tire ?
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Schwalbe Marathons come in 26 x 1 3/8, and have reflective sidewalls. Here's a Google shopping search them.
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Michelin does make at least one 590 tire (World Tour), not sure if they make others. The link provided above lists some 2010 (or earlier) Marathon tires for $22 and some change. Great deal for 22 bucks.
Last edited by Kojak; 10-20-11 at 04:00 PM.
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Michelin World Tour also has a reflective sidewall, if you're looking for a cheaper option:
https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=706701
As stated above, don't confuse decimal sized like 26x1.4 with 26x3/8, they are NOT the same.
https://www.niagaracycle.com/product_...ucts_id=706701
As stated above, don't confuse decimal sized like 26x1.4 with 26x3/8, they are NOT the same.
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I guess it depends on what one is comparing them to. Compared to a sport/racing tire, that's probably a fair statement. In the grand scheme of things, it's actually a very nice rolling tire and about average weight. In this particular case, there aren't a lot of options in a 26 x 1 3/8 (37-590) tire, it's not a particlarly common size. There is the Marathon Plus, which is nearly bulletproof but a bit heavier and a bit more rolling resistance. We also make the Delta Cruiser which is a more budget oriented tire but still really nice.
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