Is Schwalbe Nobby Nic good?
Schwalbe’s Nobby Nic tire is one of the most recognized and historic tread patterns in the brand’s lineup and is a pretty solid do-it-all tire. Available in diameters from 26- to 29 inches, the tires are most widely offered in 2.35” widths, but there are options in 2.25”, 2.6” and 2.8” as well.
Is Nobby Nic a front tire?
The tread of the Nobby Nic has worn relatively evenly, but as a rear tire, we’re finding the sipes and the side knobs to be wearing on the quicker side of the spectrum.
Is Nobby Nic Tubeless Ready?
The Performance Line version of the Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyre also comes as a tubeless-ready folding tyre.
Is Nobby Nic fast rolling?
New Nobby Nic is still a naturally fast-rolling distance shrinker, but it’s also a proper all conditions all-rounder with a range of carcass and compound options to dial in the grip and protection you want for the most progressive or prehistoric trail bikes.
Are Nobby Nics fast rolling?
Is Schwalbe Nobby Nic fast rolling?
The Nobby Nic has always boasted a rapid rolling speed and this latest iteration doesn’t disappoint. Schwalbe’s rubber blends are some of the fastest on the market, with a lively quality that never makes you feel as if you’re being held back or dragging the bike around (even in this softer compound).
Are Schwalbe tyres any good?
But yes, Schwalbe makes good tires in the Addix compound. But they are pricey, compared to other choices. I’m 160 lbs and ride in Utah on a short travel 29er. I’ve mostly used the Nobby Nic and have found it to roll fast, corner pretty well and it has been durable for me.
What country is Schwalbe tires from?
Indonesia
WHERE ARE SCHWALBE TIRES MANUFACTURED? All Schwalbe tires are manufactured in Indonesia. Our state-of-the-art Schwalbe plant has more than 3000 employees who produce far more than one million bicycle tires per month. The plant has existed for more than 20 years now.
How good are Schwalbe Nobby Nic 29×2’s?
The Schwalbe Nobby Nic has a difficult job: Deliver great grip and durability while minimizing rolling resistance, and also provide good braking performance. Such is the life of a trail tire. It’s most often used for everyday rides, but may also be called on to do an XC race or some technical, steep descending. Mtbr tested the 29×2.
What size does the Nobby Nic come in?
The Nobby Nic is only offered in the ADDIX SpeedGrip rubber compound. It is available for 26″ wheels in 2.10″, 2.25″, and 2.35″ widths in both Snakeskin and Liteskin casings. For 27.5″ wheels, it comes in 2.25″, 2.35″, 2.6″ (tested), 2.8″, and 3.0″ widths in Snakeskin and Snakeskin Apex (tested) casings.
Are Nobby Nic tires any good?
The Nobby Nic is a portly tire, with sidewalls that balloon out slightly beyond the tread; consequently, contact with rocks and abrasion to the sidewalls is relatively frequent. Despite lots of scrapes on the sidewalls, we’ve found them to be holding steady, with no seeping or leaking of sealant visible.
Why buy Schwalbe Nobby Nic trail tires?
The Schwalbe Nobby Nic has a difficult job: Deliver great grip and durability while minimizing rolling resistance, and also provide good braking performance. Such is the life of a trail tire.