How much improvement do you see in the riding speed, when compared to knobby MTB tires?
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They roll smoother for sure, I like them for mostly street riding, with ample pressure they're great, no noticeable increase in rolling resistance, noticeably softer ride.
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Hi Brian! I just bought myself the KickPed which has the same exact wheels as the Know-Ped (i.e. made by the same manufacturer "Go-Ped")... And yes, I have experienced very much the same as you just said... The fat rubber tires do make for a much slower ride... And much more effort is needed to kick scoot this baby... But, definitely alot of fun just the same! I too have been looking at the Xootr MG for more speed/distance with less effort... Let us know how that one works out for you, please... Looking forward to your update! Thanks!
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I think they are surprisingly fast on pavement. They also perform well in gravel and on fire trails. Mud I doubt, and cornering in wet pavement is not great. Grass is no problem, and sticks no problem i would think. They are versatile in my opinion, but its not a mountain bike tire nor a road tire, its in the middle ground, good at many things but not great at 1. Hope that helps.
156615
This bike has mountain tires... 2.5 inch... the 29 inch tires give it a more comfortable ride... for off road I suggest the tubless kit... good luck.
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Both sizes will work great, Just depends on how wide of a tire you want. I prefer the 2.1 since I am a larger guy. I sink less in mud with wider tires but it does seem to increase the rolling resistance on paved surfaces. Both sizes are so close that it won't matter much. By the way I like the Kenda K850 aggressive MTB a lot for the money. There are better tires but I like really these in this price point and would not hesitate to recommend them for a 26" mountain bike. Good luck
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Hi Hungryman, others may correct me, but I've rode both and while the skinnier of the two *may* a wee bit faster I'd opt for the 700X25 for the greater handling and comfort. In fact, my evolution of being an enthusiast rider for 10+ years has led me to choose nothing skinnier than 700X28 tires -- on wheels big enough to accept them, of course. Forgive me pointing out the obvious, but the right tire for you also depends largely on your size, your bike, your level of experience and your kind of riding (commuting, going for speed or going for distance, pavement, gravel, etc.)
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Unfortunately, I have not seen a noticeable drop in MPG. However, these tires ride very well, handling is smooth, and the look is quite aggressive as all terrain types should be. I hope this helps. Feel free to ask anything else about these if you wish.
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Decent. The stock tires are a harder rubber compound, so there is not as much traction as you wound like, but knobby enough to make it fun.
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Hey Will, just wondering if you bought this bike and successfully put 32's on the bike? I just saw my friends tires and 23's are way too skinny! Not to mention I'd bet you'd feel EVERY piece of dirt. I'd like to know before I commit.
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Box size is appx 6x4x4 in IIRC as tires are folded. Appx 35% faster on street than knobbies when set to 80 PSI. In the dirt they do slip a bit on climbs at 35 PSI. On wet trails these Schwalbes are a tad, ah, exciting at speed -- that's the downside vs. knobbies. If your riding is > 70% on the road, these tyres are xlnt.
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I think the tires are great. If you ride them under the standard air pressure 100psi. Any tire well ware fast..
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I've owned both, used for MTB. Like someone said before, different design on tire gauge, and frankly the MTB version is easier to read. both are great, but the road morph broke on me. MTB version is beefier and def more appropriate for MTB, probably because of the volume required for the significantly fatter tires. You're just pumping a lot more. It's a bit heavier...but it's awesome. you'll *almost* be stoked for a flat!
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I replaced a tire on my grandsons bmx with it. Same size. The tread is different, more for road/concrete than dirt. Hope this helps.
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Sure. Shouldn't be much of a comfort difference. I ride 32s now, and even those are alright with a loaded bike.
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I've been riding mine for about a month with the tires at about 90-95psi with no problems. I saw the comments about blow outs and kept it a little lower for safety's sake.
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10 ply but not as stiff as Goodyear or Bfg's. I might buy another set. They might not be as smooth riding as other mud chucker's but for the price I can live with that no problem. The rubber feels soft but is wearing longer than I anticipated. Deep tread too and no flats or leaky tires. I drive about 1/3 of my miles on dirt/rock logging roads.
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They seem more of a road tire. I'm sure they'll work, but not as aggressive or thick as a mtn bike tire.