This tyres features: GreenGuard. The highly elastic, India rubber layer is 3mm thick. Other manufacturers call such a tyre "Plus". However, Green is not just the colour, but also the philosophy: One third of the GreenGuard is made up of recycled latex products. "Anti-Ageing". The completely new sidewall construction can withstand for much longer the typical cracking resulting from overloading due to insufficient inflation pressure. Also the new Endurance Compound substantially increases durability. E-Bike Ready. The new Marathon has been designed for use on all types of E-Bikes. The following sizes bear the ECE75 mark, suitable for the use on faster, up to 50kph E-Bikes.
The spikes work best on ice when running at minimum pressure, while at maximum pressure the tyres can be ridden on ice-free roads with minimal road noise. Spikes F&Q's Can it also be ridden on a normal road? Without any problem, but if the road is only rarely covered with snow the resulting tyre noise may prove annoying. And it won't slide out in cornering? No. The spikes 'claw' really well into normal asphalt roads and even fast cornering is not a problem. Aren't spikes illegal? Bike tyre spikes are no problem. Only motor vehicles spikes are prohibited in some countries, because they damage the road. Fast E-bikes are however considered motor vehicles. Do the tyres have to be run in? In order to ensure that spikes are permanently fixed, tyres should be run in for about 25 miles on asphalt, while avoiding any fast acceleration or heavy braking. What is the lifespan of the spikes? All Schwalbe spikes have a core made of extremely hard wearing tungsten carbide, so they can cover a few thousand miles. It is normal for the spike edges to round off and for them to become more deeply embedded.
The spikes work best on ice when running at minimum pressure, while at maximum pressure the tyres can be ridden on ice-free roads with minimal road noise. In order to ensure that spikes are permanently fixed, tyres should be run in for about 40km on asphalt, while avoiding any fast acceleration or heavy braking. SMARTGUARD FLAT-LESS The safest puncture belt for bicycle tyres. Unbeatable for more than 15 years. It has proved itself in practice more than any other tyre. Only tyres with SmartGuard are real flat-less tyres. Spikes F&Q's Can it also be ridden on a normal road? Without any problem, but if the road is only rarely covered with snow the resulting tyre noise may prove annoying. And it won't slide out in cornering? No. The spikes 'claw' really well into normal asphalt roads and even fast cornering is not a problem. Aren't spikes illegal? Bike tyre spikes are no problem. Only motor vehicles spikes are prohibited in some countries, because they damage the road. Fast E-bikes are however considered motor vehicles. Do the tyres have to be run in? In order to ensure that spikes are permanently fixed, tyres should be run in for about 25 miles on asphalt, while avoiding any fast acceleration or heavy braking. What is the lifespan of the spikes? All Schwalbe spikes have a core made of extremely hard-wearing tungsten carbide, so they can cover a few thousand miles. It is normal for the spike edges to round off and for them to become more deeply embedded.
SmartGuard The most efficient protection belt there is for bike tyres, in other words: flatless. Solid, 5 mm thick layer of highly flexible special rubber provides permanent protection also in the case of embedded objects. Even thumbtacks are no problem for this tyre. Improved Rolling resistance The patented, 5 mm thick SmartGuard layer, when compared to all generic products, has a significant advantage in rolling resistance. We further extended its lead in the latest version. Also in the SmartGuard, we now use a proportion of recycled rubber from old latex products. "Anti-aging" side wall It now lasts much longer before developing unsightly cracks when subjected to use with too low air pressure.
The Scott Contessa 20 Rigid Bike is a truly functional bike for smaller riders with Scott s classic trendy Contessa look. Disc brakes will help little racers stop in no time while the 7-speed Shimano drivetrain helps them get up steep hills. Kenda Booster tyres provide ample grip on and off road.Frame JR20 Rigid Disc AlloyRigid Fork / ISShimano Tourney 7 Speed gearsTektro Disc BrakesKenda Booster tyresSize Chart:
Introducing the Contessa 24 Rigid Kids bike from Scott. The perfect bike to help kids take their riding to the next level. Featuring powerful disc brakes for superb stopping power in any conditions, an 8 speed Shimano drivetrain for smooth and reliable shifting and Kenda tyres that provide awesome grip on or off road. Size Chart:
**Please Note** The cut off date for ordering bikes for delivery before Christmas is the close of business on Friday 16th December. The bike must be in stock at the time the order is placed. Thank you.The Scott Scale 24 Rigid is their truly functional bike for kids who like a race inspired style. It features an impressive build kit with an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain, disc brakes for powerful all-season stopping power and super grippy Kenda boosters tyres that inspire confidence.JR24 Rigid Disc Alloy FrameRigid Fork / ISShimano Tourney 8 Speed drivetrainTektro Disc BrakesKenda Booster tyresSize Chart:
The SCOTT Contessa 20 Rigid Fork has our classic trendy Contessa look, as well as a very low standover height.
The SCOTT Scale 24 Rigid is our truly functional bike for kids who like a race inspired style.
The SCOTT Contessa 24 has our classic trendy Contessa look and disc brakes for improved stopping power.
Vittoria's Randonneur is their most popular semi-slick tread for urban city riding and touring. With a fast-rolling design with subtle siping for wet weather use, the Randonneur features a Solid Shielding puncture protection layer and a reflective sidewall stripe to help improve visibility.The ideal tyre for city riding and touringFast rolling semi-slick, siped tread design grips well even in wet conditionsIncredibly durable construction is hard wearing and puncture resistant perfect for clocking up the milesReflective sidewall strip improves visibility in all-conditionsWith a semi-slick tread design with subtle siping to improve grip in wet conditions, the Randonneur is perfect for urban city commuting and touring. The single compound rubber is incredibly durable and combined with the Solid Shielding puncture protection layer, you'll have a tyre that can easily withstand the rigours of a hard life and will help you clock up the miles without any fuss. The reflective sidewall strip also helps improve visibility in all conditions, further improving their effectiveness for commuting. If you want a tough, fast-rolling tyre for a tough urban environment or are setting on doing some serious mileage touring, the Randonneur is the perfect choice.
Vittoria's Randonneur is their most popular semi-slick tread for urban city riding and touring. With a fast-rolling design with subtle siping for wet weather use, the Randonneur features a Solid Shielding puncture protection layer and a reflective sidewall stripe to help improve visibility.The ideal tyre for city riding and touringFast rolling semi-slick, siped tread design grips well even in wet conditionsIncredibly durable construction is hard wearing and puncture resistant perfect for clocking up the milesReflective sidewall strip improves visibility in all-conditionsWith a semi-slick tread design with subtle siping to improve grip in wet conditions, the Randonneur is perfect for urban city commuting and touring. The single compound rubber is incredibly durable and combined with the Solid Shielding puncture protection layer, you'll have a tyre that can easily withstand the rigours of a hard life and will help you clock up the miles without any fuss. The reflective sidewall strip also helps improve visibility in all conditions, further improving their effectiveness for commuting. If you want a tough, fast-rolling tyre for a tough urban environment or are setting on doing some serious mileage touring, the Randonneur is the perfect choice.