This tire was difficult to mount to the rim the first time. I was dreading going back to remount it as a tubeless setup but it must have stretched a touch and was much easier. Was able to get the bead over rim with just hand pressure the 2nd time rather than needing a tire lever. They set up tubeless easy and are holding pressure really well.
The tires are great on gravel and trails. You know you got a big knobby tire when your on the road but it doesn't seem like the resistance is excessive. I would buy these again for sure.
Pros:
Fast on the road
Durable, flat resistant
Great in mud
Cons:
Heavy
I�m using this on my 56cm Open Wide. I am 5�11� 165lbs and run 29/27psi. So far zero flats. I like this tire because I can keep up with the 700c riders on the flats yet have better traction in the soft stuff. I�ll go back to 700x45 in the dry seasons but for now this is my go to winter tire.
I think this is near the max tire volume I can fit in my 3T Exploro and I couldn't be happier with the tire itself. I was looking to max out volume and this one seemed to fit the bill. They feel very fast on pavement and have good traction off-road. They set up easily (tubeless with inserts.) I'll likely ride these on my 650b wheels for as long as I ride this bike.
Purchased as 650x50. Smooth on the road and happy at speed on rough gravel. Have used it on gravel, washboard roads and mountain bike single track - best all around tire I have.
