Kenda Small Block 8's?
07-18-16, 10:38 AM
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Kenda Small Block 8's?
I need some new cx/off road tires and the Small Block 8's seem to be a good value and solid tire. Anybody here run them? I'd be looking at 700x32's..
07-18-16, 10:47 AM
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I wasn't a fan of he 35s I had, they felt harsh at pressures above 45-50psi and sluggish at pretty much any other pressure. I've since gone to smooth tread tires in 650b sizeway but I think that the Panaracer Graveking would be a significantly better option if you're considering the small block 8 style tire.
07-19-16, 12:39 PM
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I've got a pair of 700x32c Small Block 8s. Took them off of the bike because they scared the crap out of me cornering on pavement. Worked OK on the crushed limestone gravel paths we have around here though.
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I am unimpressed with the Small Block 8. It's best on dry singletrack but slow on pavement and not grippy enough on damp surfaces.
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07-19-16, 02:55 PM
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Haven't tried those Kenda tires but if you're looking for affordable CX tires, have a look at the Duro Ellie Mae. I ordered the 700x35 for my bike, haven't actually ridden them yet, but they seem to get good reviews online (:
07-19-16, 03:45 PM
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I have ridden the Small block 8s (35mm) and also prefer the Gravelking SK 32mm. I didn't find the Small Block 8s were very durable.
07-21-16, 01:00 PM
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I tried to look for the Ellie Mae's but they are out of stock everywhere. I have it narrowed down to either the Small Block 8s or I could get a pair of Schwalbe CX Comp's plus two tubes for not much more $$:
2X Schwalbe CX Comp 700 x 38C Wired Bike Bicycle Tire Presta Tubes | eBay
2X Schwalbe CX Comp 700 x 38C Wired Bike Bicycle Tire Presta Tubes | eBay
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