I need some new tyres, hybrid type so good on the road with minimal rolling resistance as well as a bit of tread for the off road bits, size 700c x 40 though could go to a 38 or 35 section.
Any recommendations in respect of tyres and also good value vendors?
Thanks.
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We have these on both our bikes, bought at Halfords. Not had a puncture and wear well, used on road and dirt cycle tracks.
www.wiggle.co.uk/schwalbe-marathon-reflective-kevlar-city-tyre/
Last edited by: Old Navy on Mon 4 Apr 11 at 11:09
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>> We have these on both our bikes, bought at Halfords.
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Didn't say that well, the tyres were bought a Halfords, so they stock them.
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>>>> www.wiggle.co.uk/schwalbe-marathon-reflective-kevlar-city-tyre/
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That is exactly the tyre I have just bought. Direct from Wiggle. Excellent service. IIRC next day delivery - free.
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>> IIRC next day delivery - free.
I think you have to pay extra for that, although you might be lucky.
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>> >> IIRC next day delivery - free.
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>> I think you have to pay extra for that, although you might be lucky.
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No. I did it the other way round, I opted for the free, 'slow' delivery. I was delighted to find the stuff arrived the next day (I think).
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I've used Wiggle in the past:
www.wiggle.co.uk/cycle/tyres/
They have a free (slow) delivery option. No problems on the couple of occasions I've had to return something.
No recommendations for brands - I usually go for the cheapest :)
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Another vote for marathons. Not the lightest tyres by a long chalk and a pain to fit (on account of their battleship construction).
They have however kept the p*nct*re fairy away from my Bromptons and my tourer for a very long time.
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>> Another vote for marathons.
Now you come to mention it, I think that's what I got last time, and that was quite a long time ago. So I'd recommend them as well.
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Whatever happened to Michelin World Tour?
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I run these Michelins on and off road. Never really think about the rolling resistance... I just pedal.
www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/News/photos/News-banner/Michelin-Wild-Grip%27R-Tyre.jpg
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>> I run these Michelins on and off road. Never really think about the rolling resistance...
>> I just pedal.
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>> www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/News/photos/News-banner/Michelin-Wild-Grip%27R-Tyre.jpg
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They would shake your fillings out, who, other than the people with a mountain on their route needs a mountain bike or tractor tyres?
Last edited by: Old Navy on Mon 4 Apr 11 at 12:32
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>>> who, other than the people with a mountain on their route needs a mountain bike or tractor tyres?
Just a habit from the many years spent cycling off-road in company of a horse & rider. They feel *normal* on the road to me and the moment you venture onto tracks come into their own.
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Thanks for the comments guys, I agree re the filling shakers ;-)
I have ordered some CST Selectas with Kevlar from Chain Reaction Cycles, a good deal, I will report back here.
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Bit late now Cheddar's ordered some but I've got some of these on my bike, they're good
www.wiggle.co.uk/continental-travel-contact-city-mtb-tyre-and-tube-set/
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I have fitted the CST Selectas, all seems well, smooth on the road though enough tread to make them suitable on the tracks.
A great deal from Chain Reaction Cycles, £7.98 each, these are with Kevlar, without Kevlar are £5.98 , special prices.
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Where do you get tyres for wheel barrows?
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>> Where do you get tyres for wheel barrows?
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Have you worn yours out? They come with a bit of tread ;-)
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LOL... No there cracking on the side walls and big splits so one day it will pop when i need it the most.
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A well known search engine shows plenty of suppliers, including many on a well known auction site.
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>> LOL... No there cracking on the side walls and big splits so one day it
>> will pop when i need it the most.
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Buy a solid one?
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Cycle tyres - Old Navy
