Crazy Tyre Facts! 3 Things You Didn't Know About MTB Tyres

[@gmbntech]

Did you know these facts?

[@gg.youlubeatube6249]

There are no facts in your vid. At 5:40 you intentionally blurred the tool, so even the tiny amount of possible fact has been removed.

[@jimwing.2178]

@@gg.youlubeatube6249 Yeah, they blurred her hand in the same shot. They are definitely trying to withhold the facts. They blurred the foreground grass @3:22 also. What are they trying to hide? And don't get me started on the background whenever Anna is in the picture! They certainly aren't fooling me. I know that forests are not that blurry. Oh my butt hurts so much because they used Vittoria tires instead of my favorite brand.

[@urielgonzalez9916]

Very interesting😮

[@krishollyman143]

I knew most of them ,but ive still no idea what kind of tyres I need for the best results on my local tracks in bristol ,

[@augustlandmesser1520]

Well, I could say that in this 9 minutes of your video learned about the tires more than in my previous 57 years of life. Please more content like this! 👍

[@BillyBoblovesthedirt]

This was a surprisingly informative video. I am a dirt bike geek and have been for 35 years. I have never seen a more informative explanation of tyre rubber than this. Awesome.

[@krusch75]

I know one fact. Maxxis cant use measuring devices. Their claim of 2.5 is honest brands 2.35-2.4.

[@stevemoon2136]

Anna always does such a great job.

[@ollien3359]

I just fitted some Vittoria Barzo to my daughter's new bike, the tan walls are gorgeous. Can't wait for the cold Melbourne winter to ease up so we can go out for a rip!

[@ShadLife]

Tire tech has definately come a long way. This is actually one of the places where I care about weight. So the lighter and more durable a tire can be is ideal. Riding regular singletrack on enduro or DH casing tires is miserable. So I always get the trail rated tires and they have worked out great for me all while allowing my bike to still feel snappy. I love the Vittoria Mazza tire, it's one of the best all around tires out there right now.

[@deanlowe2580]

Love Vittoria tyres, recently moved from Barzo to the more grippy and aggressive Syerra, it smashes out trails and jumps for days and still rolls amazingly well.

[@noke1785]

thanks to gmbntech i changed my tire support from conti to vittoria and i am just happy to tried something new - the barzo / mezcal combo in 2.35 is my choice & key to happiness

[@haminmohd60]

Always eyeing on that graphene sidewall but unsure whats the difference it would make and feel. Thank you for the info👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@stanmustard7292]

Tanwalls are nice and light, and look great, but don't expect them to last in the rocks. They get fuzzy after only a couple rides.

[@KlintonSilvey]

Had one last exactly 1/3 of a mile before an 1" gash 😅

[@YasinAchtAcht]

Tanwall tires are always lighter than their non-tanwall counterpart. Might be useful for the weight weenies out there

[@neilgoth1974]

I had fun riding a Mezcal and Barzo combo but what turned me off were the tanwalls and anthracite walls delaminating after a few months. Check photos online of those tires and you'll see the sidewall threads showing.

[@beerendan05]

I’m a big fan of the tan sidewalls (purely for aesthetic reasons). After this informative vid I’m more all in on the tan walls

[@Alex-bl6oi]

as a professional nerd, i appreciated this video! great info to know when selecting my next set of tires. It got me thinking though, seems like there could be an advantage to having a stiffer tire upfront with a more flexible tire in the rear. Stiffer upfront for punctures, flexible in the back for comfort is this a thing? That's for my single suspension bike, up front.

[@hallstewart]

Better tyre deformation reduces the up down movement of body and bike, ergo reduces energy loss and is therefore faster.

[@QoraxAudio]

That tan wall appearance looks so old fashioned. Reminds me of car tires that had light/white sidewalls that very easily disintegrated in sunlight...

[@gordonmarshall7743]

I was thinking how fantastic that bike looked, and you took the words right out of my mouth.😂

[@gregorytripodi6917]

very informative, thanks

[@jimwing.2178]

Vittoria is currently my favorite MTB tire brand. I tried a Mazza Trail on the front. I won't make that mistake again. The Mazza Trail has gray sidewalls. Vittoria calls it 'Anthracite'. I don't actually know how the gray sidewalls are made, but from my perspective, it sure seems like they simply painted tan tires with a thin coat of gray paint. The gray wore off quickly, leaving me with tan sidewalls, but I don't care about the color. However, just as quickly, the tan sidewalls became frayed and frizzy. Again, I don't care about the appearance, but I couldn't trust the tire when I could clearly see it disintegrating. Despite my concern, I left it on my bike and had no problems with it. I did replace it before I would have normally, judging by the condition of the tread. I put on a Mazza Enduro. They come in black sides only. It is heavier than the Mazza Trail, but to me the extra weight is worth the peace of mind.

[@matteotassone9578]

super techy and precise video for all us nerds!

[@Liamnel5on]

Another great vid from Ann

[@Velo1010]

My first and awesome 26” Trek hardtail had yellow tires. That got old after a few months. Took them off and sold them. Went back to just black tires.

[@Formula1875]

I had to pause the video at one point to stare at that bike girl!!! Dang it looks beautiful!!! I wonder why tire companies don’t use more colors on tires like those Onza porcupines that are all white! Colors would be cool for those of us that love to color coordinate and don’t really care about shredding the gnar so much. 😎

[@user-ou3cq1gk9m]

Hutchinson brown wall tyres for me, the Kracken with the griffus up front, fast spin up rears, wide grippy front.

[@Velo1010]

Specialized Ground Control, front and rear, for me.

[@speckdratz]

So this is an ad for Vittoria. Why not start with that? Graphene for puncture protection? LOL times ROFL. Let me quickly rub my tires with a pencil.

[@theshedMTB]

Great video as always, I think I’m gonna order myself a durometer. Do you like the Barzo tires?

[@a8f235]

Sticky tires is worth it no matter the level you're at because it's a matter of safety. Rolling resistance is more related to the thread pattern, so I'd say just get the sticky rubber, and then choose the thread you like.

[@DericO-rz3be]

Anna lovely explainer

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Vittoria "graphene" tires. Marketing bullshit? Sounds like another dirty tactic to justify higher prices.

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

If you have multiple bikes and forget some of them you can take a bit of latex based tires sealant like Cream 2 on a rag (put gloves on) just keep it moist with the sealant and wipe the tires you're not using often to prevent them from cracking and dry rotting. You'll thank me later...

[@blaze1148]

Can't beat Schwalbe for both road and off road 👍

[@user-ou3cq1gk9m]

Vitoria Tan walls look good but don’t last, side walls crumble like biscuit if so much as look at them too hard, but a very fast tyre for perfect conditions.

[@fra93ilgrande]

All black tires: 🗿🗿🗿🗿 Tan side tires: 🤪 Just got a pair of Continental Race King Protection 2.2 for my old 26er, some of the BEST tires I've ever had, for xc, their proprietary Black Chili compound is AMAZING

[@lucideuphoria7092]

I'm actually on them as of a few weeks ago as well...I got a 2.3 front and 2.2 rear on my old 2013 GT force LE as I use it for XC these days. Didn't think they'd hook up as well as they do based on the benign tread pattern. Only issue I have with them so far is the casing only measures 56mm for the 2.3 and 54mm for the 2.2 on my narrow 21c rims. Unassuming all rounder for sure.

[@markmoreno7295]

Don't forget that if you are like me and replace your tyres before they are completly wasted, to take your tyres to a local bike salvage yard where dedicated volunteers fix up old bikes and sell them for cheap, or sometimes give them away to those who cannot afford a bike. Anna? That could be a video on its own. I always take my "lightly" used tyres there. Especially just before winter when i like fresh tyres for their grip.

[@leon_brave_racing898]

i want to know even more about them

[@James-cs3hp]

This was on my feed this morning...and yesterday I got a flat/thorn...because tire are slick....now should I go tubeless..Chang to a harder compound...!? Iam lost in choices..lol Any idea 💡 would help!?

[@ChristianPareATLAS]

It depends on what you do. Lots of mountain biking tubeless can be good. If you just bike for fun buy a tube and go ride again after you fixed your bike. I personally use 45 pounds in the back and 40 on the front to prevent flats and destroying my rims. The type of tires depends on what you do

[@James-cs3hp]

@@ChristianPareATLAS ill keep that in mind....👍

[@53andME]

What size are those tires?

[@ivarkunila9228]

7k bike right there💪

[@lidarman2]

So Monty Python; "A tan-wall tyre has a wall that is tan..." 😆

[@stanley3647]

@gmbntech It is always "which is most desired feature" problem: 1. We like fat tyres for better grip and comfort, but narrow one are rolling faster. 2. We like light tyres, but heavier one give more protection. 3. We like chunky tread pattern for better offroad compatibility, but shallow give more speed. 4. We like soft compound for more grip, but hard one requied less effort while peddaling. It is not possible to have all. It is tricky, but i finally found best suit for me: Vittoria BARZO XC-Race 52-622... Offering most for my ridding style.

[@DandyHippo]

Not true. 2.8 is studied to be the fastest rolling tyre in mtb on basically any track. Plus size tyres just didnt catch the peoples intrest, and are less manoueverable but always the fastest unless your pedaling asphalt uphill.

[@blaze1148]

riding*

[@blaze1148]

_1. We like fat tyres for better grip and comfort, but narrow one are rolling faster._ - Dylan Johnson and _facts_ would disagree.

[@DandyHippo]

@@blaze1148 okay bro dylan is not a scientist there have been actual scientific studies done riding them not in theory

[@blaze1148]

@@DandyHippo Dylan maybe _not a scientist_ but he is sponsored so he 'hires' scientists - mainly at an Aerodynamics and _Rolling Resistance_ Lab so he makes conclusions from their findings.

[@DandyHippo]

I like nobby tires

[@billderas3420]

Guess I will have to use my brakes a little less to make up for not using tan-walled tires...Noooooooooooo! LOL

[@53andME]

Ots crazy how MTN bikers can trust every part on a bike 😮. I can't even trust my gears to change properly 😅

[@kingdomculture5743]

Anna - Hello! Question: I have a 180mm disc rotor that I want to put on my mountain bike, but I am not sure if I should mount it to the front or the back. What would you recommend? Presently, I have 160mm on both tires, and I also know I will need an adapter to use the 180mm. But what is best - front or back? By the way, this was one of the clearest videos ever!

[@peggz223]

Bike mechanic here: Best to put that rotor on the front wheel. When braking, body weight is transferred to the front of the bike, having more ‘braking leverage’ by upgrading the rotor on the wheel that’s being loaded with more weight when braking is always the best option. Squeeze just the front brake when off the bike and push forward, and your rear end will lift (lots of grip!). Squeeze just the rear brake and push, and your bike will drag the rear tire along (not much grip at all…). Increasing rotor diameter on the wheel that looses grip when braking doesn’t make sense.

[@kingdomculture5743]

@@peggz223 Thanks mate!

[@Canyonisnotgooddotcom]

Something you might not know about Canyon is that they don't carry spares of their own proprietary parts so if something proprietary breaks you'll be left without a bike indefinitely even though it cost you thousands of dollars

[@braincloud1]

What kind of parts?

[@TheUntypicals]

Bike tyre technology is changing so fast...

[@jonm7272]

For all the skinflints out there, don't believe the claims that you have to use 'tubeless ready' tyres to run tubeless, Anna mentioned that tyres have to be latex lined to work with the sealant. It's just not true, my cheapskate hybrid commuter bike is running dirt cheap, definitely not tubeless ready Halfords mtb tyres happily with Muc-off sealant. They've been on there for over a year and a few 1000kms now and have never lost any air. Similarly I've been running Schwalbe Smart Sam's on my wife's ebike tubeless for over 3 years no with no problems, apparently Smart Sam's are not tubeless compatible.

[@darrellchinnery]

I like your jacket

[@tmill2001]

I can't wait until my skinwall tires wear out so I can get blackwall ones....

[@NewPolishScientist]

Greenwall tire!

[@geekworld5443]

Everyone now buying Vittoria tyres.

[@smithandshortdogs]

Knew the last 2....

[@billskolnik4908]

I hate tan wall/white wall tires with a passion. I also hate white cycling shoes.

[@user-rg8hs5in3z]

@billskolnik4908 couldn't agree more especially the white shoes

[@RyTudor-wo3fo]

I get that I hatted them then I bought a dj with them and I still hate them lol

[@marnig9185]

Or White sneakers with white midsoles or white Jeans in a thunderstorm😂

[@LaurentiusTriarius]

I'm currently wearing my white iXS trigger FF with my white Troy Lee gloves all dressed in white, I'm taking my white hardtail with white accents and tan sidewall. I'm so XC the roadies are scared 🫣😂🤣 Absolutely not. I'm always in black except for the white trigger FF, black helmets are so hot in the summer 😂

[@mray8519]

Whoa, sounding like a hater. 😅

[@Poiuytrewq-m7e]

Isn’t Graphene carcinogenic. Nice promotion!

[@semadragun]

Your tyres look awesome...i want some now...he. 😎😋

[@Bob_Shy_132]

See ya later geek! Lol

[@hair2050]

Ann always gets a thumbs down 👎. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@jonm7272]

Incel

[@Rickyfryfry]

Why the condescending title, though? It's completely unnecessary.

[@DanielMorris766126]

TIRE*

[@tom6493]

@@DanielMorris766126 TYRE* 🇬🇧

[@jonm7272]

TYRE*

[@DanielMorris766126]

@@jonm7272 tire2 /ˈtī(ə)r/ noun a rubber covering, typically inflated or surrounding an inflated inner tube, placed around a wheel to form a flexible contact with the road.