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11-13-15 | 03:08 PM

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cyccommute

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Originally Posted by jargo432

I'm looking for a good set of 26in mtn bike tires for a touring setup. What I'd like is good traction and puncture resistant. (not worried about a soft ride).

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

I'm like Vittorias. The Randonneur and Randonneur Pro have served me well for commuting and I wouldn't hesitate to use them as touring tire. Both come in a 26" version. They cost a lot less then Schwalbe Marathon...about $30 vs $50...but their big advantage is in weight. The 26x1.75 Randonneur has a listed weight of 580g which is kind of portly but the Marathon Plus in the same size weighs an astounding 1000g in that size!

I haven't tried the Marathons...no one has had them in stock when I needed tires...but the Randonneur has good flat protection and wears very well. I can't see what the extra 400g would be used for.

Vittoria also has a number of off-road tires with smoother tread that would be good choices. Still lighter than the Schwalbe.

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