Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres

JC Coach
JC Coach Posts: 13
edited August 2012 in Road buying advice
Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres
John C
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  • shane r
    shane r Posts: 326
    I FINALLY punctured this past weekend after two full years of riding Ultremos. As I was changing the tube with a couple club mates, I said out loud that I can't believe that I had been carrying around the very same tube for 1000's of miles over 2 years.

    I have two sets of wheels that I have used during this time-both with Ultremos.

    This is without a doubt the most reliable, robust tyre I have ever used.

    Just to add to this that one set has the older R.1 model whilst the other has the newer ZX. Both superb!
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  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    I use R1s and they are fine.

    PS tubes are repairable.
    Faster than a tent.......
  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • team47b
    team47b Posts: 6,425
    Well you've learnt something.

    • Shwalbe hate you
    • Their tyres don't suit where you ride
    • And as Rolf says tubes are repairable
    • We all love ultremo zx's

    some days you can't help but learn :D
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  • Gazzaputt
    Gazzaputt Posts: 3,227
    Riding R.1 on one bike and ZX on the other. A few punctures but on the whole they've been fine.
  • NWW
    NWW Posts: 7
    I've used these for about 18 months and many Ks and only had one flat. I use these with the DA C24 wheel set and the combination results in one of the fastest and smoothest rides I have experienced. I was so impressed by them and their grip that I use the 25mm version as my winter tyre. The 25s are back on as the road conditions resemble those in autumn with the amount of gravel etc.
  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    JC Coach wrote:
    Subject says ZX (not R1) and nothing about tubes!!

    ZX = replacement to R1 so probably pretty similar (the hype is likely to change faster than the product!) and you did mention tubes.

    You need to increase your post rate to more than half a post a year :lol:
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  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • Twelly
    Twelly Posts: 1,437
    JC Coach wrote:
    Very infuriating. Tubes are Decathlon specials so at least they don't cost much.
    Rolf F wrote:
    tubes are repairable.
    JC Coach wrote:
    The tubes are irrelevant...

    Calm down mate. You are the only one getting arsey.
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  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Not arsey... It's just that I can read!!!
    The subject is clearly "Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres"
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  • Twelly
    Twelly Posts: 1,437
    You said you get lots of punctures - because of the tyres
    You then said it's ok because the tubes are cheap to replace
    Rolf F then said you can repair tubes (so you don't waste money replacing)
    You then came on your period and had a hissy fit about smart arse comments
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  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    Sweetie

    You are posting on a public forum. If you don't want people to digress in the slightest, then why mention stuff you consider irrelevant. You could have saved us all time by saying

    "My Ultremo ZXs are crap and Schwalbe don't care - you may wish to consider other makes".

    All I was doing was trying helpfully to suggest that a) along with others here I have found Schwalbe to be fine therefore don't assume that the OPs experience is universal and b) that repairing tubes saves money.

    And you call this a "clever/smart/witless response". TBH, I'm insulted. I think if you search these forums you can find quite a few posts of mine that could be classed as "clever/smart/witless" but this one was just trying to be helpful.

    If I was trying to be "clever/smart/witless" I might have replied here by saying "Why oh why didn't you just title the thread 'Schwabe Ultremo ZX Tyres are crap - under no circumstances is anything else to be discussed in this thread or I will have a hissy fit'".
    Faster than a tent.......
  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres are RUBBISH
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • Twelly
    Twelly Posts: 1,437
    JC Coach wrote:
    R1 does not = ZX ...... Different product!!!!!!!!
    DUH!!!

    Again off topic....
    I have full respect for those that USE ZX and have whatever experience... as my posts say... It is the Schwalbe response and added notes that should be marked on the tyres for consumers.

    I did expect positive responses about the tyres... as well as more negative.... but to divert subject into tubes, R1's etc etc is clearly not using your reading and understanding ability to the full

    You are clearly an idiot. Here's some cheese to go with your whine.

    cheese.jpg
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  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    JC Coach wrote:
    The ZX was the subject not R1, not tubes. Posts on the subject by users of the product would be very constructive.
    Rolf F wrote:
    No mention of R1s at all
    JC Coach wrote:
    R1 does not = ZX ...... Different product!!!!!!!!
    DUH!!!

    I didn't even mention R1s! No amount of multiple exclamation marks is going to change that. And you said you could read......... (you're funny!) :lol:
    Faster than a tent.......
  • noodleman
    noodleman Posts: 852
    Just thought I'd mention my rear zx is fraying all the way round the tire wall. Also the sidewall seems to be coming away from the rest of the tire. Was gonna complain to schwalbe but probably not worth it after your experience.
    Think I'll stick with vittoria cx. Probably only done about 300 miles on the schwalbe. Not great value for money in my opinion.
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  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    Smelly whatever - And you are a Pussy! Who loves the cream
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  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    Rolf F wrote:
    JC Coach wrote:
    The ZX was the subject not R1, not tubes. Posts on the subject by users of the product would be very constructive.
    Rolf F wrote:
    No mention of R1s at all
    JC Coach wrote:
    R1 does not = ZX ...... Different product!!!!!!!!
    DUH!!!

    I didn't even mention R1s! No amount of multiple exclamation marks is going to change that. And you said you could read......... (you're funny!) :lol:

    Clearly posting is your day job.... Bet it pays you what you are worth!
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • ALaPlage
    ALaPlage Posts: 732
    A different experience for me. Over 1000 miles on Schwalbe ZX HD over the last 4 months and no punctures, no splitting, no fraying and not pitting either. Don't race. Ride on less than smooth North Yorkshire and Cheshire roads.

    Tyres have been great. Had R1's previously and they covered almost 3000 puncture free miles and were still fine - I sold them with my last bike and the HD's were fitted to my new bike from new.

    So interesting points made but not my experience. Conversely my mate has Schwalbe Duranos on hisvCube Peloton and has punctured three times on rides with me.
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  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    JC Coach wrote:
    Clearly posting is your day job.... Bet it pays you what you are worth!

    Oh the irony!

    Has it occurred to you that the reason that Schwalbe are dismissive of your claim is that maybe you have displayed to them the same attitude problem that you display here? You should try cutting down on the insults and start being nice to folk and then you might get more help. Just a thought :wink:
    ALaPlage wrote:
    Tyres have been great. Had R1's previously and they covered almost 3000 puncture free miles and were still fine - I sold them with my last bike and the HD's were fitted to my new bike from new.

    Oh god - don't mention R1s again or he'll have a heart attack :lol:
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  • Tom Dean
    Tom Dean Posts: 1,723
    JC Coach wrote:
    I just wish that Cycling Plus had put this in their article and that Schwalbe were honest enough to put it on the packaging that the tyre was only for smooth surfaces, racing and would last less than 200miles.

    You should complain to / sue Cycling Plus
  • arthur_scrimshaw
    arthur_scrimshaw Posts: 2,596
    Problem with my rear tyre

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    contacted Schwalbe and they were great, asked me to send off the tyre to them, just received a brand new ZX plus two tubes to cover the cost of postage.

    Maybe you didn't ask nicely? :)
  • JC Coach
    JC Coach Posts: 13
    edited August 2012
    woft!


    The article in C+ was by an independent reviewer - Like most products on test, they are not always returned or used to destruction and clearly, the manufacturer would ensure product sent out was perfect.
    The issue is that the information sent in explanation should be on the box and marketing for this tyre, so that non-racers are aware.

    Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres Are RUBBISH
    John C
    www.sports-coaching.com
  • rolf_f
    rolf_f Posts: 16,015
    JC Coach wrote:
    As a professional full time paid working in cycling, I don't endorse products but am clearly asked about products. I try to give a balanced response. When an International supplier cannot give explanation why product is not fit for use, then there is clearly a problem.

    This lead me to (unusually) post on a forum, to just warn normal bike riders to be sure of what they expect from a tyre and how little Schwalbe expect from their tyres... However, I have fallen into the trap of mixing with the opinionated people (nutters) who try to be funny or read what is not there and miss what is.

    Well this is it isn't it. I try to be helpful but fail to make exactly the response you want so you insult me. You write an arrogant email with a hint of feeble blackmail to Schwalbe expecting them to jump to your requirements and they don't respond the way you want so you post a message on a forum with the expectation that everyone will instantly bow to your superior knowledge.

    I daren't imagine what you are like as a coach but I truly hope you don't come across in real life as badly as you do here.
    Faster than a tent.......
  • Sesquepidilian
    Sesquepidilian Posts: 83
    noodleman wrote:
    Just thought I'd mention my rear zx is fraying all the way round the tire wall. Also the sidewall seems to be coming away from the rest of the tire. Was gonna complain to schwalbe but probably not worth it after your experience.
    Think I'll stick with vittoria cx. Probably only done about 300 miles on the schwalbe. Not great value for money in my opinion.

    My ZX are doing this too. I had assumed it was cack-handed tyre removal and replacing but I guess not. Also, despite a guaranteed 100psi on every ride and on different roads, I'm still picking up punctures. Last time the end cap of my hand pump had buggered off and I hadn't noticed - proper stich-up.
  • yeachan153
    yeachan153 Posts: 401
    lol thread :lol:
  • MattC59
    MattC59 Posts: 5,408
    I've just switched to Ultremo ZX HD tyres, and so far they've been fantactic. I really can't fault them.
    From this I can only conclude that they aren't rubbish.

    From the posts here, I can only conclude that JC Coach is rubbish, and when I say rubbish, I mean a bit of a knob, and when I say a bit, I mean a total.
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  • DF33
    DF33 Posts: 732
    :D Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tyres

    Brilliant (in my humble opinion)

    Smooth, fast, good grip, all on Yorkshires unfinest roads.

    I love mine, so much so that I have a new boxed pair waiting for when the others wear out.

    Maybe I've just been lucky so far with mine.

    They are definately not Rubbish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So far
    Peter
  • Twelly
    Twelly Posts: 1,437
    JC Coach wrote:
    As a professional full time paid working in cycling, I don't endorse products but am clearly asked about products. I try to give a balanced response. When an International supplier cannot give explanation why product is not fit for use, then there is clearly a problem.

    This lead me to (unusually) post on a forum, to just warn normal bike riders to be sure of what they expect from a tyre and how little Schwalbe expect from their tyres... However, I have fallen into the trap of mixing with the opinionated people (nutters) who try to be funny or read what is not there and miss what is.

    Love it when people brag about being paid for something. It's called a job. Most people have one. Bravo for nailing one down. Your medal is in the post.

    I'm sure if you ever decide to endorse any product the manufacturer of said product will be overjoyed to have your expert opinion on board.

    But thanks for warning us 'normal bike riders' about the horror of Schwalbe tyres.I'm glad we have super hero bike riders like you to help us out. I will ensure I never come into contact with any of their products again for fear of instant death because of the shoddy workmanship. In fact I am attacking all three of my Schwalbe-shod bikes with a Stanley knife as we speak.

    Maybe you should keep your forum use 'unusual' as nobody here cares what you have to say if you are going to carry on being as rude, arrogant and aggressive as you have been so far.
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