the originals that came with my 1988 Fisher Montare! No suspension for me, so a pedal's gotta be pretty durable on my fat tire bike. « Show Less
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These tires certainly fit nicely on your first THREE requirements (primarily road, fast rolling, and strong :-) , but the tires do lack any meaningful tread pattern as they were not designed for off road or turf conditions. That said, as long as the dirt is packed down and dry, I have been able to occasionally hit the dirt, but of course don't push these in corners because lack of knobs.cheers, Joe T
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Absolutely yes. I ride a road bike on Houston city streets in the early morning with these on listening to podcasts. I hear vehicles coming from behind without any difficulty. These do a good job for voice. For music the low and mid range is not good and you don't get the great sound fidelity of some other in ear plugs. But for my podcasts they are spot on. I do not feel unsafe with them while bike riding.