Why are Schwalbe tires so popular?

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05-01-19, 05:35 PM

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by the way, how do you even pronounce this brand? I´ve always called it Swa-bee.

Shvoll-buh, short 'O.' It's German, and it's pronounced just the way it's spelled (German pronunciation.)

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Originally Posted by taz777

The Marathon range are very puncture-proof. They also last long. I wouldn't class them as performance tyres. They are fit and forget high-quality tyres that will lessen the fear of getting a puncture.

And Marathon Plus tires are very popular with wheelchair users for everyday tires. I have them on my TiLite.

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I've used their cyclocross tubulars - great grip and roll out is amazing. Go from pavement to grass and you don't feel like there's any more rolling resistance.

Schwalbe MTB tires are also excellent and available in a very wide range for different terrain and wear and rolling resistance.

The Nobby Nics will get you through sand fast and in safety.