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Mini-Velo: 16"x1.25" Colors
Worry free riding!
Flew to Naples, Italy from LA and started riding worry free down to Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi. No patch kit, extra tubes, or pumps. Stress free!
Daniel Joslyn
Portal: 700x28
Never going back to air tires
I believe these tires saved me from serious injury today, but before I go into that let me just say these aren't the cheap Chinese hard make you go real slow tires. I tried those tires and almost gave up on airless tires all together because they were so horrible. These tires feel fine and while I'm not a very fast rider I have it noticed any noticeable slowing riding these tires. Now to what happened today. I was riding at about 35 mph down hill In a bike lane that is actually in between two car lanes so if you fall you're screwed you're probably going to get hit. I hit a bolt that was a half inch wide and 3/4 of an inch long it embedded itself into the tire all the way up to the head. Had it been a normal air tire it would have deflated instantly I could have lost control and been in between two cars when it did, that would have been really bad. However with this tire I was able to continue to ride and get off the road, this tire may have saved my a$$. I rode another 15 miles and the tire was fine. I did change it because it left a hole that was about a quarter inch wide and the way through. the tire was fine on the way home but I think the structure of the tire might be compromised. I'm never going back to air tires
Trevor
Shield: 700x40
Tannus has spoiled me.
I have passed many a kidney stone… applied Tannus tires to many bikes. Your advice is appreciated. I must confess, I berated someone who was going on and on about the pain experienced when birthing a child. I asserted that installing a Tannus tire has all other Herculean tasks beat. It is, however, worth it. I have also learned a few new swear words during the installations.
Given the horrors of recent days, the fumbling to find an inner tube, a new air-pumped tire, a reliable & portable pump, etc., I am leaving the air-filled bike tire Ponzi scheme behind me, again. Tannus spoiled me.
Kyle Brown
Shield: 700x40
4 month review
TLDR: these are fantastic
I ordered these about 4 months ago and figured I would wait to give a full review. Out of the box these are fantastic for a commuter tire, no more filling them with air, no more punctures, no more worrying about flattening the rear tire because of the added groceries weight, just install them and move on. The installation process was a little time consuming because of the pins, but I've had regular tires that were harder to put on, budget about 20 minutes/one beer per tire. Getting them on the tire can be a little tricky, but I ended up using the zip tie they came with to hold one side on and it was much easier, also the rubber is stretchy which helps, otherwise a friend would be a good idea. Once they pins click in place these arent going anywhere, including I am pretty sure off of the rim, I think you would have to cut it off if you ever wanted to remove it. The other review are correct that it has a slick coating for the first 100 miles, But I was able to remove it super quickly by doing a few laps along a gravel road so if you have one available that is an option. Ride quality wise they are a little stiff at first, but an equivalent sized gatorskin tire is much worse and these get a little softer after the break in period. The only downside I have noticed is that during cornering because they dont deform to the road they will slide out a little earlier then a regular tire, but for commuter purposes you shouldnt be cornering that hard anyway and at 40mm they are wide enough you shoudnt worry unless you are trying to race on them. I put them on an ebike so I am not sure but I also suspect these have a higher rolling resistance compared to other tires but I have not noticed because of the motor. Overall I have put almost 700 miles on them over gravel, bike path and road and there has been no deformation and minimal wear. The only things I would suggest changing would be to make the design a little more grippy, and to wait for the color choice you want. But if you are looking for a fire and forget commuter tire these are it. Honestly I'm not even sure where my bike pump is at this point.
Bernardi
Portal: 700x28
Love these tires!
This is a product that all tire manufacturers should be watching. Bicycle manufacturers should consider these as standard on their road bikes.
Use: Paved/Country roads
Rims: Carbon. Not a scratch from install/pins
Install: There are a lot of videos/concern about installation. My installation experience really wasn’t more difficult than installing a tube or tubeless tire. A lot less mess too. I watched the video, warmed the tire, used the provided tool to seat the pins. Made sure the tire was seated along the rim.
Feel: I purchased the “hard” compound in red from the European Tannus site because the USA site only carried black. When installed they have slightly less bounce than an air tire but they feel the same as my old tubeless road tires when inflated to 90 psi.
Adam Shaw
Semi-Slick: 700x28
Saving my Wallet
I bike around Albuquerque, NM where sandbur thorns are commonly found on the roads. I bought a pair of the 700x28 Semi-Slicks after going through 3 inner tubes in less than a month. These solid tires have already paid themselves off by the replacement tubes I haven't had to buy. Now the rides are not as comfortable as a traditional air-filled tire and I have to work a little harder peddling on inclines, but I don't really mind that, and from all the sandburs that these tires have already picked up that would have caused me to have a flat, I can't complain. These tires have given me peace of mind and are saving me money in the long-term.
Bobby Helco
Razorblade: 26"x1.75"
Absolute win on a handcycle!
I am paraplegic and ride a trike handcycle. Getting off my bike onto the ground and fixing a flat is getting harder and harder to do as my body ages. I put these tires on my bike a bit over 2,000 miles ago. LOVE THEM. The piece of mind these tires give me is beyond my ability to express. Just amazing.
Mark brueggeman
New Slick: 700x25
Great experience all around
Having a 20 mile round-trip commute in Minnesota can be kind of rough on your bike. I have my winter bike and I like to take advantage of the road bike when there is no snow. The winter beaten roads were rough on my road bike tires. Installation with the video was completely doable, I wouldn't say easy, but sense of accomplishment was nice.
I was getting a flat at least a couple times a week, I've now put about 100 miles on my two slicks and after an odd feeling first 3 to 5 miles they've really settled in and I feel very secure on them. I've recommended a friend who is having similar issues!
Steven Rider
Razorblade: 26"x1.75"
Not easy to install
Definitely not a 1 person install with our aid. I had to pre stretch it using ratchet strap on one end and trailer hitch on other. Used this to keep it stretched while installing it onto the rim. Snapped inserts into place onto the rim using a screwdriver. Rides well and looking forward to no more flats. I would buy again.
Frank Henderson
Semi-Slick: 700x28
Didn't get Screwed
Third week on Tannus tires and the picture says it all. Great commuter tire. I was using a larger tire to reduce flats, but the mud would bring me to a stop due to lack of tire clearance. Tannus 28mm run much smaller (like a 25mm) than my Continental 28mm, so there is plenty of clearance now. Good ride quality
Ian Alvord
Semi-Slick: 700x28
Pegs
700c X 28 tire came with X 20 pegs. Much too small to use. I'm having to ride without them.