Thread: Size of tire for commuting -Schwabe Marathon plus 700x28 vs 700x32
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Old 05-24-14 | 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Fishwhisperer
Having previously run the Marathon Plus 32c on my commuter on similar hard surfaces to what you will be doing I would personally go for the Durano in a 28c version with Raceguard & folding bead. They will be a lot lighter and a lot quicker than the Marathon Plus. I do however run a tyre liner with my Durano's for the added assurance and they are still quicker than the Marathon Plus. Also consider the Conti 4 seasons in the 28c version.
I would second the recommendation Continental 4 season 28c. Very happy with them, and no regrets I chose them over the Schwalbe Marathons.
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