The Marathon Plus is little beefer than the Marathons but both are a great tires. Also the Dureme. We stock Schwalbe, in sizes for touring and commuting and are always willing to answer questions.
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02-05-2012, 07:44 AM #1
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02-05-2012, 08:20 AM #2
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Thank you all for your answers.
Sky King, I found the inflated size chart you linked very helpful.
It looks like the Marathon Plus would be perfect for the way I ride. How is the traction on wet asphalt and smooth packed dirt?Existence is empty, but I am full of myself.
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02-05-2012, 08:22 AM #3
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Mine have been fine on wet asphalt. I don't ride much on dirt so I can't say.
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02-05-2012, 12:42 PM #4
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DBF did a bunch of research on these as he wanted to order some for an event he will be doing. Here's what he said "You can't go wrong with Marathons. A heavier tire has a thicker tread which will be more puncture resistant. But I'd definitely recommend getting the ones with the reflective stripe on the sidewall."
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02-05-2012, 03:18 PM #5
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I have these tires on my bike. They're great and yes, durable.
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02-11-2012, 05:53 PM #6
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Bodhi - There is a significant weight difference between the Schwalbe Marathons and the Randonneurs. I recently had this exact same dilemma and finally opted for the Randonneurs. I really like them a lot too
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02-12-2012, 07:03 AM #7
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This is what I have too. My husband got them about 4 years ago for himself and just didn't get any flat tires and he rode 10's of thousands of miles a year. After I got 2 or 3 flats last year and noticed my sidewall was starting to peel (threads coming off) I switched too.
I love these tires they give me a lot more confidence on slick wet roads with lots of cracks and bumps.I like Bikes - Mimi
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02-12-2012, 05:28 PM #8
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Which one weighs less: the Randonneurs or the Marathons? Originally Posted by WindingRoad
Bodhi - There is a significant weight difference between the Schwalbe Marathons and the Randonneurs. I recently had this exact same dilemma and finally opted for the Randonneurs. I really like them a lot too
I'm quite happy with my Randonneurs and am only considering the Marathons because I hear so much about them.Existence is empty, but I am full of myself.
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