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Old 03-30-09 | 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by John Nelson
Be advised that Schwalbe does not consider the Marathon Plus to be a touring tire. They suggest the Marathon XR for touring.
Also be aware that they are very heavy and have a dead feel to them. They literally each weigh as much as two tires weigh with most other choices. I bought a pair of the Pluses and hate them for anything but commuting on bad glass strewn roads. Different strokes, but I'd rather have a flat once in a while than strap those anchors to my touring bike.
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