
Ralph has truly great grip, cornering speed and defies wash-out, which is why so many riders love it! We were surprised how it has been possible to have so much grip with such low rolling resistance. The secret is 3 +'s: Hi-tech manufacture + an Evo-carcass + triple compound + U-blocks. On the first few rides I would stick a foot out expecting some drift or wash out, and it never came. Time to keep your feet on the pedals.
- tyres really dont get any better than these. Totally pro bit of kit, and very light at 580g (29er 2.25) and 640g (29er 2.4) and 520g (26" 2.25)
- Looks expensive but how much did your wheels cost?
- Price individually
- 2.25 and 2.4 widths available
- 26" and 29er sizes available
An aggressive off road 29" tyre using the logical multi-directional tread pattern from the much adored Choir Boy, but in a slightly shallower, less flexible and lighter 3.5mm tread depth.
Features;
Directional, universal front or rear tread.
3.5mm depth tread.
Soft, super grippy compound.
Lightweight, Black skinwall with steel bead.2.3
Priced per tyre
Features:
• Fast rolling center ridge – front or rear
• Raised side knobs for better cornering
• Tire Size: 29x2.10
• Max PSI:65
• Designed for traction.
• High volume casing.
• Size - 29" x 2.25
• Bead- Folding
• Max PSI - 60
• TPI - 60
• Weight - 650g
Charlie says: Great tyre for 29ers and touring bikes. Big air volume and awesome durabilty make these a classic tyre, capable both on and offroad. Fits 29er/touring/cyclocross 700c rims.
Schwalbe say... The legend. 25 years ago it was a quantum leap: The first high-quality tyre that functioned reliably in both everyday use and touring. With these characteristics it fast became Europe's most ridden tyre and it still is, even today. In the latest version with KevlarGuard and Allround Compound it inexorably achieves everything expected of a Marathon: Effective puncture protection, durability and excellent handling characteristics.
The Ultimate Expedition Tyre! An extremely versatile tread with a incomparable friction resistant rubber compound.
- Endurance compound.
- HD Ceramic puncture protection.
- 3M Scotchlite reflective trim.
sold individually
Charlie says: Since owning a Surly Cross check I have been hunting for a large volume, fast, light and grippy tyre. And here it is.
They not only hang in well on the dirt, and in the wet, they also look great.
They roll very very well
And the best bit is that they are seriously puncture resistant. I have put in thousands of miles on Marathons (Slicks, and the old XR) and have only ever had one puncture, which was a tack, kinda hard to avoid losing air with a small vertical nail.
Schwalbe say... Designed for expeditions and rough terrain. Only by riding this tyre can the easy rolling ability be believed. The light yet, at the same time, solid construction is made possible by the all around SnakeSkin fabric layer. A High Density belt protects against punctures and is made even more efficient in this latest version with the addition of ceramic coating. Additionally it has a Triple Nano Compound tread that ensures safe grip on wet roads, low rolling resistance and remarkable durability.
Priced individually.