Tire Recommendations, 26"
06-17-12, 07:42 PM
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Tire Recommendations, 26"
So I got this gig driving big rig for a living. I've been carrying my Trek 560 along with me and it's great for what it is... but what it is is a hardedged, all-out road machine with tubular tires. Not really what should have been my first choice.
So I'm going to be revamping my Schwinn Impact as an all-rounder. It's in great shape, except for the tires. I'm wondering if I can get some reco's on rubber. I'm thinking something in the 1.5-2.1 inch range, fairly high pressure, gumwall would be nice, a little bit of tread but not knobby would be nice, folding bead a must (it's kind of my thing, baby). If I can get them for under 70 bucks apiece, so much the better. No Contis, no Kendas; I just plain don't like 'em.
Thanks in advice,
Blight
So I'm going to be revamping my Schwinn Impact as an all-rounder. It's in great shape, except for the tires. I'm wondering if I can get some reco's on rubber. I'm thinking something in the 1.5-2.1 inch range, fairly high pressure, gumwall would be nice, a little bit of tread but not knobby would be nice, folding bead a must (it's kind of my thing, baby). If I can get them for under 70 bucks apiece, so much the better. No Contis, no Kendas; I just plain don't like 'em.
Thanks in advice,
Blight
06-17-12, 09:04 PM
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Michelin Country Rock 26 x 1.75
https://www.biketiresdirect.com/produ...ntry-rock-tire
Great tire. I wish they still made these in 700c for my hybrid.
Er, sorry, not folding bead.
https://www.biketiresdirect.com/produ...ntry-rock-tire
Great tire. I wish they still made these in 700c for my hybrid.
Er, sorry, not folding bead.
06-18-12, 02:15 AM
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Maxxis Overdrive.
So I got this gig driving big rig for a living. I've been carrying my Trek 560 along with me and it's great for what it is... but what it is is a hardedged, all-out road machine with tubular tires. Not really what should have been my first choice.
So I'm going to be revamping my Schwinn Impact as an all-rounder. It's in great shape, except for the tires. I'm wondering if I can get some reco's on rubber. I'm thinking something in the 1.5-2.1 inch range, fairly high pressure, gumwall would be nice, a little bit of tread but not knobby would be nice, folding bead a must (it's kind of my thing, baby). If I can get them for under 70 bucks apiece, so much the better. No Contis, no Kendas; I just plain don't like 'em.
Thanks in advice,
Blight
So I'm going to be revamping my Schwinn Impact as an all-rounder. It's in great shape, except for the tires. I'm wondering if I can get some reco's on rubber. I'm thinking something in the 1.5-2.1 inch range, fairly high pressure, gumwall would be nice, a little bit of tread but not knobby would be nice, folding bead a must (it's kind of my thing, baby). If I can get them for under 70 bucks apiece, so much the better. No Contis, no Kendas; I just plain don't like 'em.
Thanks in advice,
Blight
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Fair range of options with Schwalbe tires: https://www.schwalbe.com/gbl/en/produ...ID_Produkt=133
More so if you'd be willing to compromise on the bead type...
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I'd go for some PF Flyer retreads at the flyin' J off 1-70. Wait a minute..for the BIKE...
07-03-12, 11:51 PM
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I had Panaracer T-servs before. I think they are similar to the Pasela but the T-serv has kevlar beads; not sure what else is different. I think the last time I looked for them, they were around $30-40 each. I think on eBay there were some different colored ones too.
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For many years I rode on Specialized Nimbus 1.5" tires. Don't get the Armadillo version, though, because it gives a very rough ride. I replaced those with Specialized Hemisphere 1.95" tires and these have worked very well on a mountain bike commuter. I've never had a quality problem with Specialized tires.
07-05-12, 06:46 AM
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Another 26” tire that seems quite good is the Vittoria Randonneur Pro 26x1.5”
07-05-12, 09:22 AM
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Folding bead to my mind, matters for 3rd tire, brought along, as a spare.
Not as meaningful a feature if it stays on the wheel.
Not as meaningful a feature if it stays on the wheel.
07-05-12, 09:49 AM
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1.75 Panaracer T-Serv, same tread as the Pasela above with blackwall, slightly longer lasting sidewall, very comfortable ride, fast and reasonably puncture resistant. I've ridden through patches of glass with no problems. Sport Contact is a bit faster but I've had flats in the SportContact and none with the T-servs.
07-05-12, 09:51 AM
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Conti Sport Contacts are the fastest 26" slicks I have ever used. Not the most durable tire out there, but not too bad. Highly recommended for commuting.
07-05-12, 09:26 PM
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Hutchinson 26 x 1.35 - saw them at Wal-mart yesterday for $19.99 each
07-06-12, 11:06 AM
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I use the Performance Metro K tires. I like them. Not very expensive. Very skinny. And, they rarely flat. I got a flat the other day because a pallet nail went 2" through the tire. I don't think any tires survive that.
I have put hundreds of miles on these and would buy them again.
I have put hundreds of miles on these and would buy them again.
07-06-12, 04:29 PM
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those off the wall punctures are something. Long time ago I got a 2" nail through the tire AND rim, whack,whack, whack and there was the nail sticking right through the side of the rim.
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Too bad about the folding thing, or you could have these: https://www.amazon.com/Serfas-Drifter.../dp/B003BYUL2E
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I second the Panaracer T-Serv and Vittoria Rando Pro recommendations. I run the T-Serv up front on my hardtail commuter because it is nice and cushy. The Rando Pro on the rear is stiffer and bombproof. The T-Serv's run a little small, if you want circa 1.5" order the 1.75", looks like it is closer to 1.6 on a wide rim. Love them both.
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Another vote for Specialized Nimbus in 1.5" width. Not a tan walled look, but the ride and durability are great. I got mine for $25.
