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Review by Chump CyclesNo flats in cross country rideby Chump CyclesCycling EnthusiastAbingdon, VA5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.I purchased the 700x32 size of these tires last year for a ride across the nation on the Northern Tier route. The tires easily handled my fully loaded touring bike, rolled with surprising ease, and handled very nicely. They handled some of my training miles and the 4,226 mile ride across the nation without a single flat. I love these tires. Don't be afraid of their weight if you are in the market for a reliable touring tire that doesn't ride like a brick!
Reviewed 12/11/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Chump Cycles was helpful/No, review by Chump Cycles was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I purchased the 700x32 size of these tires last year for a ride across the nation on the Northern Tier route. The tires easily handled my fully loaded touring bike, rolled with surprising ease, and handled very nicely. They handled some of my training miles and the 4,226 mile ride across the nation without a single flat. I love these tires. Don't be afraid of their weight if you are in the market for a reliable touring tire that doesn't ride like a brick!
Review by Lapswimmer1952I have cycled least 3-5,000 miles a year since 1983. The best tire I have ever ridden--the gold standard!!!by Lapswimmer1952Cycling EnthusiastSpring Lake, New Jersey 07762I use these tires for road riding because I am 67yrs. old & consider myself a bike fanatic. I raced into my 30's but crashes almost took away my passion. The Schwalbe Marathon Plus (HS440) has raised my enthusiasm to new hights. These tires represent the best in cycling technology.
Reviewed 7/25/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Lapswimmer1952 was helpful/No, review by Lapswimmer1952 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use these tires for road riding because I am 67yrs. old & consider myself a bike fanatic. I raced into my 30's but crashes almost took away my passion. The Schwalbe Marathon Plus (HS440) has raised my enthusiasm to new hights. These tires represent the best in cycling technology.
Review by VA RideGreat value, excellent roller, durable tire.by VA RideCycling EnthusiastFairfax, VA2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I mostly train for tours and, of course, tour-ride, so a little extra weight to avoid a flat is a fair trade. No flats with Schwalbe tires in over 3,000 touring miles. in the interest of full disclosure about 2,500 miles road touring, about 500 miles off-road touring on two (2) different bikes.
Reviewed 1/16/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by VA Ride was helpful/No, review by VA Ride was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I mostly train for tours and, of course, tour-ride, so a little extra weight to avoid a flat is a fair trade. No flats with Schwalbe tires in over 3,000 touring miles. in the interest of full disclosure about 2,500 miles road touring, about 500 miles off-road touring on two (2) different bikes.
Review by RoddyMy Favorite tiresby RoddyDaily CommuterPortland,OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Absolutely LOVE the Schwalbe Marathons. Been using them for years, biking at least 10 miles per day in every sort of weather on commute, and have had only 1 flat tire in all that time. Usually swap them out every 6-8 months to keep things fresh on the tread but never hesitate to purchase these over and over again. Western Bikeworks recommenced them to me probably 6-7 years ago and have continued to go back to them bc of the trust, reliability, and expertise in recommendations.
Reviewed 1/13/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Roddy was helpful/No, review by Roddy was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Absolutely LOVE the Schwalbe Marathons. Been using them for years, biking at least 10 miles per day in every sort of weather on commute, and have had only 1 flat tire in all that time. Usually swap them out every 6-8 months to keep things fresh on the tread but never hesitate to purchase these over and over again. Western Bikeworks recommenced them to me probably 6-7 years ago and have continued to go back to them bc of the trust, reliability, and expertise in recommendations.
Review by rkdGreat balance of price and qualityby rkdCasual CyclistPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I bought these to replace my knobby stock tires that came on my Giant Roam hybrid bike, hoping they'd make commuting a bit easier.
Really impressed with the quality, very durable feeling rubber that should last for years and many miles.
They weren't that difficult to get on, and definitely improved my ride.
The tread is nice and deep-grooved for the rain, but I haven't been out much yet in bad weather to put to the test.
Definitely recommend these!
Reviewed 6/21/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by rkd was helpful/No, review by rkd was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I bought these to replace my knobby stock tires that came on my Giant Roam hybrid bike, hoping they'd make commuting a bit easier.
Really impressed with the quality, very durable feeling rubber that should last for years and many miles.
They weren't that difficult to get on, and definitely improved my ride.
The tread is nice and deep-grooved for the rain, but I haven't been out much yet in bad weather to put to the test.
Definitely recommend these!
Review by JMillotHighly recommend based on initial impressionby JMillotCasual CyclistWestern Massachusetts1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I ride two bikes throughout the year...a Road Bike and a Hybrid which is the bike these are installed on. Weather permitting, I will generally ride 25-30 miles three times a week. Puncture resistance is the most important thing to me. Although I've only put a couple hundred miles on them, I am very happy so far. I like the way they handle and based on reviews, I should be happy with their puncture resistance qualities. I also installed puncture resistant tubes for added protection. Let's not forget their looks. Very sharp!
Reviewed 6/4/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JMillot was helpful/No, review by JMillot was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I ride two bikes throughout the year...a Road Bike and a Hybrid which is the bike these are installed on. Weather permitting, I will generally ride 25-30 miles three times a week. Puncture resistance is the most important thing to me. Although I've only put a couple hundred miles on them, I am very happy so far. I like the way they handle and based on reviews, I should be happy with their puncture resistance qualities. I also installed puncture resistant tubes for added protection. Let's not forget their looks. Very sharp!
Review by flhsteveGood quality tire that is flat resistant.by flhsteveThese are tires I always use.
Reviewed 6/7/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by flhsteve was helpful/No, review by flhsteve was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These are tires I always use.
Review by TriggerKeep them doggies rollinby TriggerNC0 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Good tires. They're black and round with a hole in the middle. Arrived just in time
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Reviewed 6/2/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Trigger was helpful/No, review by Trigger was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Good tires. They're black and round with a hole in the middle. Arrived just in time
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Review by JayExcellant tiresby JaymilwaukeeFit on wheels exactly
Reviewed 5/7/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jay was helpful/No, review by Jay was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Fit on wheels exactly
Review by BabarhachiDurable Tires No Flats after 1,500 Milesby BabarhachiCycling EnthusiastAlameda, CAThis is my second pair of Schwalbe Marathon Plus for a second bike. The first pair are on a Salsa Fargo which were used on a trip down the Pacific Coast from Vancouver to San Diego. BTW, we carried 6lbs of gear on the front forks and 10lb panniers in the rear. We rode 1,500 miles without any flats and is no visible wear and tare on the tires. They are grippy in the rain and on cornering descents. They roll nicely on packed dirt roads (fire roads) but a little slippery over wet rocks. These tires are certainly durable and I was amazed that we did not get any flats on the entire trip. Be aware that the tires are very difficult to put on a wheel and they are heavy (possibly due to the thickness of the tire). Perhaps once stretched out they will be less difficult to remove. I would recommend these tires for touring and commuting.
Reviewed 4/12/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Babarhachi was helpful/No, review by Babarhachi was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is my second pair of Schwalbe Marathon Plus for a second bike. The first pair are on a Salsa Fargo which were used on a trip down the Pacific Coast from Vancouver to San Diego. BTW, we carried 6lbs of gear on the front forks and 10lb panniers in the rear. We rode 1,500 miles without any flats and is no visible wear and tare on the tires. They are grippy in the rain and on cornering descents. They roll nicely on packed dirt roads (fire roads) but a little slippery over wet rocks. These tires are certainly durable and I was amazed that we did not get any flats on the entire trip. Be aware that the tires are very difficult to put on a wheel and they are heavy (possibly due to the thickness of the tire). Perhaps once stretched out they will be less difficult to remove. I would recommend these tires for touring and commuting.
Review by KSThe most robust against punctureby KSDaily CommuterPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This is buying assurance of no flat. The rolling resistance is the trade-off, based on my 2000 miles of experience between the Marathon Plus and the Supreme (better rolling for sure).
Reviewed 3/12/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by KS was helpful/No, review by KS was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is buying assurance of no flat. The rolling resistance is the trade-off, based on my 2000 miles of experience between the Marathon Plus and the Supreme (better rolling for sure).
Review by Daily commuterRock Solidby Daily commuterSacramento 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This review may be premature, so my mind could easily change in 6 months... So far I have around 500 angry street miles on the tires. This means they have punished by glass, metal, nails you think it theyve traveled over it. And, I havent had a single flat! Not even a nick or cut on the tires. I really couldnt be more impressed by the lack of wear and bulletproof build. When rolling, they arent a super speed demon on the trails, but I dont feel like they are costing me more energy or resistance either, kind of a middle of the pack roller, which is pretty good considering how puncture resistant they are. I ridden through snow, hail, ice, gravel, mud, and rain with these tires and so far I have been impressed by how they navigate the more extreme terrains. But my only mark against the tires is how they turn at higher speeds. Maybe it the heavy steel bike with the fully loaded front panniers, but lets just say it can be dicey at best. Even with that said, I still really like these tires and would definitely buy them again. Well only if they reach 3,000 miles, hoping for 5,000...
Reviewed 3/14/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Daily commuter was helpful/No, review by Daily commuter was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This review may be premature, so my mind could easily change in 6 months... So far I have around 500 angry street miles on the tires. This means they have punished by glass, metal, nails you think it theyve traveled over it. And, I havent had a single flat! Not even a nick or cut on the tires. I really couldnt be more impressed by the lack of wear and bulletproof build. When rolling, they arent a super speed demon on the trails, but I dont feel like they are costing me more energy or resistance either, kind of a middle of the pack roller, which is pretty good considering how puncture resistant they are. I ridden through snow, hail, ice, gravel, mud, and rain with these tires and so far I have been impressed by how they navigate the more extreme terrains. But my only mark against the tires is how they turn at higher speeds. Maybe it the heavy steel bike with the fully loaded front panniers, but lets just say it can be dicey at best. Even with that said, I still really like these tires and would definitely buy them again. Well only if they reach 3,000 miles, hoping for 5,000...
Review by AnonymousThis is one great product. I see that it stands up for it's claim. Been biking same route everyday and no flats compared to my former tires.by AnonymousSeattle, WashintonI like the reflective strip...it really visibly bright when lighted upon. Tires really deters road pinchers. Siding walls are tough too.
Reviewed 3/8/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I like the reflective strip...it really visibly bright when lighted upon. Tires really deters road pinchers. Siding walls are tough too.
Review by jwGreat tire for Ohio winters.by jwDaily CommuterNorth Central OhioGreat for winter riding, on our country roads in Ohio they mix fine limestone with salt to spread on snowy roads. These limestone are super sharp, thanks to the puncture resistance I have yet to have a flat. They do have enough rolling resistance that I will be installing smooth tires for the summer.
Reviewed 2/12/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by jw was helpful/No, review by jw was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great for winter riding, on our country roads in Ohio they mix fine limestone with salt to spread on snowy roads. These limestone are super sharp, thanks to the puncture resistance I have yet to have a flat. They do have enough rolling resistance that I will be installing smooth tires for the summer.
Review by AnonymousThe one to beat by Anonymousnew england 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This tire has been at the top of its game for some time now. It is super puncture resistant my last pair was flat free for 3000 miles. The rolling resistance is surprisingly good can find the testing to prove it on line. I have moved up one size from 32 to 35 on my touring bike and it is now excellent for unpaved surfaces as well. And not as hard to initially install as many say it is. Not inexpensive but worth it for the trouble free performance.
Reviewed 2/5/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This tire has been at the top of its game for some time now. It is super puncture resistant my last pair was flat free for 3000 miles. The rolling resistance is surprisingly good can find the testing to prove it on line. I have moved up one size from 32 to 35 on my touring bike and it is now excellent for unpaved surfaces as well. And not as hard to initially install as many say it is. Not inexpensive but worth it for the trouble free performance.
Review by AnonymousSo far so good. by Anonymous0 of 2 customers found this review helpful. No flats on small pea gravel. I need to get the tire to a mechanic to check to see if the tire is defective. At high speeds I can see the tire wobble.
Reviewed 1/29/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
No flats on small pea gravel. I need to get the tire to a mechanic to check to see if the tire is defective. At high speeds I can see the tire wobble.
Review by Trekkie Good option for a gravel ride. by Trekkie Cycling EnthusiastKS. A bit heavier then I expected but Im not getting flats either.
Reviewed 1/22/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Trekkie was helpful/No, review by Trekkie was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
A bit heavier then I expected but Im not getting flats either.
Review by AnonymousThe best for commutingby AnonymousGreat! Durable. Dependable. Love the reflective sidewalls for winter commutes. And they dont roll half bad
Reviewed 11/23/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great! Durable. Dependable. Love the reflective sidewalls for winter commutes. And they dont roll half bad
Review by CoopDeVilleA Fight Worth Havingby CoopDeVilleKnoxvilleI can't say I ever strugled so hard with a tire as i did with these to get them on... boy, i am really happy I did tbough. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broke glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.
Reviewed 10/12/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by CoopDeVille was helpful/No, review by CoopDeVille was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I can't say I ever strugled so hard with a tire as i did with these to get them on... boy, i am really happy I did tbough. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broke glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.
Review by CoopDeVilleWell Worth the Struggleby CoopDeVilleKnoxvilleI can't say I ever struggled so hard getting a tire on as i did with these. That said, i am really happy I didn't give up. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broken glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.
Reviewed 10/13/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by CoopDeVille was helpful/No, review by CoopDeVille was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I can't say I ever struggled so hard getting a tire on as i did with these. That said, i am really happy I didn't give up. The tires are wide for 25s and really provide a great ride. Only a couple hundred miles but I have crossed broken glass on the shoulder and some sharp gravel washout without issue. The reflective strip also provides a sense of comfort.