RockCoach Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Looking at the pictures of the tyres, I'm also inclined to the new Nobby and that WTB. Like my current Nobby, the Onza looks to have a dead spot, which has cause me to wash out on two occasions so far. The all or nothing into a corner is not inspiring when you tired! @ Robo I'm assuming you have stock of both, at the shop in 26"? Might stop by this weekend to have a closer look at them before deciding! In 26" have the following (all tough sidewalls):Onza Canis FR (R640)Onza Ibex FR (R620)Conti Mtn King 2.2 (R750)WTB Bronson (R560) I have not ridden with the Onzas yet but they get good reviews so keen to give them a go on my Pyga. Some people say that the Bronson has that dead spot when you lean it halfway but I haven't experienced it myself. Bear in mind I rode them for two years so did put in the effort to find the pressure sweet spot for my weight.
marko35s Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I've read some reviews on it, and I don't think it's suitable for gauteng's dry conditions. It looks to have amazing grip, but more designed for loamy soil than our dry hard pack.It gripped like crazy all through the dry summer at Tokai on sand, dusty soil, loose rock etc. I don't think dry conditions would be a problem at all. Capricorn, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem and NukeproofPeanut 3
Capricorn Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 (edited) spot on Mark. fit once, ride everywhere. just wears faster on the harder surfaces. Edited March 10, 2015 by Capricorn Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 1
Mawbs Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 can definately confirm the new NN doesnt break away on hard surface at all . Did good 50k plus on it Sunday and even a 2bar it stuck no problem. Next time out im going to drop pressure a bit as well. Only thing left to see is how long it lasts. Capricorn 1
s14phoenix Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 can definately confirm the new NN doesnt break away on hard surface at all . Did good 50k plus on it Sunday and even a 2bar it stuck no problem. Next time out im going to drop pressure a bit as well. Only thing left to see is how long it lasts. Was wondering how you where doing with them... Good feedback. We need a hardcore review of some of the tyres of choice - really pushing them Dear Hub review... how about a head2head shootout of the top rear tyre choices for and top front tyre choices but in typical South African conditions. I cannot see it has been done really anywhere... pretty please... nonky and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2
Cookie88 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Hi Guys, I have read through the last couple of threads but there doesn't seem to be a consensus. I currently running tubeless on my Epic with S-Works Fast Track 2.0" Tubeless Ready Tyres which have been okay. I had Crossmarks on my old BMC which were bullet proof but from this thread the consensus seems to suffer in wet and muddy conditions. I ride predominantly in the Cape, so Tokai, Jonkers (when they are not burning ) and Durbanville. Would it be worth swapping out the S-Works tyres, and if so what combination would be best?
Hairy Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Hi Guys, I have read through the last couple of threads but there doesn't seem to be a consensus. I currently running tubeless on my Epic with S-Works Fast Track 2.0" Tubeless Ready Tyres which have been okay. I had Crossmarks on my old BMC which were bullet proof but from this thread the consensus seems to suffer in wet and muddy conditions. I ride predominantly in the Cape, so Tokai, Jonkers (when they are not burning ) and Durbanville. Would it be worth swapping out the S-Works tyres, and if so what combination would be best? Just to clarify 1. are you looking to get more grippy / tougher tyres on the Epic in order to ride trails harder?2. are you looking for a XC or Marathon type tyre that will be tougher than the skinny S-Verks tyres?3. what are you pre-requisites? Cookie88 and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 Magic Mary super gravity trailstar front, rock razor super gravity trailstar rear s14phoenix, Cookie88 and BaltazarMarques 3
Cookie88 Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 (edited) Just to clarify 1. are you looking to get more grippy / tougher tyres on the Epic in order to ride trails harder?2. are you looking for a XC or Marathon type tyre that will be tougher than the skinny S-Verks tyres?3. what are you pre-requisites? 1. Yes, a tyre that will give me peace of mind and minimal hassles! 2. I am doing a couple of stage races this year - so something marathon like would probably be appropriate although! Reliability is important - I enjoyed the Crossmarks because I never had one hassle! No other real pre-requisites, other than not breaking the bank but that might be wishful thinking! What are your thoughts El Capitan and Hairy? Edited March 10, 2015 by Cookie4934
Hairy Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 2.25" Ardent's LUST on the front with either the Crossmark (not my first choice) or better yet a Saguaro 2.2" on the rear. Cookie88 1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 1. Yes, a tyre that will give me peace of mind and minimal hassles! 2. I am doing a couple of stage races this year - so something marathon like would probably be appropriate although! Reliability is important - I enjoyed the Crossmarks because I never had one hassle! No other real pre-requisites, other than not breaking the bank but that might be wishful thinking! What are your thoughts El Capitan and Hairy?I'm biaased to Schwalbe. So for me it'll be what I said, regardless of what you ride If you want something lighter, Nobby Nic / Racing Ralph combo. But they must be snakeskin. However - I always come back to the Super gravity casings. Those mothers are STRONG!!! s14phoenix 1
Hairy Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I'm biaased to Schwalbe. So for me it'll be what I said, regardless of what you ride If you want something lighter, Nobby Nic / Racing Ralph combo. But they must be snakeskin. However - I always come back to the Super gravity casings. Those mothers are STRONG!!!you missed the magic word ... marathon (in a AM tyre thread) s14phoenix, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem and Capricorn 3
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 you missed the magic word ... marathon (in a AM tyre thread) hence Nobby / Racing Or if you HAVE to have lighter than that, Rocket / Racing on wiiide rims. s14phoenix 1
s14phoenix Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I have honestly not had a slashed snakeskin ...yet ...but I do like the Shwabbly rubbers... they don't slip off when I ride hard.
nonky Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I've had Conti knobblies tear off on tyres which have never seen the road. Even though I stock them I'm not a fan. I might try the Onza Ibex as my next front tyre but the dual ply WTB Wolverines are superb on the rear in dry conditions. Still waiting for stock of the dual ply Trailboss....I'll second that the WTB Wolverines are superb tyres.
RockCoach Posted March 10, 2015 Posted March 10, 2015 I'll second that the WTB Wolverines are superb tyres. I was asked to bring a handful of them to Hakahana this weekend after a few guys killed their tyres in practice on Saturday. Didn't hear of any which had a problem on race day. nonky 1
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