I've been using Schwalbes for a few years. When the "V" tread is completely worn off in the center of the tire, I figure they've earned their keep. They usually go 5-6k on a rear at 35 mm width.
dougP On Jan 3, 12:24 pm, Michael Shaljian <mikeshalj...@gmail.com> wrote: > I've had a set of Jack Browns on my Quickbeam since getting it in May > '09, and I've probably got near 2500 miles on them. They seem to ride > just fine, but I'm wondering what I should be looking for to know if > the tread is worn out. I'm 180 lbs., for what it's worth, and I assume > these should have a max lifespan of about 3000 miles? > > If the original 'checkerboard tread' has been worn down to totally > smooth, are they worn out? Or are they basically fine until all tread > is gone? As expensive as good tires are I'm not eager to change sooner > than necessary, but I do have a set of Schwalbes waiting that I'd like > to try out, maybe just to mix up my riding with new rubber? -- 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-bu...@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.
