
User submitted reviews
Review by pdxsteve
I've been using this tire for training and long distance rides. Great puncture resistance and durability. I've worn the tread completely off and it is still going strong with no thread showing.
Review by Mike
I have sets of these tires on 2 bikes and I really like the durability and reflective stripe.
However - it's a challenge to mount these tires on some of my newer rims, especially some of the low volume ones that are tubeless-compatible. Really tight to get on.
Regardless, I'd buy again in a second.
Review by Brad
Just replaced the 700 x 35's on my Salsa Vaya after a couple of puncture flats on the stock tires. I have used this tire on my other bikes as well and have simply not had flats. For me it is well worth the price for not having to deal with stopping, unloading tools, using another tube or finding and patching the puncture, smiling and thanking everyone who stops to ask if I need help, putting it all back together, inflating, inflating, inflating, loading up again.... (you have been there). I would rather just ride and skip the drama. If that suits you as well, these tires are for you. Besides that, they are a fine feeling tire on the road, the equal of any I have used for quality of rolling, turning and stopping.
Review by Mark J.
Durable and very well made.
Review by Dave Az
I recently put these on my hybrid Scott bike. my OEM Schwalbes (semi-knobby with Smart Sam) lasted over 3000 miles but we're prone to punctures from goat heads. I was getting flats almost every ride. they weren't great in the rate wet that we rarely get in the southwest. with the Marathons, no flats in 300 miles so far. these are definitely grippier than my other tires were. a little less compliant ride but I can accept that as a compromise. tires are not light but also not an issue. I will be putting these on our other bikes too, very happy with them.
Review by Fire Guy
I've put 700 miles on a set of Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700c tires. I ride in wet & dry weather in western Washington these tires provide sure footed traction with no slipping on wet pavement. I haven't had any flat tires. I haven't noticed any visiable signs of wear & the tires roll smooth. I highly recommend the Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700c for commuting & touring.
Review by Jim
Got good reviews from many people and are deserving of these good reviews.
Review by bikeman5882
I use this tire as rear on my commuter.Rough roads & lots of sharp trash make this tire a godsend!
Review by Anonymous
I've used these tires for years and haven't gotten a flat yet. I generally ride only on trails and streets and have consistently gotten 8000 miles out of a set although the last time, I changed tires at 7000 and will do so from now on. That last 1000 miles is a little rough.
Review by davidlcoop
This tire is wonderful. The tire has a solid ride. I like the reflective surface, really bright at night.
A true upgrade from traditional tire offerings. I highly suggest a try.
Review by Anonymous
Great quality in these tires.
Review by The Black Rider
Due to liw income and its cheap rent I was forced to move to Trenton NJ. Its roads and infrastructure are some of the worst in Jersey.Anyway, the Schwalbe Marathon Plus keeps me safe and sound! I don't even have to think twice about blazing through shattered asphalt or filtering past cars using the gutter filled with sharp stones and glass. The dead of Winter is so not the season to be fiddling with a flat tire.
Review by Anonymous
These are normally great tires. I had to return mine due to delamination of the side wall. Quibble free return at no cost to me. Very happy. These things happen but this company put it right for me
Review by Anonymous
I have about 3500 miles on these tire and they will probably last 5000. I live in goathead country and have only had 3 flats when riding with these tire. I once rode off the path and end up going through a goathead patch. I picked up about twelve thorns in my tire. I pulled them out finished the last10 miles of the ride without going flat. The tube did develop a slow leak afterword.
Overal I am very pleased with the tires.
Review by Anonymous
Put size 700x35 on my Gary Fisher Utopia. The tires look sharp with the reflective strip. But, more importantly they ride great. Cushy ride and super easy rolling.
Review by BLSantaFe
Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700C tires are the best I have ever used for long-distance touring. In a recent ride from Bar Harbor, ME to New York City they provided stability, rolling ease, and ... no flats! Highly recommended.
Review by Just Will
Early in the season, I did ride with one of my buddy and he rode his 26 Surly LHT while I rode my Jamis Bosanova. The snow had just melted and there were some some parts that were soggy and the path was still a mess and also some parts that was just plain gravel. I was envious that he passed through any of these with ease.
I knew I'd never trade in my Bosanova and I couldn't afford having another touring bike at home, so getting bigger tires was my only option.
I found out the maximum I could put on my bike was 700x42 and after researching I found that the Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700x35 was close to 700x38 because of the extra thickness, so these are what I got now. I could've put on some cross tires, but I wanted something that is more puncture resistant. Plus, I have had good lucks with Schwalbe's warranty.
Review by Vincerunner
I bought this as a commuter tire as I can't afford to spend time changing tires during my commute. I was surprised on how comfortable these tires are. Definitely better than the Conti's / tire liner combo. I have full confidence in these. Weight-wise, I don't care and unless you are planning to race, neither should you. I'll put another set in my touring bike.
Review by JB
I use these on my hybrid street bike that I ride 10-12 miles daily.
Review by PDX Biker Glenn
I commute daily in all weather and do loaded touring. I am on my second set of these tires. I rode my first set for 9,200 miles with only one flat at 7,900 miles. By the amount of tread wear, I probably could have gotten another 1,000 miles plus out of them. I changed them only because I wanted a fresh set of tires on a 9-day tour. One criticism frequently heard is that these tires are heavy. Heavy compared to what? On tour or commuting in the rain in the dark, reliability and the resultant peace of mind are paramount. Hard to mount? Perhaps, but you only mount them once. Like any new tire, they are stiff. But I was able to mount them with fingers only (patience and easy going is the trick). Rims might make a difference - I use Velocity.

















