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The Schwalbe's are definitely a hardier tire, but keep in mind that most hybrid tires have much thicker rubber, and usually a tread or inverted tread, as compared to road tires and most aren't prone to puncture. Note that the $8 Nashbar tires weigh 500-600 grams each, so there is already a lot of casing and rubber there.
If one really wants to avoid almost any chance of a flat then the Schwalbe or Armadillos are best. But they will cost significantly more than most hybrid tires. OTOH, they might last 5-10 years for a hybrid rider.
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