How about flat protection? Do these tires have the legendary flat protection that Schwalbe is known for, or is this a cheaper version.
1261980
Yes, the ones I bought have raceguard. They roll over everything. Traction are not what they are made for. They are the smoothest tires for a 29er out there, as far as I know. I never got a flat yet and have quite a few miles on them. I also have mr. Tuffy tire liners and check often to make sure no glass or anything else gets embedded in the rubber which might cause a flat eventually.
1261981
I can't say, but I have gotten maybe 1 or 2 flats with them in 4 years. My daily commute is 8 miles, each way, from North to South Manhattan. I run them on a Kona Kahuna mountain bike.
1261982
If you are asking about a warranty, I have no idea. If you're asking about durability against flats, I can say that I've logged hundreds of across town cumuter miles without problems.
1603539
I prefer the classic tires. I haven't had a problem going anywhere. My 2 year old can pull it without issue on the road as well as in the yard.
226487
I personally got the continental ultra sport road tire. I purchased them from Nashbar. They are only around $17-$20 per tire. I got them and they are a lot better. I am able to pump my tires up to around 110 psi without having to worry about the tube coming out. There are better tires you can get if you want to spend more but if you just want a good tire those would do.
382126
Not really, but a really tough street tire and good for touring, I have used them on a couple of my bikes for several years and have never had a flat. Currently running them on the streets of Eastern LA, CA and they have never let me down. They are hard to mount the first time and I recommend some really tough levers, I broke a whole set of cheap ones before splurging for a good set.
579606
A bit off topic, but you can get solid rubber wheelbarrow tires. The stock tires on your typical new wheelbarrow these days are pretty pathetic.
80492
Yes it's well worth it.. I love ThickSlicks since my first purchase.. (2012). The Elite has a more dense "DuraStrip".. (Puncture resistant).. I ride a track bike in the streets with "NO BRAKES"..I have had them both and have used Elite down to the liner.. Great tire, spend the $4.Hope this was helpful..
859591
I looked around online and I saw the tires in this size available in both the knobby and street tread design. I didn't notice any slicks but I wasn't looking for any either. I'm sure they're probably available.
298037
I used my air compressor. Too bad they didn't come with tires that never go flat. I might switch mine with those. Harbor Freight if you have them near you has tires that never go flat and you don't have to inflate.
397365
Really interesting hyperlink article posted by Bruce, from competitvecyclist. Personally I can't get my head around a smaller contact patch on a larger tire, but I'm no one to argue with these guys. I used to ride sportbikes. everything equal (same tire model), we assumed we were getting a larger contact patch, with the larger model. That's why we went for larger tires (same aspect ratio of course). but interesting article!!
1632549
Our tires in the back wore out within months. I replaced them with Schwalbe kid plus tires. They are more durable.
2069861
Those tires are good for all seasons. I bought my tires one year ago and those are the same. No wearing out. And i know a friend that he bougth his tires 3 years and still the same. I use those with a truck that has snow plow. My tires are for pasanger vehicle and star with the letter p 265.if u have a truvk i will recond to buy tires for truck or LT.
1387961
Originally I had a Maxxis crossmark tire on the front of my Santa Cruz Superlight I purchased the Maxxis Ardent because of the width, wanted more bite in the front end. I think it's more predictable and has a much better bite and is more confidence aspiring. perhaps in extremely hard terrain it may be a little more skittish it works fine in medium and soft soils for me, we ride mostly in medium soil to almost sand. It's a great tire for that, sorry I can't offer you more info as I just haven't been in hard surfaces. Ride On.....
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.
1950575
I Didn't find any I do on a manufacturers earanty, but the tire is holding up really well. Still on my first set and put a few thousand miles on them.
258066
Absolutely brother... They're awesome... Kevlar belted...nice fat track... A super smooth riding tire..I used the Slime tubes with them... Couldn't be happier with my decision...
1388670
Yes. I've been using these in many sizes for years. No flats, high pressure, dependable tire.
1257423
I also swapped out a pair of Kenda 26 X 2.1 Knobby Tires that came with the Mountain bike (Diamondback Response) with these. No problems.Since I'm mainly doing asphalt or hard road riding, it's good to get some street tires. You can really feel the difference.