How To Make Your MTB A Better Commuter | Commuting On A Mountain Bike

[@fcbikes758]

When you live in a third world country, like mine(Philippines), a Mountain Bike is almost a must. Our roads have a lot of "features" where you will be thankful that you have a suspension to dampen those bumps.

[@husain7849]

i love how you described bumps and potholes as features

[@seafoodpizza]

The pot holes are also a feature in the UK, trust me.

[@Alejandro-du6vq]

same dude

[@69sound81]

Come to México and ride on our roads. You will certainly feel at home.

[@angelicasamson9612]

Definitely agree. Our roads here in the Philippines are instant "trail" rides. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@thomasleete864]

I commute to work 5 days a week. I lock out the front of my hardtails suspension and bring a spare t shirt with me so I'm not sweaty all day. The best part though is the cycle back home when the day hasnt been the best or a bit long. - That ride home always helps me feel a bit better :)

[@nedrider]

Im the same. Cheers bro 👌

[@Big_Boss92]

As a noob, why do you lock out your suspension? ✍️

[@dangernba]

​@@Big_Boss92 For increased efficiency (only for good terrain).

[@Big_Boss92]

@@dangernba thanks mate

[@chrisfarnsworth7474]

When cycling back from work, I turned a 4.6 mile trip into a 9.2 mile trip through the local parks and scenic route. Added an extra hour on my commute, but for health benefits and my own mental health, just taking that extra time for myself has helped over the last couple of months. If I plan a route, I don't care how long it takes me to get home, if I can bypass any incline hills/ roads, with woods, then the wife knows I'll microwave my tea when I eventually get home lol.

[@62adam_h26]

I ride a downhill bike to school every day and that is a work out 😂

[@Paulklampeeps]

And with dh tires? 😂😂

[@62adam_h26]

@@Paulklampeeps yep 😂

[@olas701]

My man is coming tired but is coming with STYLE. Please say that you go to the school with the DH helmet

[@62adam_h26]

@@olas701 nope I ride with my open face on! but I might wear my full face one day😂

[@joellewis759]

@@62adam_h26 that would be sick! 😂

[@qui-gonjinn4239]

I only have an xc hardtail which I've made more trail friendly, actually the perfect workhorse for all round riding. Absolutely love it!

[@chelarestelar]

same. i also got a hardtail, and changed to wider tubeless tires just to have that extra grip and peace of mind. by rising tire pressure and seat height, perfect for city commute. lower seat and somewhat lower pressure, perfect for trail

[@khepin]

My commute goes from my bedroom to my home office and requires 2 laps on the trails around home. Obviously.

[@cancer8343]

Commuting on an expensive mtb is a luxury, I try to commute on cheap bikes

[@vtwl24]

😅

[@emersontaylor5892]

Same here my man! Marin rift zone for the hills and a crappy voodoo for work!

[@katsaras1]

I'm cummuting on a free bike a friend gave me even if it's a horrible bike.. I'm telling you friend, I've never been worried for bike thieves ahaha

[@geemail369]

Not everyone has the spare space to house a second bike.

[@emersontaylor5892]

@@geemail369 bollocks to that ive got the worst 3x6 rotten shed going and i still manage to get 3 bikes (1 isnt mine) and all my kit in there

[@connorslawson5315]

I live 13 miles from my work, all downhill, and when I’m lucky enough to not have a closing shift I’ll bike there. I can take singletrack about 2/3 of the way there and then I just have to plop my bike on the city bus and ride all the way back up after work.

[@Kingtrollface259]

2 things will automatically improve a mtb for road use , 1. set your seat high enough . 2. Set your staring stem as high as it will go or replace for a longer one. The reason for this is trail or dirt riding your mostly standing ,whereas commuting is about comfort so you can concentrate on traffic This makes riding effortless and comfortable

[@markusilomaki8922]

Bought a used XC 29er, changed the fork to a rigid one and added grips with bar ends. Perfect commuter!

[@ianmwaura5601]

This is it the creme Del a creme of commuting I'm riding the same setup to school daily and it's fast on the flats and descents on tarmac Africa Sun in the sky it's epic

[@markusilomaki8922]

@@ianmwaura5601 No africa sun here. It was -10 celcius this morning riding to work, studded tyres front and back 😀

[@jacpetchjones2206]

Love how Martyn’s glasses change colour as well as the screen 👍😂😎

[@alanmtbuk]

Normally I take a direct on the road route to work but use the trails to get home

[@Middleagerookie]

When I worked in San Francisco I would have a couple route options that would either allow for a dirt detour or the quicker street option. Both routes I would pair with a ferry ride to get across the bay. Also I would often commute one way and break it up between 2 days. Drive the bike and a change of clothes on day 1. Leave the car and clothes and ride home. Next day ride back in to a set of fresh clothes. No pack needed

[@jahen65]

I commute a couple of times every week... in the summer mostly on my road bike but when it’s on the MTB I have a shortcut leading me on gravel roads and just passing a very nice track with some good black sections 😁👍

[@johanhagberg1367]

I have a 9 km ride to work, and I ride my Kona Unit X. The large tires are perfect for all the detours needed when there are road works everywhere, and for the snowy roads in the winter time. We have showers at work and shoe shelves, so I've left a towel and shoes at work, and use handlebar bags and a frame bag. My laptop fits in one of the handlebar bags, and i wrap some clothes around it to keep it safe.

[@brendontaylor7420]

I ride to work most weekdays on my MTB. I have a road bike but find the MTB much more fun and versatile, (I can vary my route by taking stair options), even though it's a bit slower. The MTB also has tubeless tires and the road bike doesn't and I find when it rains while I'm on the road bike you can almost guarantee I'll get a puncture because the tires get sticky when wet and pick up the rubbish on the shoulder of the road.

[@joellewis759]

The best way to commute = Fabio Wibmer's Urban Freeride. 😎

[@xm4rux]

1:00 I live in a big city and have been riding my MTB to work for 15 years. One of my experiences is that the bigger the studs the fewer the flats. There is so much sharp and pointy stuff on the side of the road. Other tyres are rather unsuitable.

[@geemail369]

🤓 Best thing about commuting to work on my bike: the ride _back home!_ Talking getting a few extra miles in?! *THAT'S* where they at! No requirement to get home, battling traffic, and switch clothes first - start riding the very moment work's over!!! 🙌🏻

[@better.better]

frame bags for the win... the less you carry on your body the better, especially when you're talking about keeping the sweat down. not only bring a change of clothes and shoes but also deodorant, travel bottle of shampoo and a microfiber shop cloth (or a backpackers towel if you have longer hair). this way you can always wash up in the sink if you don't have a shower at the office. I also keep extra socks at the office in case I get caught in the rain. there's nothing worse than putting your dry foot into a sopping wet shoe... this way you've got some socks to absorb the moisture out so the shoes can hopefully dry out during the day. my 45 Nrth boots a waterproof but if I'm wearing shorts the water can run down my leg and into my boots. fortunately they have an insert that I can take out which allows them to dry out much quicker

[@gmbn]

Great tips!

[@djsercy5879]

I use my singular bike, a 2019 Trek Marlin 4 that I've been working on. I use XC oriented tires at about 40-44psi and have a basket and rack mounted to the rear because the bike allows for that. On a hard tail, you can also get a compatible removable kickstand if that's something you want

[@ryeroda8371]

Done a 12mi cycle to work. A mix of gravel, tarmac and pretty cool cycle lanes down NCR4

[@melisaartemis]

Actually commuted on my mtb to work to CUT my distance and time to work. Bikes can go through places where cars wouldn't be able to and MTB provides the versatility of going up and down hills (and stairs)

[@apm9507]

Thanks for making this video for me and all the other cycling commuters! We appreciate it!

[@J33P4D00R]

I have my Salsa Beargrease carbon that I commute year round on in Montana. It's light nimble and I can haul even a hand truck home with it. Then when the snow comes, and it comes I just keep on trekking. Thanks to all the community foot paths I have a nice 5 mile ride to and from work through street gravel double and single track and I get snow and summer variants. Bike commuting it the way to go!

[@GrafRamolo]

I go to my work on my enduro, sadly I have only one interesting hill, but I can keep my bike in my workshop since I'm the owner and I can clean it or work on it in my work time :P

[@gmbn]

Nice!

[@nedgroots533]

Love your guys videos. You guys sre one of the few channels that got me really into riding and kept me moving. Great videos and great content. Keep it up.

[@gmbn]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@elanorfairbairn]

Agree,they have inspired me and helped me overcome a lot of fears

[@Vivicect0r]

Running a 27.5+ trail hardtail as my commuter now. Rigid narrow tire bikes are a no-go for Russian city (ok, you can ride them but only summer and in some parts you'll wish you had suspension). Some forest trails are smoother then unrepaired pavements. Also, 27.5+ can take much more punishment and cope with my weight better. Normal MTB wheels... Got tired of changing the spokes. Also, the winter. When snow it all around, roads are only cleaned enough for cars to go and pavements are not cleaned at all, you do want those low gear ratios and wide tires. Yea, riding bike at -30C is still fun!

[@adityasubhedar9556]

I think commuting on mtb is safer than road or hybrid bike , especially for Indians , basically indian roads are asphalt trails . Wider and treaded tyres give more grip , suspension helps in abdorbing potholes and footpaths and disc brakes make it easier to modular stopping in rain and mud.

[@youtoobrx4]

Anyone who has put a front wheel into a tram track like I have, would agree.

[@babayega1717]

You guys should remake this video. Nothing wrong with it per se, actually the opposite. Its a great idea and great value content. There's a lot more you can include, and provide some specific examples for fast rolling mtb tires (size and compound aspects as well). I would personally recommend anyone who's commuting with their MTB to try the Hutchinson Python 3 or the Goodyear PEAK. Having a tire like that is a GAME CHANGER. Video quality will also benefit alot from a re-shoot, and the video may end up picking up a lot more videos now that this is a somewhat trending topic with all the low cost entry level modes that , Scott,Trek, Canondale e.t.c have started putting out at a lower price

[@Thereisnosp00000n]

I commute 30km 5 days a week on a Giant Iguana hardtail steel frame with a Marzocchi Bomber fork. Only the frame remains as I've changed every component over the years. Built the wheels on STX RC hubs with Japanese Araya rims on which I have Conti Race King (Puregrip on the back and Black Chili on the front.) For being MTB tires they work very well on asphalt. I will ride that bike until the frame breaks in half, love it to bits!

[@markymarknj]

For a commuting tire, I can't recommend Continental's Contact City Plus tires enough! They're a good replacement for the classic Town & Country tires they made for decades.

[@cstrike105]

Great. Add a carrier. Bike bag. From mtb to cargo bike

[@coolbananas1803]

Bought a 2nd hardtail so converted the old one into my commuter. Remote lockout fork, road tires and pannier rack is all you need to have an awesome knock-a-bout road bike.

[@MattFromWork]

I use slick gravel tires on my streetfigter hardtail. Perfect so far.

[@rweakley]

When I bought new wheels for my bike, I threw a set of slicks on the old ones. Made swapping easy peasy.

[@thelmaviaduct]

Buy a 1993 Kona, put slick tyres on. Job jobbed 👍🏿

[@SedatedGhostwriter]

I was just listening to Martyn talk, but when I saw the video I can't help but notice that his glasses change color each time the background does.

[@Mysteria9]

Hah, I didn't notice. Maybe they're green like the (assumed) greenscreen?

[@SedatedGhostwriter]

@@Mysteria9 same guess

[@69sound81]

Finally, a Video on the topic I wanted and had been figuring out for a while. I think that if you can only havr one bike and you love MTB, but need to use the bike for commuting daily then a good bet could be to get a hardtail, get an extra set of wheels and tyres for the pavement and have a locking front fork. That way the nice hardtail goes from a super capable off roading machine to a relaxed road bike with the swap of the wheels and the locking of the fork. For the accesories, I think a basic one is the bag and the lock. Followed by the glasses and the light and maybe a phone holder would be nice too. I refuse to use the same trail tyres for the pavemente because they will last nothing and because they will make it super hard to pedal up to road speed. That is why I am thinking about a set of pavement tyres already mounted in a set of wheels to simply remove the trail set and bolt on the pavement set. Finally, adding to it, I might suggest a different saddle that results more comfortable for extended seated periods on long distance riding. That if you dont have a dropper already installed.

[@michaelsteffensimonsen5573]

When I commute on my mountainbike HT, I sometimes find it helpful to go the opposite way with the front tire pressure. Going lower can really help with the tiny bumbs on the asphalt, or when the asphalt goes "rough and bumby", I can really lay the power down, and the front tires will absorb the small bumbs or w/e there might be (fallen branches), and not slowing me down😎✌️🍻

[@stephengraham6194]

I love commuting to work on my Scout always arrive with a smile on my face

[@gmbn]

Nice!

[@Bikesquatch1]

I ride my Marlin 6 to work a couple days a week weather permitting, I absolutely love it, just wish I had a faster top gear in a couple of places.

[@pawewielgus2105]

learn how to fold a shirt over a large thin book, that way you can always have ironed shirt at work. also think if you can leave your heavy lock at work where you lock your bicycle. have as much of a fun as possible! and train some tricks on the commute way to and from work.

[@ianmwaura5601]

Rigid 29er Mtb is my daily commute 30miles to and fro on 2.1s x 29 (57-622) it's a Workout

[@krzysiu4003]

I would never lock my mountain bike anywhere, ever. Second cheap fully rigid bike, which gets the upgraded with parts from my main bike are the only way to go for me.

[@nzdhs]

1:49 Wait you aren't supposed to go sam pilgrim with the tire pressure? oh oki

[@itarry4]

I'd say taking maintenance tips from Sam of any kind possibly isn't the best idea. Just a feeling I get watch him work on his bikes not sure why I get that idea.

[@Alejandro-du6vq]

@@itarry4 lmao hes a knuckle head

[@nzdhs]

@@itarry4 lol yes

[@nzdhs]

@@Alejandro-du6vq prepare to be bonked with a monster energy can

[@Alejandro-du6vq]

@@nzdhs ITS MONNIE TIME AAAAAA

[@chelarestelar]

I got a daily commute, albeit a short one. I simply rise the tire pressure and seat height edit: just for reference, am running 2.2" front and 2.3" rear Continental CrossKing's with +-2bar front for both city and trail but on the rear i put 2bar for city and 1'5bar for trail

[@Alejandro-du6vq]

why a wider back? isnt it the other way round?

[@chelarestelar]

@@Alejandro-du6vq clearance issues. Previously had another 2.2" on the front but from a different brand, almost no space left between the tire and the fork's arch, but still had plenty in the back

[@robsridesmtb2176]

Martyn must have green glasses… they change colour with the background 😂😂

[@stewartjordan9046]

I used to ride to the office 5 days a week. I don't know what an office is anymore. Commuting to the fridge instead

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

2:44 I tend to transfer all my energy to the ground with my face 😂

[@martinr4884]

Work? Oh, you mean the break, between my morning and evening rides!

[@apm9507]

Martyn is sporting some epic arms! Keep up the work Martyn! Impressive!

[@TheHolyMrH]

great video, exactly what I needed :)

[@TheScrappingJeahaha]

Going to commute to work tomorrow for the first time, 26k on my old school Scott hard tail.

[@nathankennedy4556]

I ride my 2020 transition patrol to school and work and I'm kindof just used to it now but I have a hardtail coming in soon so I'm really excited

[@simon__3919]

The only issue that I have while commuting to work and back is that the chain is getting very dirty. Everyone tells me that this should not happen while riding on streets but... Sand and mud is making it very stiff and I need to clean it very often

[@qui-gonjinn4239]

Same here man, I work on a building site so it's clean the whole way until that 200m of dusty roads right at the end🤣

[@gospodinkenobi9903]

Maybe try changing your chain lube or don't lube it as much

[@better.better]

yeah that sounds like a lube issue. you definitely should not be getting a dirty chain riding streets I would use a dry lube every time unless you're constantly submerging your chain on the trail. the chain lube I'm using right now is really good, and I'd tell you what it is except that the label is worn off. I have to lube my chain maybe once every 3 days and I've had the bottle since October and it's only now just getting to where I need to replace it. I commute every day rain or shine for the last 6 years. all I know is that it was one of the more performance based lubes that the bike shop had, such that I was worried when he gave it to me that it was not going to be as premium as the price suggested but it turns out it's actually better than most others that I've tried

[@simon__3919]

I am using muc off dry and wet depends on the weather. And much less than gmbn suggests in their videos. Either way - it is a pin for me. Regarding the travel to work itself - I do not mind it. Any ride is a good ride for me.

[@scottlstone]

If you’re riding your MTB to work, consider a pair of Continental SpeedKing but don’t take them off road unless it’s hard pack and dry

[@bennybouken]

I ride a cheap 26er hardtail to and from work. Only changed hubs, handlebar and tires Might bring it to a trail someday haha

[@LongPeter]

Let's be honest Martyn; none of us have only one bike. Our partners dream of is having only one bike.

[@chilli-iceolive-abode2447]

Personally I'd recommend a cheap as chips second hand bike for commuting, one that you can just use and abuse. I only have one bike due to limited space and I commute everyday with it and use occasionally on the weekends. The salt on the road kills my chain and rear cassette. Yes I should clean it, but I can't be arsed. I find about every year or two I have to change both. Incredibly cheap get around considering I use it for everything. I also work a physical job outside so I don't have to worry about getting dirty or wet on my way in. That would make it a bit of a pain.

[@dasanoneia4730]

Shwalbe Racing Ray/Ralph are the perfect tires for my commuting

[@maxwestenberg6409]

Love the green screen on the glasses arm

[@mtbridersanonymous9152]

I commuted on my mountain bike a little bit… with the fat tires it was very slow. I ended up buying a trek FX2 for commuting

[@joeylaguna4694]

will commute someday, everyday to work 56 kms a day (back & forth).

[@hydra66]

Look where you're riding from and to. Do you have somewhere secure to lock up your pride and joy on both ends? When securing your bike, be aware of stuff like quick release tyres and seatposts. Otherwise consider a 2nd cheapo trash bike that you're not too attached to for the commute

[@polishguywithhardtospellna8227]

Not a huge continental fan, but have to commend them for creating Ruban tire, especially after schwalbe kinda dropped efficiency design on their Smart Sam model. I will most definitely use Ruban in the future.

[@better.better]

on my gravel bike I use Continental Tour Rides. they are perfect for paved paths and streets, and just enough for basic trails. in the winter time I switch to 45 Nrth studded Gravdalls. well I used to: now I have a Surly Big Fat Dummy cargo fat bike with 5 inch 45Nrth Dillingers. it took a while to get used to it but now that I am the thing is a beast not only can I pick up groceries on the way home, I can also take the trails home afterwards

[@kudosbudo]

1:58... er thats all my bikes off road? haha.

[@wilsimon]

You would also need a bell while commuting in the city.

[@garryhaines3066]

Ride my BANES issued EMTB around Bath all the time, love it no better way to get around the city, ok not as good my own MTB but it’s still a MTB to have some fun whilst working finding those steps or in the parks to have a little shreddy time 😂win win really👍

[@anksos]

Step 1: Go on KZbin, watch Fabio Wibmer's freeride in Lyon Step 2: find the most identical route for your Point A to point B Step 3: get a GoPro and give it to your friend Step 4: record all your fails, is always funny to break your legs in front of people :)

[@mkhitarkhodaverdian7159]

Is there a way that we can hide our lock someway in the bike? Or a minimalist lock that's strong?

[@vtwl24]

Someone needs to make one

[@charlie9ine]

I do commute to work but since my studio is only about 30 metres from my house I tend to take the long way to work and hit a trail that is only a block away from my home. I end up at the same place but don’t need different tires.

[@brappp88]

I commuted to school every day on my mtb witch is 7 miles one way and this is Utah so all sorts of weather snow rain wind sunny and this has helped me spot with my endurance and speed it has also helped me progress in gear at the beginning I was on a 100$ Wal-Mart bike then a used specialized hard rock but now I'm rocking a used kona process 134 I picked up for 1400

[@friedsin4661]

Thanks you for information about this MTB 😊

[@ExoRifleman]

My mtb is from 95’ it has no suspension 😂 but I got it for free from a fellow service member so hey we can’t have everything we want!

[@debrimaybar2447]

I think my bike looks better with a rear Mudhugger mudguard... Works amazingly too, never dirty on my back, no matter how muddy it is on my local trails ;)

[@andrasl9372]

When I go to school with my mtb, I usually go for a little urban freeride.

[@KingBlueSlimss]

Save yourself a ton of money wearing out parts on your beloved MTB and get yourself a £50er off FB marketplace. I bought a second-hand hybrid for £200 and i'd take that over any modified MTB any day of the week

[@raizen82]

so glad i started out with a cheap used hardtail. that bike has become the rat/commuter bike now, although i still keep it nice as it receives hand me downs from my FS bike.

[@laszlovarga_]

I'm commuting on very expensive bikes in the last 6 years, i had many full suspension carbon bikes, xc bikes, but even for commuting i don't like when my ass is getting hit by big bumps on the streets, here in holland many roads are made these small rock thingys i don't know the english word for it.

[@Lee-ic2yn]

Cobbles

[@apm9507]

Comparing the cost, exercise, and health benefits, the ebike wins easily vs the car. For a bike commuter that might need to go over some hills or has a 30 km commute one way, the ebike wins against the bike. No, ebikes should not be in cycling competitions but in the everyday commute, ebikes will be a strong contender vs cars and bikes. For commuting my wife loves her electric fat tad etrike and my son loves his EMTB.

[@apm9507]

My fat tire bike commute is a rocky canal trail then poorly paved roads with gravel on the side. Every day of cycling commuting is more fun than using my truck. Less expensive too. Thankfully my work has a good locker room with a shower that apparently only I use. I have front and rear bike racks with panier bags. Eastern Idaho has weather that goes from -20 °F to 110 °F with rain, sandstorms, snow, freezing fog (worst possible weather ever), 50 mph headwinds, wildfires, and about a 30 °F daily change in temperature. It can be full suit cold in the morning and 👕 and shorts in the afternoon. In addition, I get to see 🐎 🦆🦅🐝🐓🐔🐐🐑🌽🍒🍎🍊🌻🍑🎣on my ride to and from work. The office has a huge courtyard in the back where I lock up my fat tire bike. My ~8 mile daily cycling commute is a job perk that I love!

[@Mikesonbikes]

I'm pretty spoiled. My commute is 7 miles of driving and 10 miles of trail each way. I can shorten the way home to 8 miles when I'm super tired too. I do it on an Enduro bike

[@laszlovarga_]

How uncomfortable/slow is it on an enduro?

[@DanuelNuel]

I have one simple solution - buy old junker. Put some nice semislick tyres and thats all.

[@liamjohnson3779]

Anybody notice that his glasses are the same color as the background they are keying out?

[@BlackFlag94]

Hello Martins Dog at 3mins! 😅

[@tprim7736]

No changes required. No money needed to be spent. Just ride

[@DanielCorrea2411]

What particular shoes would be a good fit for clipless pedals and regular walking , changing shoes could expensive and would be a space waste , thanks 🙏

[@69sound81]

Depends on the fit, but almost any clipless ready shoe or sneaker is a terrible walking option once you install the plate that goes bolted in the sole. Maybe try flat pedals or simply carry a pair of normal shoes in a backpack. If you find some please share, it would ne super nice to have the option to make it

[@adaywithme2728]

I ride almost daily my trail bike every afternoon just to skip the mosquito.. Hahahah

[@erroneousbee]

SKS shockblade.

[@frontierfishingwithryanmac1981]

It’s a quick 30 minute bike ride too work, but the ride home is always 3 hours minimum!! Going riding tomorrow morning!!

[@markop89]

first. good video.

[@armyfreak1367]

I ride 50 psi all day

[@cameronrutten6483]

i get so weirded out when my bike tires come back from their service pumped up to their limit of 65 psi no not 40 a limit of 65 psi and its not an xc tire

[@xx-----------xx873]

Minion DHR2?

[@cameronrutten6483]

@@xx-----------xx873 no maxxis rekon

[@xx-----------xx873]

@@cameronrutten6483 Close then, there are only a handful of tyres which allow pressures that high.

[@cameronrutten6483]

@@xx-----------xx873 i know and they're pretty much all maxxis

[@amonGustavo07]

Idk why i’m watching this. I live in houston

[@francisdee9955]

I hear a traildog🤪

[@adrianrogers6976]

What type of dog do you have Martyn?

[@hugomansotte]

second

[@davidsafar6111]

No worth it. i use a 30+ yr old SS converted road bike with new budget wheelset for commuting. Previously i used it 2x7 when i used to climb to work. It all cost me about 200€. Switching TL tyres and using my XT drivetrain just never worth for commuting. Besides a drivetrain change when worn on mtb is almost the price of the other bike, there is a much bigger chance of getting hit by a car. old cromo frame brakes? I weld it or buy another from the price of a tire

[@colincampbell4261]

Take the knobblie tyres off.