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Review on 🏁 SCHWALBE Thunder Burt: Race-Ready Folding Bead Tire with Enhanced Guard by Antonio Taveras

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Significantly reduces unsprung masses

There were some fitment issues as the soft and light nature of the compound caused creases when folded and the creases prevented the tire from expanding properly when inflated. Had to take the tire to my local bike shop to have them use their compressor to adjust. If I then sit down and add more air, it will collapse overnight. Finally I pumped it up to 50psi with more sealant and put it in place with my floor pump. But don't let my experience fool you. It is one of the fastest tires with minimal rolling resistance. I'm riding hard here in dry Southern California; This tire is able to maintain a faster clamp for longer periods of time. Don't spend a lot of money trying to lighten your bike before adding a significant amount of unsprung weight to this tire. I ride it in the back and the bigger Racing Ralphs in the front. This combination eliminates the front wheel washout that would normally result in wasted mud.

Pros
  • Easy to assemble
Cons
  • There are even more interesting options.