All these features mean the Magic Mary SuperTrail Addix UltraSoft EVO TLE 29×2.4 weighs in at 1.23kg, which is pretty beefy for a ‘trail’ tyre. Choosing the correct bike for your discipline is extremely important, and sometimes for those new to the sport it can be difficult to know or decide, so we’ve broken down the main differences to help you make a decision. Improper fitting, poor maintenance and abuse derived from neglect or crash damage will not be covered under our Warranty Policy.

Whether you have a city bike, touring bike, road bike, gravel bike or MTB: The tires affect the riding experience like no other bike component. The choice of tire not only determines how well the wheel grips the ground but also influences how easily and comfortably the bike rolls. Ideally, the tire combines such characteristics as maximum grip, high mileage, optimum rolling properties, low weight and reliable resistance to punctures. Sounds technical? The sum of these properties is tangible to every cyclist: as an optimum riding experience. At Schwalbe, we work to continually refine and improve this riding sensation – day in, day out. We recommend consulting our height charts from the link below to help you choose your perfect sized bike: Choosing the right level bike for your riding ability is important. Components that are not suitable for your level of riding can wear or fail much sooner than expected. Although BMX bikes can look very similar, under the surface components and materials used can vary greatly.The EVO in the name stands for Schwalbe’s Evolution line of tyres, which all use a folding Kevlar bead. This tyre is primarily built and optimised towards protection and durability. As the name suggests, it gives above-average puncture resistance and this protection runs under the tread. Also, there is an extra layer of fabric that runs from bead to bead. Schwalbe Durano comes in both folding bead and wire bead versions. The bead version is a little cheaper. One of the good things about these is that they are very easy to get onto the rims. However, the relatively narrow width makes these tyres somewhat harsher to ride. But nonetheless, they are practical, with good grip, and fun to ride. There’s a full wrap of SnakeSkin, a material used with the intention of reducing cuts to the tyre, and the side walls are protected with Apex, a substance designed to add stability and puncture protection.

We will always work in the interests of our customers to ensure our warranty claims are resolved with the manufacturer to a satisfactory manner. In the event that we are unable to provide a satisfactory outcome, we will inform the customer with the decision that has been made. Costs incurred due to loss of use, alongside any labour charges, due to a warranty claim being made, are not covered under our Warranty Policy.

Out on the trail and pointed downhill, there’s a lot to like about this tyre. The predictability of its grip is just as impressive as the amount of traction it finds. This gave me a lot of confidence and trust in the handling of my bike.

The bead is the lip section of a tyre that hooks onto the profile of a rim. There are two types of tyre beats; folding and non-folding. Folding beads are generally made of Kevlar or similar durable material that as the name suggests allows the tyres to be folded. Non-folding tyres use a bead that is made from a steel wire and can’t be folded. Folding clinchers are more expensive but they’re also lighter and easier to get on and off the rim. Most high-quality road tyres will be folding. Casing Schwalbe says the Magic Mary is best suited to soft and mixed dirt conditions, which if you’re a UK rider, will fit the bill most of the time.Along with a good grip and rolling resistance, the GP5000 also features a comfortable ride. Continental has embedded what they call ‘Active Comfort Technology’. This technology sits below the Vectran Breaker and it does not affect rolling resistance, dampen buzz, and vibration. Finally, the Grand Prix 5000 also comes in a tubeless version. Continental says it is compatible with all tubeless-ready rims as long as you use its own sealant.