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06-22-15, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Wanderer

I put Schwalbe Marathon Supremes on mine, a 35 in the front for better handling and quicker and more precise steering, and a 40 in the rear for comfort and capacity.... What a great improvement. Honestly, it rides as nice as the 45s that came OEM, and no more flats (knock on wood).

I run mine at 92 PSI, because that's where they roll the best.

Do you run your back Marathon Supreme at 92 PSI?

I ask because that is above Schwalbe's recommended high point, although I am sure there would be a decent safety margin for people to go over and still be fine.

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