+1 on both points though I do have M+ tyres on all my regular commuters, as I don't want to see any time savings eaten up by puncture repair time. The slippiness is a bit of a concern at times but I've learned to be even more vigilant about avoiding drain covers etc in the wet than usual.Even the pressure of the tyres
I don't like marathon plus tyres, found them incredibly slippery but ymmv
Go to Pearsons in Sutton. I don't think their east sheen store does hybridsOh well.
Evans Cycle are just horrible!
I ordered the bike from Wimbledon yesterday, and ask them to also change the tyres to Marathon ones. Advice in the shop was good, and the shop is very large and nice.
Called today to confirm, and they said the bike would be delivered with stock tyres, and I would need to order the tyres separately, and come back later on...
Checked online and they don't have the Marathon tyres in stock anyway, so they couldn't have done what was agreed.
I told them to cancel the order, they said it can't be done on the phone. Luckily, only paid a deposit anyway.
I went to the Kingston shop instead. Shop is crowded, loud music, and nobody seems to be older than 20, nor specifically motivated either.
Told them I wanted the bike and new tyres, and was happy to pay for everything now, so that I could collect the bike ready to go. The guy (half asleep) took three attempts to locate the right bike on his system, and then ordered incompatible tyres (not 700c), and the bike in the wrong size... Will cancel the order tomorrow.
I am done with Evans Cycles, and will locate an independent dealer instead in the area...
Why not just leave the stock tyres on? I've never had an issue for a lot of miles
Good point. However, I have read that the Marathon tyres have very rigid walls, and therefore are not the easiest tyres to put on, even for people used to it.Or you can do it yourself, good practice
True mine were fitted by the LBS where I bought the tyresGood point. However, I have read that the Marathon tyres have very rigid walls, and therefore are not the easiest tyres to put on, even for people used to it.
I've never had a particular issue with Marathons even 18 inch green guards (just under M+ in the solidity stakes) nor brand new winters. Even if there is something in the notion of them being beggars to fit, if you look upon it as good practice then once you can do marathons you can do anything. Changing tyres is a basic skill really, worth getting to grips with, its potentially a long walk or expensive taxi ride if you get caught out away from civilisation.Good point. However, I have read that the Marathon tyres have very rigid walls, and therefore are not the easiest tyres to put on, even for people used to it.
Don't think they sell Trek? Specialized, Giant?It sounds like you live quite close to me so you should give Moores Cycles a try.they are on the Kingston road about half a mile past Hampton Wick train station.Its my LBS and they are always very helpful.