SchwalbeBlackJack 26" MTB Tire (HS 407)(Return to Product Page)

These tires can handle most terrain and have low rolling resistance. Coming from knobby off-road tires, the differences were very noticeable. Lightweight and get up to speed fast. Good tread life.

The only perceived negative would be that after 3/4 tread or so was worn down, they felt like they were prone to slide out from under you on tight turns over packed gravel.

This is a good tire to balance street and dirt riding. I haven't tried it on dirt, but the knobs look decent for digging into loose over hard or getting over wet rocks and roots. I wouldn't suggest these as a off-road only tire, as the center knobs don't have gaps for grabbing rock/roots. I don't think these would shed mud well either.

On the road, they roll relatively fast and don't make a lot of noise. The rubber compound is softer than a standard road tire, so you will get above average grip, especially on uneven surfaces and poorly maintained roads.

for the price, I couldn't be more impressed. they perform great on and off the road.

These Schwalbes look fantastic, are easy to mount, and an incredible value. Thanks BTD, awesome as always.

great tire for the ice .

I'm sure there are better tires out there, but for the price, I don't think you can do much better than these. I am completely satisfied, and would definitely purchase these tires again.

Nice tires, I ride half pavement, half sand and gravel, these work better than any mountain bike tires I have ever had.

I do a combination of dirt and street and this tire fits the bill. Handles nicely in the dirt and while a little lumpy on the street, it has plenty of grip. I really like the look it adds to my bike.

Couldn't find these tires for older mountain bike. Bike shop could order, but price would be 2x what I paid with Bike tires direct.

Tires went on easy and provide a good tread for gripping the dirt trails. Good value!