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Review by AnonymousReviewed 7/31/2014by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastChattanooga, TN6 of 7 customers found this review helpful.Love them. So much less rolling resistance for cruising.I only have 100 miles on these but I have to say I am impressed. The more I ride them the happier I am with them. They mounted easy, and seem to be tough enough as I have had no punctures. I would recommend the 100psi option. As these went on a mountain bike, the harder tire hasn't been an issue for me.
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I only have 100 miles on these but I have to say I am impressed. The more I ride them the happier I am with them. They mounted easy, and seem to be tough enough as I have had no punctures. I would recommend the 100psi option. As these went on a mountain bike, the harder tire hasn't been an issue for me.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 7/7/2014by AnonymousCasual CyclistWisconsin0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Good TireI put these tires on an old two person Schwinn bike. So far everything is working great. I did have to get different rims for the bike tires because the ISO was different from the older rims that were on the bike. The high pressure tires give me more confidence having twice the weight on the tires.
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I put these tires on an old two person Schwinn bike. So far everything is working great. I did have to get different rims for the bike tires because the ISO was different from the older rims that were on the bike. The high pressure tires give me more confidence having twice the weight on the tires.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 4/25/2014by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastCentral Maine13 of 13 customers found this review helpful.What A DifferencePurchased a 1.5, 100 pair to replace 2.125 on a tandem. These really are faster tires with less drag. Prior to purchase, contacted Kenda regarding choice of the low pressure with the flat guard or the high pressure that did not have any. They got back right away to me and I selected the high pressure. No problems so far and almost look forward to the inclines during the Trek Across Maine now.
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Purchased a 1.5, 100 pair to replace 2.125 on a tandem. These really are faster tires with less drag. Prior to purchase, contacted Kenda regarding choice of the low pressure with the flat guard or the high pressure that did not have any. They got back right away to me and I selected the high pressure. No problems so far and almost look forward to the inclines during the Trek Across Maine now.
Review by pgraggReviewed 3/10/2014by pgraggCasual CyclistVancouver, WA10 of 10 customers found this review helpful.Very impressive tires!I installed a couple of these amazing tires on my wife's mountain bike so that we could ride together Without having to buy her a new road bike. They're amazing. Get the high pressure tires, as they will limit friction on the road. They feel rock solid.
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I installed a couple of these amazing tires on my wife's mountain bike so that we could ride together Without having to buy her a new road bike. They're amazing. Get the high pressure tires, as they will limit friction on the road. They feel rock solid.
Review by istealjuiceReviewed 2/26/2014by istealjuiceCycling EnthusiastIndianapolis2 of 10 customers found this review helpful.Waste of moneyThese tires suffered two punctures in the first 200 miles. A tiny piece of glass made a huge gash in the tread. These tires also don't roll very well either, feel a bit sluggish.
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These tires suffered two punctures in the first 200 miles. A tiny piece of glass made a huge gash in the tread. These tires also don't roll very well either, feel a bit sluggish.
Review by thecerkinReviewed 2/17/2014by thecerkinCasual CyclistVancouver, WA.7 of 8 customers found this review helpful.Nice wet weather tireMy mountain bike moostly sees city riding .... I like the low end gearing for moving loads of groceries, trips to the hardware store, etc. The stock mountain bike knobby tires were terrible in the rain and just way too big for my needs. These tires how ever, are just about perfect for sloching around wet Vancouver Washington streets!
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My mountain bike moostly sees city riding .... I like the low end gearing for moving loads of groceries, trips to the hardware store, etc. The stock mountain bike knobby tires were terrible in the rain and just way too big for my needs. These tires how ever, are just about perfect for sloching around wet Vancouver Washington streets!
Review by JamesReviewed 11/19/2019by JamesMarshalltown1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.A good tire for wet conditions. Very pleased with the performance of this tire in wet conditions, I am using this tire on a recumbent trike and it surpasses any other tire I have used in wet conditions.
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Very pleased with the performance of this tire in wet conditions, I am using this tire on a recumbent trike and it surpasses any other tire I have used in wet conditions.
Review by J NaturalReviewed 12/12/2013by J NaturalChicago5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.these tires roll nice, and they provide more control than i thought they would.I ride my hybrid in the city. Don't do much unpaved road riding anymore so changed the tires hoping for a little more speed. Was worried about sacrificing control on wet roads or making quick turns. But these tires have made me happy in both categories. Smooth ,quiet ride.
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I ride my hybrid in the city. Don't do much unpaved road riding anymore so changed the tires hoping for a little more speed. Was worried about sacrificing control on wet roads or making quick turns. But these tires have made me happy in both categories. Smooth ,quiet ride.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 10/29/2013by AnonymousCasual CyclistNE PA6 of 6 customers found this review helpful.Great tire for rail trail usageThis is a nice affordable tire for rail trail riding on my comfort bike, whether paved or crushed gravel. It has even performed well on some slightly more rugged sections of the trail.
Comfortable, stable and efficient.
If I usually rode pavement, I would probably opt for the high pressure, although I don't notice any issues with the lower pressure version that I have been using.
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This is a nice affordable tire for rail trail riding on my comfort bike, whether paved or crushed gravel. It has even performed well on some slightly more rugged sections of the trail.
Comfortable, stable and efficient.
If I usually rode pavement, I would probably opt for the high pressure, although I don't notice any issues with the lower pressure version that I have been using.
Review by FlatlanderReviewed 8/8/2019by FlatlanderCycling EnthusiastSacramento, CAHigh Pressure Model WorksIt's not easy to find a 26-inch tire that will take 100 lbs of air. If you are heavy or have a heavy bike like a tandem, as I do, you might find these significantly smoother and faster than the lower pressure ones.
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It's not easy to find a 26-inch tire that will take 100 lbs of air. If you are heavy or have a heavy bike like a tandem, as I do, you might find these significantly smoother and faster than the lower pressure ones.
Review by exhikerReviewed 1/14/2019by exhikerNew York State &40Canada&41 Road tiresIve been riding Kenda Kwest road tires for two years now and have been extremely happy with their performance. I have a classic 80s Giant Iguana Mtn Bike which I utilize for both road & trail! I have two separate pairs of rims for switching to whatever type I have the itch for. The tires average between 2000 - 3000 miles before replacing and the road surface, although not the worse, certainly is not the best. I do team these tires up with liners to avoid flats!
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Ive been riding Kenda Kwest road tires for two years now and have been extremely happy with their performance. I have a classic 80s Giant Iguana Mtn Bike which I utilize for both road & trail! I have two separate pairs of rims for switching to whatever type I have the itch for. The tires average between 2000 - 3000 miles before replacing and the road surface, although not the worse, certainly is not the best. I do team these tires up with liners to avoid flats!
Review by ClayReviewed 11/19/2018by ClayMissouriGreat Product - Great ServiceOrdered these tires for my Trek hybrid. They were just what i wanted. Tires fit exact, look nice, and roll smooth! I recommend bikes direct and I am a first time buyer!
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Ordered these tires for my Trek hybrid. They were just what i wanted. Tires fit exact, look nice, and roll smooth! I recommend bikes direct and I am a first time buyer!
Review by JohnReviewed 11/17/2018by JohnCycling EnthusiastFlorida in winter Mn In summer2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I have used these Kenda tires for years they perform reakky well. I have used these tires and tubes for over 10 years and always replace the warn tires with the Kenda 100 psi tires I have over 30,000 Miles on my bike.
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I have used these tires and tubes for over 10 years and always replace the warn tires with the Kenda 100 psi tires I have over 30,000 Miles on my bike.
Review by MikeReviewed 11/15/2018by MikeFalls Church, VAKenda Kwest K193 26 x 1.5Bought these tires to replace a ten year old set of Continental Sport Contact 26 x 1.6 and while the Kenda K193 are not as supple, you cant beat the 100 psi max inflation pressure. All in all, very satisfied with purchase.
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Bought these tires to replace a ten year old set of Continental Sport Contact 26 x 1.6 and while the Kenda K193 are not as supple, you cant beat the 100 psi max inflation pressure. All in all, very satisfied with purchase.
Review by jpattersonReviewed 10/15/2018by jpattersonCasual CyclistSacramento CAThese make my re-purposed old mountain bike into a pretty slick cruising machine!These are sticky! A good thing!. Excellent for old mountain bikes and other cruisers! Fast!
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These are sticky! A good thing!. Excellent for old mountain bikes and other cruisers! Fast!
Review by MikeReviewed 10/3/2018by Mikemichigan1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Fast road tireReplaced tires on my wifes townie bike, greatly reduced rolling resistance over tires it replaced that where only rated for 60 psig
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Replaced tires on my wifes townie bike, greatly reduced rolling resistance over tires it replaced that where only rated for 60 psig
Review by HelldagoReviewed 7/28/2018by HelldagoCycling EnthusiastWaterford.N.Y.Great price and a great riding tire!These are my get around town tires they have good traction and yet still cool fast!
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These are my get around town tires they have good traction and yet still cool fast!
Review by John and sharonReviewed 4/3/2018by John and sharonDaily CommuterBeverly Hills Fl.1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.We have used bikes Direct for some time and have been pleased with their prompt servicewe use these tires and tubes on mountain bikes fro road riding . have used these for many years and have had very good luck with both the tires and the tubes.
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we use these tires and tubes on mountain bikes fro road riding . have used these for many years and have had very good luck with both the tires and the tubes.
Review by Mike / W.Mass.Reviewed 12/4/2017by Mike / W.Mass.Daily CommuterW. Mass.1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.easy rolling,sticks pretty well in rain Commute to work daily,tire meets expectations, Wish they made it in 1.75.
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Commute to work daily,tire meets expectations, Wish they made it in 1.75.
Review by V-rex riderReviewed 11/16/2017by V-rex riderDaily CommuterRochester, NY2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Great all around recumbent road tire!I've used the Kenda Kwest tires for the last two sets of tires on my Rans V-rex. I've been getting neary 3,000 miles on the back tire before replacement! I've been running with Tuffy tire liners to minimize flats too and haven't had a flat since. They are a great price too! I would highly recommend.
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I've used the Kenda Kwest tires for the last two sets of tires on my Rans V-rex. I've been getting neary 3,000 miles on the back tire before replacement! I've been running with Tuffy tire liners to minimize flats too and haven't had a flat since. They are a great price too! I would highly recommend.