Why I’m swapping my tried and tested Shwalbe Marathon tyres for the Continental Urban Contacts. Also removing the Marathons and fitting the Continentals is shown in detail.
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@2Bikes4Adventure3 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to your long term review on the Continental Urban
@normhanson9813 жыл бұрын
Terry , thanks , changed my marathons on my Brompton to tannus solid tyres , great acquisition. No danger of any punctures whatsoever.
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
Yes that’ll definitely work!
@lren20223 жыл бұрын
Thank you Terry, for the review. You've now got me scrambling for the Continentals; as I don't feel safe on my Schwalbe Marathon Racers at 100psi. Had a bad fall once; and even on dry surface, the rear has a tendency to skid even when braking gently. So, yes, I've seen good reviews on the Continental Urbans. Your review seals the deal for me. 👍 I'm also looking for a replacement hand pump. Your review on the Decathlon handpump looks plausible - though your struggle to get to 100psi makes me want to continue the search for a better alternative with a pressure gauge. LOL.
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
The Decathlon pump is good if you’re on a budget, the go to pump otherwise I seems to be from Lezane, sorry I don’t remember the exact pump
@harrypressman23 жыл бұрын
I use the Lezyne Micro Floor Drive HP Pump. Make sure its the HP(high pressure) and not the HV(high volume). It takes me 55 hand pumps to deliver 100lbs.
@colinwellman94803 жыл бұрын
That's interesting, I used Schwalbe Landcruiser tyres for years then about 7 years ago I started to get problems with splits in the sidewall. Tyres that would normally last me nearly two years (around 10000 miles) would be US in half the miles. I stayed with Schwalbe but went over to Marathons and have been very pleased with them. My old bike is heavy anyway so weight wasn't considered. Rose bikes had an offer on two Continental tyres for a very good price. I've fitted one to the front and so far it seems fine, certainly easier to get on and off. I had to buy a set of metal tyre levers for the Marathons, the plastic ones just broke. I've done around 4000 miles on the Continental and there is only slight wear. I'll be interested how yours stand up to the challenges of a small wheel. Thanks for sharing.
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment. I’ve done several hundred miles on them now, some heavily laden for touring,. They definitely roll better and no punctures to date.
@Flyingramses3 жыл бұрын
Stressed me out watching you do that on a glass table . . . .great video though, thanks 😅😎
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Stressed the wife more than a little 😂😂
@Biking3603 жыл бұрын
I've had loads of punctures with Schwalbe Marathons. I got so sick of it so took them off my touring bike and switched them over to another bike. I'll never use them again and I'm not impressed. I'm interested to know how you get on with the Continentals. Look forward to an update in the future. Stay safe. Jay
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jay, I’ll definitely do an update when I’ve got some miles on them
@fender1000100 Жыл бұрын
What on earth are you riding over to get loads of punctures with Marathon plus tyres. I've been running Schwalbe Durano racegaurd 20x1.1 tyres on my folder for 2 years. And had only 3 punctures in that time. Including a 13 month run without one. That said. I only ride on the road. And avoid the gutter. No curb hopping. Or riding over sharp edged potholes either. I always carry two spare nutrak inner tubes with me. And the Duranos are relatively easy to change. 10 to 15 minutes. And they roll like a dream and have decent grip even in the wet. Weighing in at only 230 grams each.
@Biking360 Жыл бұрын
@@fender1000100 I was riding Schwalbe Marathon Green Guard. Not the Plus.
@davidhale15683 жыл бұрын
I was a bit concerned your glass table top was going to shatter!
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
So was the wife when she saw the video!
@davidhale15683 жыл бұрын
@@terrysallbikes am guessing your in trouble 🤣
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
You could say that👍😂😂😂
@Yonex3332 жыл бұрын
@@terrysallbikes Its probably tempered glass, so its ok ;). Once i've tried to brake one from an old table, and believe me it was EXTREMLY difficult to brake it! Nice video!
@john38922 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Very useful and informative. I use Bromptons a lot, including long foreign tours. Experience has taught me to fit Marathon Plus to avoid punctures. Almost, but not quite, foolproof. Changing rear inner tubes on a Brompton under a blazing sun, or in pouring rain, is no fun. However, there is a big weight and rolling resistance penalty, which is gruelling on a long two week tour. I tend now to use Marathon Racer on the front, particularly as they are easier to remove and refit by comparison with the Marathon Plus. But these Continental Urban tyres do well in comparison tests and reviews, apparently outperforming the Racer on most counts. I will give them a try. Can you give us your review of the Contis after nearly 18 months use?
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
The tyres have been excellent no punctures so far it’s the longest I’ve gone without one!
@cristicismelaru3361 Жыл бұрын
Hi Terry, how is it running in the rain? I'm thinking of changing my bicycle tires. I ride it in a city where it rains most of time...
@terrysallbikes Жыл бұрын
Hi, I would say they are slightly better than the Shwalbes
@cristicismelaru3361 Жыл бұрын
@@terrysallbikes yeah, I already replaced them a few days ago. I really like more then my old CST Metropolitan Palmbay. It runs smooth and fast. The weak point is in the sandy areas, but I overlook thes.
@pertzian.sounds2 жыл бұрын
hi, so what can you say about contact urban tyre after year?
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
Going great, I’ve worked them hard, no punctures and a long term review coming soon
@stephenchoy5622 жыл бұрын
I used Marathon plus 1.65 on my Birdy, I use this size as I think wider is safer but it is slippy on wet road.
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree however it’s not possible to fit those on my bike
@tomc88542 жыл бұрын
Curious to see how you like these tires . Like you I do occasionally take unpaved roads . Have the marathon pluses now. Wondering if these might have a smother ride and still be somewhat puncture resistant.
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
They’ve been great no punctures so far 🤞
@MichaelSim2912 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! How’s the tyres holding up? Would love to see a video on it! Thanks!
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
Yes they’ve been great and that long term review will be coming up very soon
@MichaelSim2912 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply! I just bought them. 😊
@john3892 Жыл бұрын
I wonder if you can update us on the Conti tyres. Are you still puncture-free? I recently fitted them to my touring Brompton, partly on your recommendation. Thanks
@terrysallbikes Жыл бұрын
Hi, yes still flat free and coming up to 2 years now, longest I’ve gone without a flat on the Brompton
@sheilastallard3 жыл бұрын
Nice one Terry!!
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@kanikasingh8892 жыл бұрын
Any suggestions which is a good bet for snow?
@terrysallbikes2 жыл бұрын
We have very little snow here so I’ve not used either in snow, sorry can’t help with this one.
@kanikasingh8892 жыл бұрын
@@terrysallbikes ok
@robyates6793 жыл бұрын
Nice hedge.
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’ll tell the wife!
@realhass3 жыл бұрын
good choice but my ocd kicked in when I see wheel on the glass table.
@terrysallbikes3 жыл бұрын
Yes the table was an oversight it will take me a while to make up for!
@terryalmeida2 жыл бұрын
Hi Terry, how are these holding up compared to the Urban?