The optimal competition tire. The star of the MTB scene is also the optimum choice for cyclo cross competition: Evo-carcass and triple compound tread for added grip and speed off-road. Also available as a tubular tire.
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/07/2009 - 7:05am.
I like this tire, but would really love to see it in a "Monster Cross" size. Schwalbe has such an extensive line of trekking tires, but not much to speak of in terms of a fast rolling, semi-knobby tire capable of light off road duty.
What are the odds of seeing it in a 700x42 or thereabouts? Would still be very much raceable (if it came in ~400 grams, and let you run pressure in the 40's with messing with tubeless/tubular), while even more fun/comfy on dirt roads, etc. Do it!
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 24/08/2008 - 7:11pm.
biked all over the alps this summer with racing ralphs. never had a mtb tire that came anywhere close in terms of rolling low resistance and still having traction and comfort. in my opinion by far the best tire for the back of a mountain bike. i prefer schwalbe nobby nic for the front, since they have better cornering and braking performance.
Monstercross RR is wanted
You should definitely look into 40c to 45c RR.
The MX market is drooling for a fast rolling, moderately knobby tire.
Bigger Size?
I like this tire, but would really love to see it in a "Monster Cross" size. Schwalbe has such an extensive line of trekking tires, but not much to speak of in terms of a fast rolling, semi-knobby tire capable of light off road duty.
What are the odds of seeing it in a 700x42 or thereabouts? Would still be very much raceable (if it came in ~400 grams, and let you run pressure in the 40's with messing with tubeless/tubular), while even more fun/comfy on dirt roads, etc. Do it!
Monster Cross Racing Ralph
I second that!
I would love to see a high volume racing ralph cross tire. the 700x45 range would make an awesome all summer trail capable cross tire.
I'd buy five, and I have several friends who would be equally stoked.
Please, Please, Pleeeease?!?!?
monster cross ralph
Third! But I want a 700x40 version. I can't fit a 45 on my speedvagen.
racing ralph
biked all over the alps this summer with racing ralphs. never had a mtb tire that came anywhere close in terms of rolling low resistance and still having traction and comfort. in my opinion by far the best tire for the back of a mountain bike. i prefer schwalbe nobby nic for the front, since they have better cornering and braking performance.