Took 20 minutes to mount front rim ... 45 minutes to mount rear rim ... probably less flex on rear rim due to sprocketlarger axel. Watched several U-tube videos that gave tips for mounting this tough tire. Only have 200 - 300 miles on tires ... no issues so far. Recommended by a couple seasoned cyclis as a durable tire with few if any flats. Very satisfied so far ...
A bit heavier then I expected but Im not getting flats either.
Bought tire based on recommendation of 2 friends who have been using this tire for years. These are much sturdier than the Bontrager tires that came with my Trek hybrid, but no negative feel for this heavier tire. It was a little challenge to mount these, I had to use metal tire levers rather than the plastic ones. No flats for the first 500 miles. I had 4 flats last summer on the Bontragers on the roads in Delaware. Price is worth the peace of mind I now have with these. Cannot comment on tire life yet.
Got these on sale and I love them. An amazing deal. Schwalbe marathons are the gold-standard for touring and commuting. I like them because they have almost eliminated puncture flats from my commute routine. I will typically get about 12,000 miles on them before I buy another set. Highly recommend.
These are well known tires for commuting in unfavorable conditions and that's exactly what they're best for! Excellent!
These puppys i will HIGHLY recomend 2 anyone
I use these on a gravel bike converted to a touring bike with minimal off-road riding. These keep the goatheads at bay! Seemed heavy in the package and are a little hard to get on but they ride smooth and fast. Liked them so much a bought a second set for my son's city bike.
Very comfrotable ride from these tires.
Good grip on cornering and firm road feel. Would definately order more and recommend to friends!
We use these tires on our Tandem and I can't remember the last time we had a flat. If you want a tire that you can set and forget these are it.
Great! Durable. Dependable. Love the reflective sidewalls for winter commutes. And they dont roll half bad
I'm not sure they are the best rolling tires, but when it comes to goat head proof tires, these are the best. Because they are wire bead and thick rubber tires, they are a little less forgiving on tight fitting wheels. On some wheels they have been easy to install, where on an Axis 1.0 (specialized) they were a challenge. Its best described as a wrestling match with three tire spoons.
Likes Fast rolling and resistant to goatheads.
Dislike Heavy
No negatives very satisfied. I commute about 600 miles a month on my Kona Paddy Wagon and the 700Cx28 tires are awesome!
I have the tires on a hybrid bike I use around town and to get to work. I was concerned about their ability to corner,but they grip the road very well.
I can't say I ever struggled so hard getting a tire on as i did with these. That said, i am really happy I didn't give up. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broken glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.
I can't say I ever strugled so hard with a tire as i did with these to get them on... boy, i am really happy I did tbough. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broke glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.
This is a great tire. I replaced the Schwalbe Kojak tires with a set of the Marathon Plus and glad I did. Overall riding performance and cornering are better. I highly recommend this tire for all touring and commuting. It is a five star tire!
I use these tires on my commuting bike and have had no problems. The ride is great. They were easier to install than I thought they would be. I highly recommend them.
As wet weather moved in I replaced my slicks with these and am very happy. I have much better traction and control.
This tire has never punctured on me and withstands commuting 35 mpd three seasons. Highly recommended for the heavier rider too (I clock in at 220).
