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Post by BrusKO on Mar 25, 2006 1:53:16 GMT 8
nevegals 1.95... good traction on dirt. excellent in fact. it brought back my confidence in cornering and pedaling up rocks. used to have nokian boaz'... didn't do didly sh!te!
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Post by CARLOfornicator(censored) on Mar 25, 2006 2:36:13 GMT 8
BrusKO-do you think they make 24inch nevegals???
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Post by Kevin on Mar 25, 2006 4:02:46 GMT 8
BrusKO-do you think they make 24inch nevegals??? There is a 24x2.50 Kenda Nevegal. The only problem is product availability here. |
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Post by emjay on Mar 25, 2006 12:39:11 GMT 8
Ey guys, Im thinking about replacing the tires for my mall bike, right now im using the tire tha came with it, the spiked tire. I was thinking about changing it to a slick tire? like the the tires used by racers?? and uhhmm is it true that its easier to use than the conventional ones?? mine's size is 26", I dunno the width sorry,, hope you can help,, thanks !  |
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Post by cobym on Mar 30, 2006 9:35:33 GMT 8
There are definitely slicks and semi slicks in 26 inch size. If you ride purely on road, maybe you can get a slick tire. However, I suggest you get a semi slick, since our roads are not really that smooth anyway. I prefer a semi slick with 1.85 to 2.0 width. A larger width tire will be more comfortable due to its larger air volume. A 2.0 tire will feel like it has one inch of suspension compared to a 1.75 for example. There are lots of choices out there. Just go to cartimar or quiapo where the cheapest deals are.
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Post by bathala on May 9, 2006 22:58:27 GMT 8
i am using continental vertical pro 2.3".
i got it as part of a wheelset 2ndhand sale deal.
i am so lucky to have it because it is very good.
rolling resistance is very minimal.
tire noise is manageable.
grip is very good on the road as well as trail.
i have not tried it on muddy condition yet, as i don't usually ride on mud.
it is a 2.3, but looks more like a 2-2.1 tire.
it is light, and foldable pa.
swerte talaga.
but i don't get to see a lot of that tire around.
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Post by meridaman on May 20, 2006 12:21:17 GMT 8
mga pro MTBs. okay ba Conti VERTICAL PRO?
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Post by ultimate_carlo on May 30, 2006 16:33:47 GMT 8
wow, what a read, daming info...
"Ey guys, Im thinking about replacing the tires for my mall bike, right now im using the tire tha came with it, the spiked tire...."
Same situation here.
And where is King's located again?
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Post by ultimate_carlo on May 30, 2006 16:35:50 GMT 8
And if i change tires, do i need to change the interior too? How much does interiors cost? anything to look out for?
And wheel sets...waaah...
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Post by sonnydgr8t on Jun 12, 2006 14:34:01 GMT 8
try using kenda kinetiks..good grip and also looks good...another choice is nevegals a bit expensive but good overall performance..stick to 2.1 or 1.95 for xc use...much lighter to pedal uphills.
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Post by 'Bee' on Jun 12, 2006 14:50:46 GMT 8
okay ba Conti VERTICAL PRO? I'm using one, good for hardpack trail but so-so in cornering. If you plan to use tubeless, use less pressure for more grip (then it gets better). Not so good on wet and muddy trails especially on wet roots and rocks, again use less pressure to compensate. Better yet, use the Gravity PRO (UST or Non-UST).  |
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Post by eiwol on Jun 20, 2006 1:03:05 GMT 8
just bought a pair of 1.85 TIOGA Factory XC Slick tires... they're actually semi-slick coz they have tall knobs at the sides... quite wide for size 1.85, more of like 2.0's... this maybe because of the side knobs again... not that much volume (i am comparing it to specialized tires)
a bit on the heavy side since it's not folding and it uses heavy and hard compound.. i haven't weighed it though...
good road traction, excellent grip on corners due to the side knobs... especially when inflated at high pressure...
but not enough on braking... yet to be tested on off-road conditions...
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Post by xctofi on Jun 20, 2006 4:20:02 GMT 8
where did u get it brad and how much?
am planning on trying kenda karma's.anyone knows where i can get one and how much it is? where should i go to see a wide variety of tires to choose from?pokyaps?
anyone seen maxxis crossmark tires here?
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Post by eiwol on Jun 20, 2006 4:55:32 GMT 8
got it for P550 a pair from a bike shop in Tumana... was looking for some other semi-slick but good thing i stumbled upon this one... it's good for road but i have to test it for trail use...
i'm also looking for some panaracer fire xc pro or kenda karma for my hardtail and maxxis flyweights for my dad's bike... anybody knows where i can get these and for how much?
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Post by pazigrider on Jun 20, 2006 13:05:30 GMT 8
bought my kenda karma 2.0 dtc tires at quaipo for P450 each (last 7 mos). it weighs 480gms each - one of the lightest 2.0 tires  |
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Post by xctofi on Jun 20, 2006 13:15:14 GMT 8
bought my kenda karma 2.0 dtc tires at quaipo for P450 each (last 7 mos). it weighs 480gms each - one of the lightest 2.0 tires Thanks for the tip boss bigots! ;D well within the budget.what can u say about the tires sir? is it really good?7 mos huh?buhay pa ba?(is it still alive?)  |
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Post by pazigrider on Jun 20, 2006 15:26:35 GMT 8
bought my kenda karma 2.0 dtc tires at quaipo for P450 each (last 7 mos). it weighs 480gms each - one of the lightest 2.0 tires Thanks for the tip boss bigots! ;D well within the budget.what can u say about the tires sir? is it really good?7 mos huh?buhay pa ba?(is it still alive?) well my karmas are still running good after surviving the trails of maarat-afp, puray (with river crossings), wawa and abuyod-lagundi fortunately, didn't experienced any problems with it during those rides occasionally, ride with it at UP, amari and sumulong i'm looking forward to riding with these tires on the trails for another year or so - hopefully |
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Post by mountguitars on Jun 20, 2006 20:12:46 GMT 8
Thanks for the tip boss bigots! ;D well within the budget.what can u say about the tires sir? is it really good?7 mos huh?buhay pa ba?(is it still alive?) well my karmas are still running good after surviving the trails of maarat-afp, puray (with river crossings), wawa and abuyod-lagundi fortunately, didn't experienced any problems with it during those rides occasionally, ride with it at UP, amari and sumulong i'm looking forward to riding with these tires on the trails for another year or so - hopefully apparently, the kenda karmas available at kings is not the soft compound type. it'll last for a long time, even a year. its not actually something to be proud of. stiffer compounds dont offer much grip. i sometimes hear my tire skid when i do a full stop on dirt and specially on road. something you would occassionally hear on softer compound tires. i really couldn't tell though how much grip i am losing compared to other tires but overall, these tires rock. if you want more grip, you can run on low air pressure on your tubes since its 2.0 but nothing beats the grip of softcompound tires. i guess its just a matter of choice and how you handle your bike that would make you love or hate this tire. as for me, i have 2 pairs of this tire so i guess i love 'em, hehe. ;D |
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Post by eiwol on Jun 20, 2006 23:39:50 GMT 8
are those the folding type? Tofi, if ever you will go there, buy me one (not a pair) so i can replace my rear tire... thanks in advance!
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Post by mountguitars on Jun 21, 2006 0:01:58 GMT 8
are those the folding type? Tofi, if ever you will go there, buy me one (not a pair) so i can replace my rear tire... thanks in advance! these tires are boxed. the real deal, hehe. ;D besides, they wouldn't weigh 480grams at 2.0 with the wires, hehe. so far, these are the lightest 2.0's i've seen so far. even lighter than some 1.95's. that's why these tires are so versatile. |
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Post by xctofi on Jun 21, 2006 6:13:45 GMT 8
ok lowie,i will.i'll call em up first to check for availability.
Jon,will u sell me the extra pair u have if i dont find one?hehehe
Thanks for the tips!
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Post by eiwol on Jun 21, 2006 6:22:29 GMT 8
ok lowie,i will.i'll call em up first to check for availability. Jon,will u sell me the extra pair u have if i dont find one?hehehe Thanks for the tips! tig-isa tayo! hehehe (trans. share share share!!! hehehe) |
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Post by pazigrider on Jun 21, 2006 8:39:28 GMT 8
heard some good reviews about it - so i'll buy a 1.95 nevegals after retiring my 2.0 karmas "mahal lang talaga" ;D ;D |
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Post by mountguitars on Jun 21, 2006 11:54:51 GMT 8
heard some good reviews about it - so i'll buy a 1.95 nevegals after retiring my 2.0 karmas "mahal lang talaga" ;D ;D tofi & eiwol, i think pazigrider will be disposing his karmas. better get his attention, hehe. my 2 pairs? they're installed on my XC bikes. i do have variations of specialized tires though (adrenaline, roll-x and fast track). but i just use 'em alternately (experimenting) on my all mountain rig. too darn heavy and too da*n fat to be used on a XC rig. so true with the nevegals. this is the gold standard in my opinion. if only they didnt wear out fast or if they're (at least) light, i would've bought myself a pair. |
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Post by xctofi on Jun 21, 2006 12:05:55 GMT 8
heard some good reviews about it - so i'll buy a 1.95 nevegals after retiring my 2.0 karmas "mahal lang talaga" ;D ;D tofi & eiwol, i think pazigrider will be disposing his karmas. better get his attention, hehe. my 2 pairs? they're installed on my XC bikes. i do have variations of specialized tires though (adrenaline, roll-x and fast track). but i just use 'em alternately (experimenting) on my all mountain rig. too darn heavy and too da*n fat to be used on a XC rig. so true with the nevegals. this is the gold standard in my opinion. if only they didnt wear out fast or if they're (at least) light, i would've bought myself a pair. when he retires 'em.so slicks na yun pag ganun.hehehe well nevegals are indeed the best out there but they're really not that budget friendly. |
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Post by dayuhan on Jun 22, 2006 20:31:57 GMT 8
I liked the ride quality of the Karma but had problems with durability. The sidewalls are really thin and they do tear. Probably not an issue if you don't ride on rocks, but if you do, watch out.
I've settled on a combination of Kenda Nevegal Stik-E 2.1 on the back and Nokian Gazzaloddi Core 2.1 on the front. The Nevegal grabs well and the more aggressive tread pattern on the Nokians helps in cornering on technical single track and slick DH stuff. There's more weight and rolling resistance than on a pure XC 1.95 tire, but the added grip and traction really help on technical trails, without going all the way to a 2.3 or bigger.
May not be appropriate for everybody's riding conditions, but for the Sagada mix of rough-surface roads and single track, climbing and descending, it works pretty well. They aren't cheap tires, but the Nokians in particular are extremely durable, and they do the job.
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Post by xctofi on Jun 28, 2006 12:32:36 GMT 8
Tough luck called King's and Cycle Art - no Karma's
Paulina's have 'em @ 900 bucks each / tubeless versions
Extreme got 1 piece left for 1k.
anybody seen some Kenda Karma's lately?the non tubeless ones @ 450 bucks?
Thank you very much
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Post by BrusKO on Jun 28, 2006 12:34:21 GMT 8
Told you Edmund has a set on a built bike. If you're not getting it, I will.
Thank you very much
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Post by xctofi on Jun 28, 2006 12:41:56 GMT 8
i will go there this week and get the bike.
Thank you very much
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Post by BrusKO on Jun 28, 2006 12:46:11 GMT 8
Can you then sell me the tires after you get the bike?
Thank you very much
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