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yzedf Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
11/19/2025 9:28am
Shredda rear
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codahale Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
11/18/2025 3:01pm
Hey guys, quick question: the thumbs down button is for when someone doesn’t like the product I’ve turned into my whole personality, right?
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schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
10/15/2025 9:17am Two layers of Stans tape is a little generous for DT Swiss rims since they are typically bang-on with ETRTO spec. But otherwise nothing seems too off... For context, the kevlar bead cores used among all folding MTB tires gets plucked off a rack, and then gets folded into a casing execution (Gravity in this case). Then the blank gets...
schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
10/14/2025 9:29am Same rim for both? same tape? There is no difference between the bead core, and layup of the tires.
drakefan705 Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
10/10/2025 7:19am
Vital folks will literally screenshot pinkbike comments and still call it “the other site”
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schwalbai Added a reply to MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
10/2/2025 7:48am
JVP Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
9/19/2025 8:06am
If you want fast rolling with a good sidewall you could try a Schwalbe Wicked Will SuperTrail. The SuperTrail casing is more supportive than EXO+. It only comes in their SpeedGrip compound, which is firm and long lasting. Fun tire for all-day missions in the dry. I do wish they had it in Soft (aka not that soft).
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schwalbai Added a reply to MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
8/28/2025 10:02am Welp looks like my SH51 cleats are getting the CL-MT001 pedicure tonight courtesy of a angle grinder.
schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
8/12/2025 2:52pm If you are ok with 1150g, the 29x2.50 Albert Trail Pro Radial isn't far off at 1180g. A radial tire, even just at the front, would up the capability enough that you reconsider the importance of weight vs performance.
schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
8/12/2025 10:43am 29x2.40 Super Ground Mary (1040g) gets it 110g weight savings from the missing apex layer found in a Super Trail Mary (1150g). Otherwise they are identical. Apex helps to support sidewall in cornering, and mitigate snake bites mainly. I talked earlier in the thread about the 29x2.25 Mary having a 2:2:2 tread pattern. It's pretty fun and light (910g), and...
AndehM Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
8/12/2025 7:34am
It's almost like riders have different preferences in tires, ride different trails in different conditions, and have different skill levels.
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jma853 Liked a reply to forum topic ChatGPT + Bikes
7/25/2025 9:03am
Can't wait for the Butlerian Jihad to begin
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jasbushey Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
7/25/2025 8:54am
I think the flaw in that test is that they were all tested at the same PSI. It would be interesting to know how much puncture protection you gain from 1-5 PSI added to a tire. Since most people are running radials 3-5psi higher, you'd expect it to "even out" a bit the protection I'd guess, but hard to have definitive metrics on it.
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notanengineer Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
7/7/2025 11:18am
I had something similar that I noticed on a Schwalbe tire during install. I contacted them and they said its only cosmetic and doesn't affect performance. They also sent me a 50% discount code for anything on their website. Might be worth a try to warranty the tire.
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nedwind Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
6/5/2025 10:06am
Haven't seen any media on this but found it interesting that Shimano also released a battery-less self shifting electronic derailleur for commuting under the cues umbrella. https://bike.shimano.com/en-AU/technologies/details/qauto.html
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schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
5/28/2025 4:09pm If a 2:2:2 tread pattern is modern, then does that mean a 29x2.25 Magic Mary (snakeskin) was avante-garde?
ishouldridemore Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
5/28/2025 10:20am
Short and sweet; Wicked will As a front Tire - yes or no ?
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thresh Liked a reply to forum topic Tire chat (nerds only)
5/5/2025 8:24am
Do you think it could be improved if it gets a Radial treatment?
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ruebinator Liked a reply to forum topic MTB Tech Rumors and Innovation
4/21/2025 9:04am
Normal rack 4 bolts, S-Works rack 5 bolts.
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schwalbai Added a reply to Tire chat (nerds only)
4/18/2025 10:38am Don't know till you try! The Tacky Chan comes in the fast rolling/light weight Super Ground casing now. I've paired it with a Nobby Nic Super ground in the rear for a fast rolling aggressive combo.
