[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

['John Phillips' via RBW Owners Bunch]

   I have had good luck with Schwalbe Supremes & Almotions, tubed not 
tubeless. I have 55-622 Almotions on my Hunqapillar at the moment, but I 
haven't tried the very latest version of the Almotions with the Addix 
rubber.

John

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 7:06:52 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for 
> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon 
> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm 
> wondering if there is something better out there.
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Patrick Moore]

+ 1 for the Big Apples. They're not nearly as nice as the Big Ones I've
been using for a couple of years, but for such flat-resistant tires they
roll very well indeed. I used both the regular and the "LiteSkin" versions
with tubes and they were practically thornproof on dirt, and let only,
roughly, 1 thorn out of 20 penetrate on pavement. I'd come out of the
bosque with, literally, scores of thorns embedded in the tread, brush them
off, and ride home, and have no air loss after a day or several days.

One did feel the weight when pointing the bike uphill.

On Thu, Jun 11, 2020 at 8:34 AM Steven Sweedler  wrote:

> I would choose the largest Big Apples that fit. I tour on 26” x 2.35 and
> they  have been flat free (KOW)  Steve
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Steven Sweedler]

I would choose the largest Big Apples that fit. I tour on 26” x 2.35 and
they  have been flat free (KOW)  Steve

On Thu, Jun 11, 2020 at 10:25 AM Kurt Manley  wrote:

> I really liked 700x60 G-One speed tires when I had my Hunq. Rolled nice
> and I don't think I got any flats with them.
>
> On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 7:06:52 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote:
>>
>> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for
>> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon
>> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm
>> wondering if there is something better out there.
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Kurt Manley]

I really liked 700x60 G-One speed tires when I had my Hunq. Rolled nice and 
I don't think I got any flats with them.

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 7:06:52 PM UTC-7, Dave Grossman wrote:
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> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for 
> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon 
> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm 
> wondering if there is something better out there.
>
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Ginz]

I just mounted a set of Marathon Green Guard 26" x 2" on Sun CR-18 rims and 
they and they measure a disappointing 1.75", barely larger than my labeled 
26" x 1.75"s.  

I may sell them (mounted but unridden).  Maybe I should have gone Big Apple 
2" or 2.15"?

That said, I would look at the true specs of the Marathons and make sure 
you are getting the actual size you desire relative to the Big Bens.

Ginz

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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[ascpgh]

While comparing two different tires on a Hunq, I've been commuting on my 
Rambouillet while my Disc Trucker has been adjusted to and in use by a 
friend right now. The tires are hardly the only difference between the two 
but the Schwalbe Marathons (of who know what iteration other than the 
ebike-ready labelling) are dreadnoughts compared the the RH Stampede Pass 
ELs on the Ram. 

Pedalling and coasting ease of the light tires, over each centimeter 
travelled, is such a reward that I'll choose the penalty of puncture risk 
this time of year. Once I'm back to trudging through the darkness in the 
tunnel of my lights I'll remit to the other bike and it's 700 x 40 
Marathons, mostly because it has room under fender for my snow tires. I 
didn't have to mount them at all this last winter, so the jig may be up on 
that proposition.  Might have to part ways with that whole bike, buy some 
Steilacooms and call it a day.

Once I've had the joy of low rolling suppleness on my commute I've found 
myself very aware of the energy necessary to turn those "puncture 
resistant" tires and wheels. I won't even go into the simple and effective 
Racer brakes on the Ram. Another thread. 

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 6:20:46 AM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote:
>
> I like a marathon supreme on the rear (less than one flat per thousand 
> miles compared to four in a thousand miles on compass) and a compass on the 
> front (fronts rarely flat). 
> Going pretty well for a while now. 
> Trying not to jinx myself. 
>
> Edwin
> Nashville
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Joe Bernard]

True, Edwin, my comment can't possibly apply to every variation that moniker 
has been applied to. In the words of Neil Young, "Take my advice, don't listen 
to me." 路

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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Edwin W]

Joe,

I don't think my marathon supremes are bricks, so I went to see what 
Schwalbe offers and found so many marathons!! The heaviest Marathon plus 
MTB is listed at 1270g* per tire (how much does a brick weigh, anyway?), to 
the Marathon E plus (930g), Marathon Plus HS440 (900g), Marathon Plus Tour 
HS404 (890g), Marathn GT HS480, GT Tour HS 485, and GT 365 HS475 (all 
listed as 765g),  is your mind spinning yet, mine is, to the Marathon HS420 
(the original, 730g), Marathon Mondial HS 428 (570g), Marathon Almotion 
HS453 (500g), Marathon Almotion HS603 (490g), Marathon Racer HS429 (465g - 
called on their webpage the "lightest marathon," but apparently not in this 
size) and the Marathon Supreme HS469 (440g). 

Whew!! Who thinks that many models is a good idea

Liking my marathon supreme 50-622 640g evolution line, folding bead tire 
for the rear of my bike,

Edwin
Edwin

*all weights are for 35-622 ex the MTB doesn't have that size

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 3:20:35 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> For the OP, I've never used Big Bens to compare but Marathons are bricks. 
> They will get you through the post-apocalyptic dystopia without many flats, 
> but light and fun they are not. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[ANDREW ERMAN]

Marathon Plus tires are great on an E bike with a lot of power.

On Wed, Jun 10, 2020 at 1:20 PM Joe Bernard  wrote:

> For the OP, I've never used Big Bens to compare but Marathons are bricks.
> They will get you through the post-apocalyptic dystopia without many flats,
> but light and fun they are not.
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Joe Bernard]

For the OP, I've never used Big Bens to compare but Marathons are bricks. They 
will get you through the post-apocalyptic dystopia without many flats, but 
light and fun they are not. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Patrick Moore]

The Speed is undoubtedly, the version I want, and that's why I'd like to
know from the seller what model is being sold. I use the Speed equivalent
in my present Big Ones; wonderful.

On Wed, Jun 10, 2020 at 12:46 PM Fryfam  wrote:

> Have you looked at the Schwalbe G One Speed version? Love these light and
> supple tires (I use 35 and 38 widths); have yet to experience a flat.
> OneStar compound far superior ime:
> https://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/G-ONE_Speed
>
> On Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 11:20:32 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> Jonathan: If the OP doesn't want them, I may want them.
>>
>> Questions:
>>
>> 1. Are these 700C or 650B?
>>
>> 2. What model of G One are these? I am looking for the very lightest,
>> thinnest, most flat-prone model.
>>
>> 3. If 700C and lightest, and if you should consider selling to me, how
>> much would you want shipped to 87120?
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> Patrick Moore
>>
>> On Wed, Jun 10, 2020 at 11:18 AM Jonathan D.  wrote:
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>>> I have an unused pair of Schwalbe G ones, 60 mm if interested and they
>>> fit.
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Fryfam]

Have you looked at the Schwalbe G One Speed version? Love these light and 
supple tires (I use 35 and 38 widths); have yet to experience a flat. 
OneStar compound far superior ime: 
https://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/G-ONE_Speed

On Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 11:20:32 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Jonathan: If the OP doesn't want them, I may want them.
>
> Questions:
>
> 1. Are these 700C or 650B?
>
> 2. What model of G One are these? I am looking for the very lightest, 
> thinnest, most flat-prone model.
>
> 3. If 700C and lightest, and if you should consider selling to me, how 
> much would you want shipped to 87120?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Patrick Moore
>
> On Wed, Jun 10, 2020 at 11:18 AM Jonathan D.  > wrote:
>
>> I have an unused pair of Schwalbe G ones, 60 mm if interested and they 
>> fit. 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Patrick Moore]

Jonathan: If the OP doesn't want them, I may want them.

Questions:

1. Are these 700C or 650B?

2. What model of G One are these? I am looking for the very lightest,
thinnest, most flat-prone model.

3. If 700C and lightest, and if you should consider selling to me, how much
would you want shipped to 87120?

Thanks.

Patrick Moore

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> I have an unused pair of Schwalbe G ones, 60 mm if interested and they
> fit.
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Jonathan D.]

I have an unused pair of Schwalbe G ones, 60 mm if interested and they fit. 

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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Marc Irwin]

I did not enjoy Marathon's or Marathon Supreme's when I used them.  The 
Marathon's were heavy, slow and I had quite a few flats.  I think the Big 
Ben is the perfect tire for my Hunq to do anything I care to do, including 
commuting.


Marc

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 10:06:52 PM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for 
> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon 
> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm 
> wondering if there is something better out there.
>
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY)]

I love the Continental Sport Contact tire for commuting (what Riv calls the 
"basketball tire"), but I think the largest size is 700cx42. 

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 10:06:52 PM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for 
> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon 
> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm 
> wondering if there is something better out there.
>
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

['Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Sounds like Big Bens for the win!

With abandon,
Patrick

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 9:23:05 PM UTC-6, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I believe a 29er or 700c is known as a 28 in Europe.  As such, Schwalbe 
> designates their "29er" tires as "28"..
>
> I have liked them a lot actually.  I have used quite a few Schwalbe tires 
> over the years, including Marathon, Marathon Plus, Marathon Supreme, Big 
> Apple, Fat Frank, Kojack, Sammy Slicks, Thunder Burts, Big Ones.the 
> list goes on.  The Big Ben was up there with usual Schwalbe characteristics 
> of long lasting, great puncture protection, good grip, etc.  They aren't 
> the lightest tires, but this isn't a race bike either.
>
> I haven't purchased new tires in a few years so I am totally out of the 
> loop as to what is new.  I know the Rene Herse/Compass are all the rage but 
> I can't spend that much on tires.  
>
> As for my preferences, I most want a combination of decent weight, 
> puncture protection, and low rolling resistance.  
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Edwin W]

I like a marathon supreme on the rear (less than one flat per thousand miles 
compared to four in a thousand miles on compass) and a compass on the front 
(fronts rarely flat). 
Going pretty well for a while now. 
Trying not to jinx myself. 

Edwin
Nashville

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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Garth]

Dave,  For your use and considering you like the tires ... what's not 
broken can't be fixed.  



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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

[Dave Grossman]

I believe a 29er or 700c is known as a 28 in Europe.  As such, Schwalbe 
designates their "29er" tires as "28"..

I have liked them a lot actually.  I have used quite a few Schwalbe tires 
over the years, including Marathon, Marathon Plus, Marathon Supreme, Big 
Apple, Fat Frank, Kojack, Sammy Slicks, Thunder Burts, Big Ones.the 
list goes on.  The Big Ben was up there with usual Schwalbe characteristics 
of long lasting, great puncture protection, good grip, etc.  They aren't 
the lightest tires, but this isn't a race bike either.

I haven't purchased new tires in a few years so I am totally out of the 
loop as to what is new.  I know the Rene Herse/Compass are all the rage but 
I can't spend that much on tires.  

As for my preferences, I most want a combination of decent weight, puncture 
protection, and low rolling resistance.  


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[RBW] Re: Commuter Tire for Hunq

['Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Dave,

I presume you mean 29 (700) x 2? Have you liked your Big Bens?

You may want to be more specific in what is important to you (smooth, 
supple, or no flats ever as the two extreme examples). Folks here commute 
on Rene Hearse ELs, or the beefiest Schwalbe there is. Here is the dizzying 
array of Schalbe touring tires: 
https://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/road_tires

Of course, with Rene Herse's Endurence + tires, you can have better flat 
protection in a still quite supple tire.

Personally, I go with the most supple tire I can without needing to change 
more than 4 flats a year. So far that generally means 2 flats or less a 
year and the most supple tires. Now that I've written this and am 
aproaching needing to change out my rear tire I've doomed myself to a flat 
here soon. Grin.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at 8:06:52 PM UTC-6, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I want to replace the 28x2 Big Ben's on my Hunq.  I use it primarily for 
> errands and commuting right now.  I was debating getting a set of Marathon 
> Supremes.  As I haven't purchased "commuter" tires in a while, I'm 
> wondering if there is something better out there.
>
>

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