Semi Slicks for MTB!

[rodgy-dodge]

I'm looking to put some semi slicks on my MTB can any one recommend a make. Don't necessarily have to be the cheapest. I want a good sturdy hardwearing pair that will last me a good few miles.

 

[Kestevan]

Depends on how "semi" you need your slicks.

If your riding is almost entirely on-road then Schwalbe City Jets are cracking tyres, or Marathon/Marathon+ if you want seriously heavy puncture resistance (and seriously heavy tyres too).

If you want to retain a modest amount of off-road grip whilst still making tarmac less painfull then I think you would be hard pressedto beat Schwalbes Land-Cruiser range. They have a smooth raised centre tread thats ideal on tarmac, but retain enough "knoblyness" for decent grip on anything except in proper muddy conditions.

 

[rodgy-dodge]

Depends on how "semi" you need your slicks.

Mainly road with short cuts off road.

If your riding is almost entirely on-road then Schwalbe City Jets are cracking tyres, or Marathon/Marathon+ if you want seriously heavy puncture resistance (and seriously heavy tyres too).

The ' Schwalbe Marathon' Ones look pretty tough and I think reflected in the price I'll make a note of these
If you want to retain a modest amount of off-road grip whilst still making tarmac less painfull then I think you would be hard pressedto beat Schwalbes Land-Cruiser range. These look pretty good value for money too and on Chain Reaction Cycles.com they have a small discount off them too so I've bookmarked these. They have a smooth raised centre tread thats ideal on tarmac, but retain enough "knoblyness" for decent grip on anything except in proper muddy conditions. Am I right in believing that most of the drag comes from the rear wheel? could I get away with just changing this one for a semi slick and leave a fast knobbly on the front!?

 

[Globalti]

No, change them both.

 

[Alun]

Conti Travel Contact rolls well on tarmac, with some grip off road. Seems hardwearing as well, mine are 26 x 1.75 dont know if they do other sizes.

 

[DaveP]

I'm looking to put some semi slicks on my MTB can any one recommend a make. Don't necessarily have to be the cheapest. I want a good sturdy hardwearing pair that will last me a good few miles.

I put some Continental Sport Contacts on one bike with some Continental Town and Country's on the other.....

Sport Contacts dont look kinda right (but they work) whereas the T&C's 'look' a whole lot better...

No complaints from either if I am honest.....

 

[Ed Crane]

I have some Continental City Rides.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/C...e/5360008049/?referid=frogoog&source=googleps

Made a big difference to me. Makes me laugh when my mate, on knobbly's, is peddling like crazy to keep up while I'm freewheeling downhill.

Ed..

 

[semislickstick]

Schwalbe Hurricane. Kevlar puncture strip is good, reflective, pumped up its fast on tarmac and with knobblys on the side for grip off road. Not too pricey.
Wiggle and Chain reaction have buyer reviews that might be helpful too.

 

[jayonabike]

Specialized Armadillo Crossroads

http://www.evanscycles.com/products...illo-tyre-ec001839?query=crossroads armadillo

I have these on my MTB, great on roads and still enough grip off. No punctures since fitted over 1100 miles ago.

jay

 

[battered]

I have Michelins that are basically street tyres with a few diagonal sipes and a sharp shoulder, 26 x 1.5, grip OK in all but thick mud, roll very well, don't seem to wear at all in over 1000 miles, and are resistant to the punc**** fairy. I recently used them on an on/off road tour, they were great.

 

[rodgy-dodge]

Specialized Armadillo Crossroads

http://www.evanscycl...ads%20armadillo

I have these on my MTB, great on roads and still enough grip off. No punctures since fitted over 1100 miles ago.

jay

Like the look of these and my size and great star rating (Bookmarked)

 

[Mike!]

Scwalbe city jets or marathon plus, used both and they have been good!