Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700 x 28c (28-622) Wire Bead Tyre with Smartguard and Reflective Sidewall

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A few of our other favourites that we spotted when researching Schwalbe Marathon Plus Road Tyre included, The Schwalbe Marathon Plus MTB model offers the same high-level puncture protection and robust construction as other versions, but features two aggressive tread patterns for maximum traction on hard and soft terrain. Credit: Ralf Bohle GmbH My Experience With the Schwalbe Marathon Plus Original Tire Testing Details Do not attempt installation without watching the Spa video unless you're made of tyre levers. I was two Bromptons and a Pedro down before resorting to YouTube.

Schwalbe Marathon Plus SmartGuard Tyre, Black/Reflective

NOTE: Grip test data is only available on tires tested after November 2018. You can find more information about our grip test here: Introducing Grip Testing Static Grip Test Results Although the Marathon Plus lineup is often at the top of many cyclists’ lists, several popular competitors could provide just as much performance value, depending on your preferences. These include similar traits like puncture resistance, minimal rolling resistance, and broad functionality: Model The Schwalbe Marathon Plus offers some extra puncture resistance over the Marathon (GreenGuard), at the cost of a 20% (4 - 6 watts) higher rolling resistance and a 170 grams higher weight per tire. I think that sums up the biggest differences in a concise manner. It comes down to personal preferences and usage conditions whether you like the Marathon or the Marathon Plus better.The flat-less tyre. Schwalbe's best selling model. The most puncture resistant pneumatic tyre there is. In addition to the superior puncture protection it features many hidden values:

Schwalbe Marathon Plus Rolling Resistance Review Schwalbe Marathon Plus Rolling Resistance Review

E-BIKE READY. Due to its great properties Marathon Plus is an ideal choice for E-Bikes (E-25). The main sizes are approved and tested for E-bikes up to 50 km/h.

Recycling - Also in the SmartGuard, Schwable use a proportion of recycled rubber from old latex products. However, the 4-Seasons are not available as mountain bike tires. Even if you’re solely interested in 700C sizes, they still offer far fewer selections than pretty much every other competitor in the table. RECYCLING. Also in the SmartGuard, we use a proportion of recycled C50rubber from old latex products.

Marathon vs Marathon Plus - Cycling UK Forum Marathon vs Marathon Plus - Cycling UK Forum

NOTE: As of 2021, we've improved the puncture resistance tests and now provide 'Total Puncture Score' as the main puncture resistance indicator.To put those 5 watts in perspective, a touring cyclist might average very roughly 100 watts. So the Plus tyres absorb an extra twentieth or so of your total pedalling power versus the standard Marathons. Brucey wrote:IIRC the current marathon is slightly lighter, slightly faster, slightly less puncture resistant vs the 'Plus'.