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Schwalbe Energizer Plus Tour Tyre

Made especially for ebikes and maximum durability. Fast rolling with good grip and extra puncture protection

Description

What technology does it use in its construction.

The Energizer Plus Tour is available in the Greenguard casing, featuring a 3mm thick natural rubber protectiuon belt locally to the tread breadth for reliable puncture protection during day-to-day use. Paired with Schwalbe's Addix E compound, designed specifically to accommodate the additional demand from modern E bikes, focusing on maximising durability whilst providing good grip and rolling efficiency.

What is the intended use?

Optimised for the City and Touring market, the Energizer Plus Tour features a slightly different tread pattern to its sibling the Energizer Plus. Still equipped with reliable Greenguard puncture protection, the Energizer Plus Tour offers improved off-road grip for those who spend more time off the beaten track.

Our verdict

A great E bike specific Touring tyre from Schwalbe, blurring the lines between off-road and on-road use giving you ultimate diversity whilst racking up the miles.

Details & Technology

3mm of puncture protective India rubber under the tread to provide reliablity and protection from punctures

Addix E is an e-bike specific compound for maximum durability, low rolling resistance and good grip even at high speeds

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Discover now our versatile Tour & City tires! They offer you the optimum grip on different surfaces and impress at the same time with a high puncture resistance. In addition, you enjoy, thanks to the low rolling resistance, maximum driving pleasure. 

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The pioneer in puncture protection, mileage and environmental friendliness - Very good puncture protection thanks to GreenGuard - Most environmentally friendly bicycle tire: - Produced entirely from Fair Rubber - Consists of 70% recycled or renewable materials: - Among other things, the first and only tire with carbon black from recycled bicycle tires (rCB) - 98% pollution-free - Revised tread pattern optimizes rolling performance  - Recommended for bikes and e-bikes

SCHWALBE‘S FIRST TRUE CARGO TIRE. Due to its extremely stable double carcass, the Schwalbe Pick-Up becomes a real packhorse and at the same time offers excellent puncture protection. In addition, the ADDIX E-Compound ensures exceptionally good riding performance and grip, even in the 20 ‚‘ version. With the ECE-R75 certification, the Schwalbe Pick-Up is the optimal choice for all e-cargo bikes.

SUPER DEFENSE: The extremely strong double carcass gives the tire excellent safety under heavy loads. Multiple carcass layers give the tire extra puncture protection.

RECOMMENDATION: In order to achieve the best possible performance under different loads, we recommend that you adjust the air pressure of your bike accordingly.

WIDE, COMFORTABLE, SAFE! Whether travelling on asphalt or trail, the beefy Super Moto-X offers the best riding characteristics and plenty of comfort. The extra-resilient DoubleDefense construction lets you reach your destination safely, even in the toughest conditions. With a width of up to 70 mm, enormous volume and maximum load capacity, Super Moto-X is the perfect equipment for all types of e-bikes. Naturally, with the ECE-R75 mark for fast e-bikes.

FLAT-LESS – WITH A PURPOSEFUL TREKKING TREAD. Asphalt or off-road? Everyday use or bicycle expeditions? This versatile tire always does the job. Its robust construction handles almost any mistreatment. Protected by SmartGuard, the most effective puncture protection belt available for bicycle tires.

FLAT-LESS WITH MARATHON PLUS. Only Marathon Plus tires make your bicycle flat-less. The 5mm thick puncture guard protects even against thumbtacks. www.schwalbtires.com/blog/news/innovation/flat-less/

It is impossible to guarantee that a flat will never happen, but the Marathon Plus has the best defense against everyday tire wreckers such as glass, flints or metal shards. Use a pressure gauge to adjust tire pressures as the common 'thumb check' is insufficient due to the special construction of the Marathon Plus.

A REAL EYE-CATCHER FOR YOUR E-BIKE! With its dynamic profile, this design-oriented tire is strongly reminiscent of the look that has proven itself in motorsport for a long time. Equipped with the ADDIX compound, the Super Moto impresses with excellent rolling resistance and optimal grip even at higher speeds, thus ensuring maximum riding pleasure.

THE ORIGINAL: The archetypal high quality touring tire. The highly elastic GreenGuard layer is 3 mm thick. One third of the GreenGuard is made up of recycled latex products. The “Anti-Aging” sidewall can withstand the typical cracking that results from overloading due to insufficient inflation pressure for much longer.

E-BIKE READY. You can choose every Marathon for your E-Bike (E-25). The main sizes are approved and tested for E-bikes up to 50 km/h (E-50).

THE FLAT-LESS TIRE. Schwalbe‘s best selling model. The most puncture resistant pneumatic tire there is. In addition to the superior puncture protection it features many inner values: ROLLING RESISTANCE. The patented, 5 mm thick SmartGuard layer, when compared to all generic products, has a significant advantage in rolling resistance. RECYCLING. Also in the SmartGuard, we use a proportion of recycled rubber from old latex products. „ANTI-AGING“ SIDE WALL. It now lasts much longer before developing unsightly cracks when subjected to use with too low air pressure. E-BIKE READY. Due to its great properties Marathon Plus is an ideal choice for E-Bikes (E-25). The main sizes are approved and tested for E-bikes up to 50 km/h.

THE PIONEER OF COMFORT. In its third generation, Big Apple combines the highest levels of comfort with modern design and safe performance. Its wide sizes, are the ideal companion for bicycles and e-bikes.

LARGE VOLUME FOR OPTIMUM EFFECTIVE SUSPENSION. The robust 3 mm GreenGuard protection and reinforced sidewalls make this tire a reliable companion in the busy city and beyond. ECE-R75 approved, comfortable and resilient. The perfect choice for every kind of E-Bike.

FLAT-LESS ESPECIALLY FOR E-BIKES. Maximum riding safety at high speeds and on long tours. Highest Marathon quality tires refined for the special demands of an E-Bike. SAFETY: Schwalbe puncture protection level 7. The patented SmartGuard protection layer is additionally supported by two layers of RaceGuard fabric. This „Smart-DualGuard“ protects even better against sharp objects. CONTROL: The ADDIX-E compound, specially developed for the use on E-Bikes, provides outstanding grip even at high speeds and also maximum durability. RIDING PLEASURE: Marathon E-Plus rolls surprisingly well thanks to high-tech materials. The „anti-aging“ sidewall prevents for much longer the unsightly cracks caused by use with low air pressure. The new carcass construction reinforces the sidewalls with a further layer of fabric and thus stabilizes the tire for even more load capacity. DESIGN: The tread profile of the Marathon E-Plus is modern and dynamic. The E-Plus’s tread depth makes is extremely versatile for touring and trekking. E-BIKE: Of course, ECE-R75 certification makes the tires ready for E-Bikes of all classes. The available sizes are consistently geared to the requirements of modern E-Bikes.

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THE MOST PUNCTURE RESISTANT MTB-TIRE APPROVED FOR FAST E-BIKES. With ECE-R75 mark. On the central ribs it rolls easily over hard paths, while strong outer lugs give great offroad traction. The SmartGuard provides superior puncture protection. Good visibility even in the dark.

THE LIGHTEST MARATHON. RaceGuard for good puncture protection. SpeedGrip Compound for the best handling characteristics. With ist LiteSkin sidewall the Racer stays at an excellent weight level. A very sporty Marathon tire.

THE BIG APPLE‘S ROBUST BROTHER. Great comfort thanks to large volume. The profile is modern and provides maximum riding safety in city traffic.

THE STYLISH URBAN CRUISER. Fat Frank looks seductively good on any bike. Large volume and cool tread design. Special highlights are the stylish color variations in cream, black/coffee, brown-whitewall and coffee/whitewall.

SPECIALLY MADE FOR E-BIKES. The Energizer Plus has an ultramodern, dynamic touring profile with a smooth center section and strong diamond sides. It rolls easily on the road and has good grip, even on unpaved ground. The newly created Addix E-Compound is specially optimized for maximum durability, low rolling resistance and exceptional grip even at high speed. The proven, 3mm GreenGuard guarantees reliable puncture protection in everyday touring. Of course, Energizer Plus is ECE-R75 certified.

NO COMPROMISES. Its home is the road. Although the fast, sporty, tread-less slick weighs just 295 g (35-559) it still has a RaceGuard protection belt and reflective labels.

The all-season tire

• Replaces the Marathon GT 365
• Full grip in all seasons (even in cold, wet and snowy conditions) thanks to siped tread pattern
• Very good puncture protection thanks to GreenGuard

MUCH MORE THAN AN ENTRY-LEVEL TIRE. Affordable city and touring tire with remarkable puncture protection. Schwalbe Protection Level 5 due to muscular 3 mm PunctureGuard protection. The classic tread design is versatile and offers comfortable rolling characteristics. Fitted with high quality 50 EPI carcass and reflective lines. A recommendation for E-Bikes up to 25 Km/h.

The ultimate touring tire, made for roads, tracks and trails of all continents. The tread pays homage to its legendary Marathon XR predecessor. Construction and compounding are naturally the very latest Schwalbe Evo technology. Double Defense technology makes it light, but with an extremely robust construction. The world is round. Ride it.

For great expeditions always choose the Evo version (Double Defense).

THE STATE-OF-THE-ART TOURING TIRE. Incredibly multipurpose tread with the latest tire technology for ultimate riding performance and increased puncture protection. The Marathon Almotion is safe, agile and versatile. The new, high-performance ADDIX compound gives the tire improved grip and lower rolling resistance. Ideal for rigorous tours by bike or e-bike (E-25).

Available as a tube type tire with excellent V-Guard puncture protection or as a state-of-the-art tubeless tire. Anyone who wants to exploit the potential of modern tire technology wholeheartedly rides Tubeless. Tubeless tires guarantee the lowest rolling resistance while maintaining a very high puncture resistance.

ONLY ARTICLES 11654230, 11654059 AND 11654060 ARE TUBELESS COMPATIBLE. *(This rating refers to tubeless operation.)

THE NEW CROSSOVER TIRE FOR E-SUV AND TOURING BIKES offers true all-round capabilities for use on roads, dirt track and easy trails. With its unique tread design, it runs quietly and quickly on asphalt while providing sufficient stability on unpaved surfaces. Equipped with the DOUBLE DEFENSE construction and Addix Compound, Al Grounder achieves a high puncture resistance and an optimal balance between low rolling resistance and sufficient grip.

URBAN, INDIVIDUELL AND DYNAMIC. The Road Cruiser impresses due to its appealing tread design and plenty of color options for bicycles from 12” up to 28” inch. The outstanding feature of the Road Cruiser, however, is in the tread and it is called Green Compound. A rubber with polymers only made from renewable and recycled raw materials in such a quality, that we use it for the first time in a conventional bicycle tire.

Green Compound is exclusively available for tires with a black tread.

1 TIRE. 4 SEASONS, 365 DAYS NO TIRE CHANGE NECESSARY. The Marathon GT 365 is the first tire which you will ride safely throughout the year in almost every condition. The new lamella tread and the specially developed “FourSeason” compound provide full grip, no matter what time of the year. Of course fitted with DualGuard puncture protection technology for maximum safety.

The GT 365 is the perfect solution for almost every condition. But on icy roads only real spike tires provide reliable grip.

THE LAND CRUISER is optionally available in a basic version. With K-Guard protection slightly less puncture protection, but also less weight and better rolling.

THE DELTA CRUISER is optionally available in a basic version. With K-Guard protection slightly less puncture protection, but also less weight and better rolling.

A SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT IS SUSTAINABLY STRENGTHENED. For even more protection and longer life, the Road Cruiser with Green Compound in the Plus version is protected by the extremely effective 3 mm thick PunctureGuard.

State-of-the-art touring tire that sets standards

• Sporty design and high versatility
• High-quality technology that has been tried and tested by professional athletes in World Cup races
• Schwalbe's fastest touring tire to date with the lowest rolling resistance increased battery range for e-bikes thanks to ADDIX Race Compound and Super Race casing
• Very good puncture protection thanks to V-Guard and three-layer carcass construction on the sidewall

THE LAND CRUISER. As ever it‘s ready for any terrain. It rolls really easily on the road and yet easily handles any forest or country road. It is excellently protected by the 3 mm thick Puncture Guard (Schwalbe Protection Level 5). In the “Plus”-version Land Cruiser is a recommendation for E-Bikes up to 25 Km/h.

FOR BUGGIES. With extra-safe protection (Puncture Guard). The special tread compound Black‘n’Roll will not leave unsightly skid marks on floors.

EXCITING, DYNAMIC! Active Line tire with compelling tread design and PunctureGuard puncture protection. Stylish tires for every Fitness and Urban bike.

AS LONG AS THE BATTERY LASTS. Non-stop riding fun with the E-touring specialist Energizer Plus Tour. The 3mm strong GreenGuard provides the same level of security as Energizer Plus. Equipped with a revised tread design which for years has successfully proven itself on our Marathon GT Tour, the Energizer Plus Tour is the ideal companion for E-tours on the road or unpaved surfaces. Of course, it has a high-quality carcass (67 EPI carcass), specialized ADDIX E-Compound and ECER75 certific ation for all classes of E-Bikes.

THE ADVENTURER. The tread center and outer lugs of Silento provide great rolling properties and good grip. With K-Guard puncture protection.

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UPDATED August 6, 2020

BY Micah Markson

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The best tires for cycle touring: Schwalbe Marathon

HOW TO PREPARE: An 8 part series to get you ready for your first TDA tour. Click here to read more.

After ‘What bike should I Bring?’, the next most frequently asked question while our clients prepare for a tour is, ‘What tires should I use?’. For years, we have simply replied, “Easy, Schwalbe Marathon.” There is good reason for this, as you can read about here and here .

Why Schwalbe Marathon?

So what are these reasons? The biggest reason is that these are tires designed specifically for touring. They are not designed to be the lightest, fastest, or smoothest tires on the market. The other main reason is that the tires are made in a vast range of sizes and widths, so you are almost guaranteed to be able to find one in the right size for your bike. And lastly, the simple answer is that since 2003 the Marathon has been by far the most widely used tire across all of our tours, and riders using them have also had by far the best results.

Which Schwalbe Marathon?

Now, if you click over to the Schwalbe website , you will see that there are currently 13 variants of the Marathon lineup. Yikes! So which one do you choose? Out of this lineup, there are three tires that I recommend to most people, depending on their individual circumstances. Read on to find out more.

Schwalbe Marathon Plus

The Marathon Plus was, for many years, the default choice for many touring cyclists. And today it is still very popular. This tire provides the highest possible level of puncture protection, which Schwalbe calls SmartGuard. This is a “substantial, 5 mm thick layer of flexible, special india rubber.” The tread of the tire also uses a harder compound which lasts longer than most other tires. Cycle tourists have been known to ride a set of Marathon Plus tires for 10, 15, or even 20,000km before replacing them. This tire is a good choice for riders who want to have as few flats as possible. This does come at a cost, however. The Marathon Plus tires are both heavy, and stiff. If you are the type of cyclist who doesn’t care much about gear and want your bike to ‘just work’, then this is a good choice. Others, however, may find the Marathon Plus to feel slow, and may notice the increased stiffness on bumpy roads. When I have used these in the past, I would tend to run about 25% less air pressure to compensate for the bumpier ride.

Schwalbe Marathon Mondial

The Marathon Mondial is a bit lighter than the Plus, but also has more knobby tread. They use a thinner protection layer than the Plus, but these are my default recommendation for any cycle tourists who expect to ride on a signficiant amount of dirt roads. The tread is designed with bigger knobs on the edges, and more closely spaced in the center of the tire. This closely spaced section, combined with the more reasonable weight, means that the Mondial rolls slightly faster than the Plus. It means they can also be used for tours on mostly paved roads, where they will provide the assurance that you are prepared for any rough pavement or dirt detours that may appear along the way. This tire is a good choice for the rider who wants a bit of a smoother ride, while also being prepared for any potentially varied road surfaces on their route.

Schwalbe Marathon Supreme

The Marathon Supreme is a much lighter tire than both the Plus and Mondial, and has almost completely slick tread. While the Supreme is again once step down in protection, it is still more puncture resistant than a regular tire. This tire is a good choice for riders who are used to a road bike with thin and light tires, but want just a bit more protection for their tour. This tire is definitely only recommended for tours on paved roads, and with pavement that is mostly in good condition.

Two more options

There are two more tires I would like to add. While these are not as popular as those mentioned above, they are still good choices for certain riders. If you like the serious protection of the Marathon Plus, but need more tread for riding on dirt, take a look at the Marathon Plus Tour . And if you are on a tighter budget, but still need a good all around touring tire, the regular Marathon HS 420 is a good choice.

So now that you have chosen a tire, what size should you get? Again, this will depend on your circumstances. For most cycle tourists, riding on mostly paved roads, 35c is a good width. Those looking to go faster at the expense of comfort can go down to 32c, but I don’t recommend any sizes smaller than that. For tours on a mix of dirt and pavement, 40c is a good choice. And for those riding on very rough dirt roads or trails, the bigger the better! Just be sure to check what size will fit within your bike frame.

I hope that this guide has been helpful. If you have any questions or suggestions, please leave a comment below.

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21 Comments for "The best tires for cycle touring: Schwalbe Marathon"

Good recommendations! The 5mm marathon plus’s are a bit like riding on wooden cart wheels. You will get no flats – but might break the odd spoke. Certainly they detrue wheels faster. Lowering the pressure helps a bit, my personal preference though is the 3mm GreenGuard. Balance in all things.

Yes, I agree!

Plus 1 for Marathon Greenguard tyres from me, too.

I’ve run Marathon Plus on my commuter bike for 10 years without a flat (I carry no spares or tools when commuting, and commute over roads strewn with broken glass). They are extraordinarily tough, but weigh 750g each…

Marathon Greenguards on my touring bike weigh under 500g (still heavy for a road tyre!) but are tough enough for touring & commuting. I love their reflective sides, too.

Marathon Mondials lasted 12,000 km across Canada from Inuvik down the Great Divide to Waterton Park on the Montana border then across to Sydney NS. 5% trail 15% gravel and the rest tarmac. 180kgs load on bike and trailer at times (including rider). I used the 50’s for better holding on trail. Only 2 punctures across the continent.

Sounds like a great trip!

I have toured on both the Marathon Plus and Marathon Original, also known as the “Greenguard” and now called the Marathon HS 420.

I hated the M Plus, they felt like wooden cart wheels, whereas the Original has a very low rolling resistance and high durability and puncture resistance. I rode around 4500km south to north across Australia, including over 800km of gravel, fully loaded, and did not have one flat and tires had lots of tread to do another continent.

Do you research on rolling resistance the Greenguards are quite exceptional!

I’ve commuted 10,000ks plus on Greenguard 32s,,and use them on my Brompton folder. Never had a puncture.Anything heavier would be overkill.Anything more expensive, a waste of money. These days I use a Marathon GG on the rear,with an Ultrasport 32 up front. The Conti gets the occasional puncture,but slips along very nicely.Front flats are easy to fix.

Of all the tough tyres,the Greenguard is the best compromise,all things considered (IMHO)

I used Marathon Supremes – 35mm width with tubes on a cross-country (Southern Tier) tour. I had about a dozen flats. They were very comfortable riding on my fully loaded steel bike. I’ve noticed that Schwalbe has a version of Supremes for tubeless use (it has their “microskin” layer for tubeless). Going that route it increases the puncture resistance to a “6”. The ones I had with tubes would be rated a “5”. Their Marathon Plus are rated a “7”. Again – I really liked the comfortable ride of these tires. My question – is tubeless recommended for Bike Touring within the US? I’ve not used tubeless on any of my bikes and just wonder if its too risky for remote, multi-week riding. Thanks

Hi Peter. Depending on what the cause of your many flat tires was, tubeless may or not be a solution to that. That does seem like a high number of flat tires though! I have used the Supremes extensively, but not fully loaded, so maybe they don’t hold up well to the extra weight. As for tubeless, this is what we say to anyone considering them for a tour: “We don’t recommend tubeless tires unless you are very experienced with using them and making repairs in the field. Without an air compressor available, you will need to figure out how to get the tires mounted if you can’t do so with a regular pump. You would normally use CO2 cartridges for this – however, they are usually not allowed to be transported by plane, and may be hard to buy along your route. If you are using tubeless, you still need to carry the necessary tools and items to patch a tire on the road, such as tubes, a patch kit, sealant, and tire plugs.”

I have Marathon Plus in 26″ , 27″ HS420 on my TRek 620 Cirrus, Supremes on my most used for everyday casual in 700X35. The Supremes are my favorite overall but I know what to expect from them. I didn’t start out a “Fan Boy” but I am now 10 years later. I love them, and Schwalbe. (Their website aside) I smoked a piece of angle iron with the Supremes and knew in my mind they were toast, while on a group ride. Everyone was asking what tires they were. lol. I’ve trudged them through nasty chunky gravel, and everything you shouldn’t waiting for the day I can say I killed one but no such luck yet. I love them. It’s the one tire I know to add or remove 5-10psi. Some of the others feel stressed when they shouldn’t and underinflated when they aren’t, I don’t like that. These are a tool in my opinion, like a hammer or a screwdriver, it will do exactly what it’s intended to perfectly.

You could always run tubeless but carry tubes in case of a puncture.

I am riding on Marathon Plus Tour right now. I was using oder version of Green Guard for a couple of years, 3-4000km on my commuting bike, but decided to go for heavier protection after a couple of unlucky punctures. Do not regret that change in the slightest. Rolling resistanse difference is negligible on a properly inflated tire. Pulled a half inch nail piece out of the front wheel at one time. Fully embedded, but still no puncture. If you want reliability in commuting, go fo the max protection option. Unless you ride in a competitive environment, these “2% slower therefore trash” attitudes will cause you some major headache down the road.

I have ridden both the Southern Tier and the Pacific Coast ACA routes on Marathon Supremes with no flats. Did you get that? No, nada, zero flats on either tour. I attribute the quality of the tires and my care in dodging road litter with my success.

Happy Days. Thank for sharing.

Rim tape stops those punctures.

THREE TIMES ACROSS THE UNITED STATES, ON MARATHON PLUS TOUR 700X47 USED A SLIME HEAVY DUTY TUBE 29X1.85 KEEPS THE TUBE FROM OVER STREACHING RODE RAIL TRAILS, FOREST ROADS, AND PAVED ROADS. HAD MAYBE 2 OR 3 FLATS, A BIG FISH HOOK, AND TWO LONG NAIL GOT ME.

Hi Craig, Yes, this sounds familiar. We have heard many stories of the success people have had with these tires. And if you are confident using sealant, that can in certain situations make them even more flat resistant.

thanks for sharing

I’ve toured both loaded and supported using Marathon Supreme 700x35mm and 26 x 2 inch. They are a fine tires though I’ve had the occational flat. I’m scheduled for the Odyssey this May, 2023 and I’m considering a change. For the past year or so I’ve been running Rene Herse (Jan Heine and Bicycle Quarterly) 26″ x 1.8″ Naches Pass on my travel bike. These are the most comfortable and fast tires I’ve ever ridden and are considered “endurance”, meaning resistant to flats. So far, I’ve had none. I understand that the Odyssey has reasonably good road surfaces so I’m feeling it’s worth a try. On the HippyTrail and Bamboo Road we had some brutal road surfaces which I’ve been told will not be the case on the Odyssey. Any thoughts on this?

I haven’t used the Rene Herse tires myself, so can’t comment on those specifically. About the roads on The Odyssey – the average road quality is better than on Hippie Trail or Bamboo Road, but we do cycle on some unpaved paths (hard packed dirt or gravel), there is some corrugation at times, and there are roads where the edge of the road we’d be riding on is in rougher condition (some cracks, gravel along side of road etc.). So for this tour, choosing the right tire, as long as it is 35mm wide or greater, is more about having good durability. If you are unsure of the long term durability of your ties, you could always bring a more robust set as spares just in case.

Thanks for your reply, Micah! This is useful information. I think it’s good advice to bring a replacement set. These tires are 45mm so all set in that resect.

Schwalbe now have a Marathon Plus MTB with all the Smartguard protection in a good range of sizes.

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Schwalbe Energizer Plus vs. Marathon Plus

• Thread starter michal
• Start date Jan 2, 2019

• Jan 2, 2019

So my Gazelle Arroyo came stock with 28" x 1.75" Energizer Plus tires, and I've been wondering if Marathon Plus tires would be considered an upgrade or just make for a different riding experience. I was drawn to the Marathon Plus' better puncture protection, but I saw they have slightly lower ratings when it comes to rolling resistance and road grip. I have experience riding with both brands, but not on the same bike so it's difficult for me to pinpoint the differences. Also, my Arroyo's Energizer Plus tires have performed well thus far (got a nail stuck in one recently and rode away unscathed) so curious if it's even worth considering the switch. Any thoughts?  

Ravi Kempaiah

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michal said: So my Gazelle Arroyo came stock with 28" x 1.75" Energizer Plus tires, and I've been wondering if Marathon Plus tires would be considered an upgrade or just make for a different riding experience. I was drawn to the Marathon Plus' better puncture protection, but I saw they have slightly lower ratings when it comes to rolling resistance and road grip. I have experience riding with both tires, but not on the same bike so it's difficult for me to pinpoint the differences. Also, my Arroyo's Energizer Plus tires have performed well thus far (got a nail stuck in one recently and rode away unscathed) so curious if it's even worth considering the switch. Any thoughts? Click to expand...

Thanks for your continued wisdom, @Ravi Kempaiah ! That's the sense I got from my research, although I didn't realize the Marathon Plus tires weighed more. I live in a 3rd floor walkup so any extra weight on top of the Arroyo's existing 60lbs is a big deal. As for width, I'd love a wider tire but from the looks of it I'm not sure the bike could handle it — there's already very little clearance in the rear with the frame, fenders, cafe lock, rack, battery, etc.  

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Descrizione del prodotto

FINCHÉ DURA LA BATTERIA. Piacere di guida senza fine con lo specialista dell‘E-touring Energizer Plus Tour. Con la protezione GreenGuard da 3 mm, come nell‘Energizer Plus. Profilo da trekking più marcato, che ha dato prova di sé nel corso degli anni nel Marathon GT Tour. Energizer Plus Tour è il compagno ideale per E-touring su strada o percorsi non asfaltati. Naturalmente, con carcassa di alta qualità (67 EPI), mescola speciale ADDIX E e certificazione ECE-R75 per le biciclette elettriche di tutte le categorie.

Dati tecnici

• Dimensione: ETRTO 47-622 (28x1.75 POLLICI)
• Tipo: Rigido
• Compound: Addix E
• Versione: GreenGuard
• Colore: Black-Reflex
• Sigillatura: Tube
• Peso: 1020 g
• Pressione: 3.0-5.0 Bar (45-70 psi)
• Carico massimo: 115 kg
• E-Bike: E-50
• Profilo: HS485
• Numero del prodotto: 11159249
• EAN: 4026495891189
• Prezzo: 32,90 €

Caratteristiche

I vecchi prodotti in gomma naturale (come guanti, camere d’aria...) vengono sminuzzati e, dopo diverse fasi del processo, usati come materiale di base nel sistema di protezione dalle forature.

Performance Line

Eccellente qualità per un uso intensivo.

Pneumatici E-Bike con omologazione europea ECE-R75. La nostra raccomandazione per le E-Bikes veloci, S-Pedelecs con omologazione, assicurazione e assistenza motore oltre i 25 km/h - per le quali è necessaria un'approvazione speciale dello pneumatico.

Questa cintura di protezione sotto il battistrada è prodotta con caucciùnaturale di 3 mm, molto flessibile. Ottenuto parzialmente da materiale riciclato. Protezione particolarmente affidabile.

ADDIX E Compound

Panoramica del prodotto.

Trova il tuo pneumatico perfetto ancora più velocemente. Utilizzate la ricerca per restringere gli articoli o ordinate i pneumatici in base ai vostri interessi utilizzando le frecce direttamente nella tabella.

Touring Bike Tire Comparison: Schwalbe Energizer Plus 2015 vs Schwalbe Marathon Almotion (OneStar) 2016

Contents and Test Summary

Manufacturer Specifications

Size and weight measurements, rolling resistance test results, puncture resistance test results, static grip test results.

• Schwalbe Energizer Plus *
• Schwalbe Marathon Almotion (OneStar) *

• Tyres and Tubes /
• Hybrid Bike Tyres

Schwalbe MARATHON PLUS TOUR Smart DualGuard

• Marathon Plus tires are the only tires in the world that can truly claim to be flat-less. This is thanks to their unique patented puncture protection belt. Whats more, they offer exceptional long life, dynamic rolling behavior and many more superior featu
• E-BIKE READY. Due to its great properties Marathon Plus is an ideal choice for E-Bikes (E-25). The main sizes are approved and tested for E-bikes up to 50 km/h.
• Only Marathon Plus tires make your bicycle flat-less. The 5mm thick puncture guard protects even against thumbtacks.
• Schwalbe's best-selling model and the most puncture resistant pneumatic tyre there is.

Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.

Schwalbe tyres are rated on a score from 1 to 6 with 1 being entry-level and 6 being pro level. Schwalbe tyres are rated on construction, rolling, road grip, off-road grip, protection and durability.

Schwalbe Hybrid Bike Tyres

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