Mounted the tire last week, went for an 85 miler last Saturday in preparation for the big 108 miler middle of this month. Had about 4800 feet of climbing as well. This tire feels really good. It's not going to feel super light (it's a 40 lb bike with fatt-ish tires) but it rolls along really well. If tire punctures are kept to a minimum I'll be very happy with it.

Glad I went with the 2.35" as it's slightly skinnier than the Solana's 2.30" but still fills the frame nicely. Not fired up about the reflective stripe around it, but I do a fair amount of night riding so it's probably a lot safer. I saw on here somewhere where someone was able to peel it off so if it really bothers me I'll look that up.

At speed there's a slight hum from the tire but not loud like a mtn. bike. Really only hear it when there's no traffic and at higher speeds.

The sidewall is fairly thin/flexible, at first it didn't want to seat but not a problem with a little finessing.

Thanks again for all of your suggestions.