Originally Posted by
nashcommguy
Totally true. I've got a 4+ year old Schwalbe Marathon Plus w/23,000 miles+ on it. I've just replaced the 2nd rear tire both have which did better than 10,000 each. The front tire has moderate tread wear and no cracking on the sidewalls. Armour All, brake fluid, rubber restorer have all been used as well as good ol' dishsoap and water. The reflective strip is still visible @ night. I'd save up for the SMPs, but then I'm biased.
Btw, the 25mm SMPs don't last nearly as long as the 28s, so that's a consideration as well.
I doubt you got 23,000 miles on any set of tires. Even if you are a lightweight, you bike is super light and no load riding on immaculate roads. Unless you are just joking with us, then lol.
rekmeyata, I mostly just commute around town and sometimes go on short tours with some load (10-50 LBs). I ride all year long, rain or shine, wet weather traction is a must. It can get pretty wet most of the time here in the NW. Good puncture resistance is an obvious need, it rains just enough that debris sticks to your tire and digs in. The maxxis re-fuse was able to meet these needs so far, it isn't a high mileage tire either.