Ok, I found it... Expensive though... They make a fatbike tire too in the
same pattern...
On Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 11:02:24 AM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote:
I'm also a huge fan of the ITS micro knobby on a 26 country bike for
gravel, dirt, pavement, etc. The reverse tread in the center
Dammit. I can't find them anywhere...sniffBww! I might have to try
the 2.25's... Or just say screw it and get some Maxxis crossmarks. ..
Seriously sad... How come it always goes like that? You finally find
something that works real well, and they discontinue it? Like the original
Hard Rock tires, you mean?
I think my sister has them on her Hard Rock bike that's only been ridden twice
or so, I think.
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I'm also a huge fan of the ITS micro knobby on a 26 country bike for
gravel, dirt, pavement, etc. The reverse tread in the center lets them
roll very fast. I like mine around 25-30 psi for gravel, and 30-35 psi for
pavement.
It looks like you can still get the MK3 in 26 x 2.25
I should order more micro knobbies, before they go away... Fear purchase
...lo
The proper term is defensive parts purchase. Been known to dabble in
this myself.
dougP
On Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 10:21:47 AM UTC-8, Clayton wrote:
Whenever a tire thread comes up, I have to chime in on
Whenever a tire thread comes up, I have to chime in on the Intense cycles
micro knobby. My favorite tire *ever* for the touring I do. It is very
light, wide (2.10 or so), and rolls like silk. Pump 'em up and they go
zoomy. Make 'em soft and they are very comfy off road. I like 'em more than
Hi Hugh,
I've used Compass 26x1.75 and Big Bens on my Hunqapillar. The Compass tires
are noticeably faster-- 40-min commute goes down to 35-min. (I have to stop
at lots of traffic lights, so maybe it's due to faster acceleration?)
I've used Compass and Big Bens about a year each in Boston-area
Great question, Hugh. If I ever decide my Holy Rollers are overkill for my
Atlantis (for longer rides), the Compass tires are what I have in the back
of my mind. Sounds like good reports so far.
Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas
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Jan's article on what he dubbed a 90% bicycle or something like that led
me to believe that he at least sees the need for a wider version of this
tire. I don't know if the demand is there for him to justify doing it
though.
On Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 12:32:50 PM UTC-6, Shoji
MIke, Erl, Rod, Aaron and Chris, thanks so far for the feedback.
I'm leaning towards the Compass as I'll be doing a long tour this Summer. I
originally figured the WTB All Terrains would be fine for mixed terrain
riding and they are but I'm rethinking the whole weight penalty thing these
I've just replaced some Big Bens on an older mountain-y bike with the
Compass tires. Only limited riding on them so far, but they've been
great. Maybe a bit quicker feeling then the BB's. Just eyeballing, but
they seem to be almost as poofy as the Hetres (not 26, I know) I have on
my Sam,
I'd certainly welcome (read, buy) a wider version of these tires. I'd also
go for an Extralight version (that might require a change to the tread,
however).
rod
On Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 2:51:54 PM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
Jan's article on what he dubbed a 90% bicycle or something
Hugh, if I come along on the tour this summer ( hopefully) I'm planning on
running the new Pasela 650B tires. While I love the Hetres, I prefer
something slightly sturdier for loaded touring, but prob. not as heavy as
the Schwalbes. The Pasela's with the thicker tread ( 700x37, 650Bx42, and
Mike,
I agree with you on the merits of a tire like the Pasela.
So your still in the if column? Was my description not enticing enough? I
suppose I could have added more flourishing descriptions. By the way there
will be logging roads up the West side of the Island.
~Hugh
On Jan 21, 2015 3:25
I like 'em. I have them on my LHT, and they are very good in mixed terrain.
Not flat-proof by any means, but are a comfier tire than the Marathon
Supremes they replaced. Seem to be reasonably long-wearing, as well.
Overall a very nice high-volume tire, but maybe not that much better than
My wife's Atlantis has a Compass 1.5 on the rear, and while she likes the
ride, does get the odd flat, but not often enough to be a worry. I picked
up a Pasela TG when her front was worn it seems pretty much the same tire
as far as the sidewalls ride. Having the belt it's heavier but it's
Hugh! I have had them on my Miyata for a year and change.
https://flic.kr/p/g6AE6C
I recall when I received them feeling let down initially (before riding) as
the tread seemed thick and very much like a normal Pasela. However, after
a few rides, I realized this took nothing away from the
Tangent: how about the Maxxis DTH?
Spotted locally here on a Riv'd-up MB-1:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/15154563141/
=- Joe Bunik
Walnut Creek, CA
On 1/21/15, Rod Holland rholland1...@gmail.com wrote:
I'd certainly welcome (read, buy) a wider version of these tires. I'd also
go
I run Compass 1.75 on one bike, 2.15 Big Ben's on another (how I ended up
with two 26 inch bikes is a long story). I run both on mixed terrain, with
good results. The Compass tires spin up faster, and I use them for day-long
rides (75+ miles) with a mix of pavement and trails. The Big Bens will
Hugh, another option is the 26 x 1.75 Pasela. The 1.75 model has beefier
tread than the thinner Pasela's and would do great for mixed terrain. The
TG model would be a great touring tire.
I've done quite a bit of off-road on the 700 x 37 version that has the
same heavier tread.
~mike
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