> the new schwalbe will probably be at least $50. not what I consider > inexpensive, especially for a tire that isn't performance oriented. > > in any event, quality tires are worth every cent. in fact, I'm not > aware of another component that can enhance the ride like fast > rolling, comfortable, good handling tires.
I like nice comfortable tires and in fact am having a bike made specifically so it can accommodate Hetres. That said, I think it is wrong to discount the value Schwalbe tires. The Schwalbe Marathon line is built to last yet provide reasonably smooth riding and handling. In my opinion, Schwalbes meet the challenge as well as any tire manufacturer. I used Marathon Supremes with excellent results on three tours this year. I have not had near the good luck with Continentals as I have with Schwalbe. Armadillos are pretty sturdy, but the tires - at least 4 or 5 years back when I last used them - deliver a harsh and disconnected ride. Moreover, while neither are available in 650b, it is also my opinion that Schwalbe Kojaks and Big Apples provide have high levels of performance, comfort and handling. On Oct 22, 2:52 pm, Patrick in VT <psh...@drm.com> wrote: > the new schwalbe will probably be at least $50. not what I consider > inexpensive, especially for a tire that isn't performance oriented. > > in any event, quality tires are worth every cent. in fact, I'm not > aware of another component that can enhance the ride like fast > rolling, comfortable, good handling tires. > > On Oct 22, 12:14 pm, "David Faller" <dfal...@charter.net> wrote: > > > > > Something tells me the Schwalbe isn't going to cost a paycheck, though... > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: Patrick in VT > > To: RBW Owners Bunch > > Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:12 AM > > Subject: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Dureme Tire > > > On Oct 22, 11:37 am, Rocky B <luggedsteel.fatti...@gmail.com> wrote: > > > Looks like Schwalbe has a new model > > out:http://www.schwalbetires.com/marathon_dureme > > > > It definitely looks like a "dream" tire. I really hope they make a > > > 650B size. > > > Kirk Pacenti has a 650b x 38ish (hopefully) tire in the works. Grand > > Bois also has a 650b x 38 in the works - a "baby Hetre" of sorts. > > both will be available next year. > > > if your bike can fit a 38-42, i'd consider these before a schwalbe if > > you're after a "dream" ride.- Hide quoted text - > > > - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
