Tires that fit a Periscope 700?
07-06-10, 08:17 AM
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Tires that fit a Periscope 700?
Anybody that has ridden one of these for awhile want to recommend some tires that fit the Co-motion Periscope 700? Would love to have a bit more width/volume than the 700x28 Conti Ultrasport that came on mine. Took them on some dirt roads this weekend and grip-wise they were fine in all but the softest portions, but I flatted twice. Tried some Specialized Borough 700x32 before I left for my weekend but they didn't fit in back. Has anyone used the Marathon Supreme 700x32? Would love it if that tire fit in the back. Know any good 700x30? That size seems to be neglected by most manufacturers.
07-06-10, 08:55 AM
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Schwalbe touring tires
We use Schwalbe Marathon HS 386 in 700x28 at 100psi on our Primera and so far they were great in all conditions/weather. We only have 900km on them now, approx. one fourth of that on dirt and limestone roads, sometimes short sections even on coarser gravel. No flats so far. Comfortwise, I would say they feel similar to another brand's 700x32 that I have on my commuter bike, but are more responsive in curves. According to their website, Schwalbe has Marathon Racers HS 366 in 700x30 if you want that size. https://www.schwalbetires.com/marathon_racer If you get those or the Marathon Supremes, I would like to hear how you like them, since I am considering them as an interesting alternative.
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Old thread but wanted to report on the Marathon Racers if you're still interested PeFSQ. Had them on for about a year, and they are great! No flats in the goat head capital of the world in a full year, and they seem to roll as well as the 28 Ultrasports, and grip well too. Always riding with the kids so I don't really test the limits of adhesion much. Have had them on some mild dirt roads a few times, not back on the ones I flatted on with the Conti's yet. Very decent in the dirt, and again, no flats.
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Searching on another topic, I thought it would be useful to post this response.
On our 2011 Periscope Torpedo 700c, I have been able to fit a Ritchey Cross Max 35c cyclocross tire. It is likely the max size that will fit in the frame. I am picking up a used 2005 Persicope 700c and will be confirming the fit on that also. Should be the same according to Co-motion.
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On our 2011 Periscope Torpedo 700c, I have been able to fit a Ritchey Cross Max 35c cyclocross tire. It is likely the max size that will fit in the frame. I am picking up a used 2005 Persicope 700c and will be confirming the fit on that also. Should be the same according to Co-motion.
Warren
