Schwalbe G-One Speed 30c update.
Set-Up
Currently Mounted on i9 UL23CX which is a set of tubeless clinchers that I know well as CX training wheels.
Internal Width is 23mm. Pressure is currently about 60psi, i9 has recommended against going much higher. (I'm about 165 lbs at the moment)
Tubeless set-up was one of the easiest (of hundreds) that I've mounted. Went on by hand, pumped with floor pump and seated immediately. Currently Orange Seal inside.
Size:
~ 31mm which, in my opinion, is slightly undersized considering the internal width of the rim (23mm). This is slightly disappointing as I was hoping these would go to ~32mm on a 21mm rim.
Edit: After 1 week, they are now measuring at 32.5mm on the same rim @ 60psi
Grip:
Compound feels quite soft and grippy. Profile, even considering the width of the rim is fairly tall. I find both of these tend to give good cornering grip. Doubtful if the small "knobs" do anything for grip.
Rolling:
I rode these after having previously ridden 37c WTB Riddlers on a bike that had previously had 32c Clement Xplor USHs. It was surprising how much faster the g-one speeds were. Obviously more so than the Riddlers, but still much more so than the USH's. Although, a better competitor for this tire would be the Donnelly CDGs.
However, perhaps due to a bit lower than optimal (for rolling) pressure, they feel a bit "sluggish" compared to a nice clincher with latex tubes. I rode along in the group lunch-ride without a hitch.
UPDATE March 18, 2018
Wheels:
Currently mounted on Industry Nine 9.65 wheels, which are probably overkill for this event. However, at 200g lighter than 404's and 7mm deeper(65mm), I figured why not. I did PR a tough climb, so I do not think the additional 200g over the i9 ULCX training wheels will outweigh the aero benefits (Wheelset weight 1550g (advertised) for Tubeless, Centerlock Disc)
Mounting:
Just as easy as the other i9's. Floor pump, no tire levers
Size
32mm at 70psi on 21mm internal rims. Slightly smaller than the wider rim, but just what I expected.
Rolling
Any sense of sluggishness is gone at 70psi. However, they still absorb road imperfections like a good supple tire. Almost giving you that "I have a flat feeling" when you do not get jarred to the extent that you're expecting.
Off road
I've rallied these down some dirt descents, singletrack and rock strewn areas. I'm quite happy with how they're performed including getting a PR down a trail that I was previously fastest on my MTB and which elicited "That was rougher than I remember" comments from the group. Granted 70psi in these conditions is neither plush nor smooth, it is completely survivable and at times fun because of the extra driftyness. I do not believe this wheel or tire combination will be holding me back, however, my primary racing is cyclocross and I tend to be faster than my road-peers in these conditions.
All in all, I'm happy with the Schwalbe G-One Speeds (30c).
I talk a lot - Give it a listen: http://www.fasttalklabs.com/category/fast-talk
I also give Training Advice via http://www.ForeverEndurance.com
The above poster has eschewed traditional employment and is currently undertaking the ill-conceived task of launching his own hardgoods company. Statements are not made on behalf of nor reflective of anything in any manner... unless they're good, then they count.
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Set-Up
Currently Mounted on i9 UL23CX which is a set of tubeless clinchers that I know well as CX training wheels.
Internal Width is 23mm. Pressure is currently about 60psi, i9 has recommended against going much higher. (I'm about 165 lbs at the moment)
Tubeless set-up was one of the easiest (of hundreds) that I've mounted. Went on by hand, pumped with floor pump and seated immediately. Currently Orange Seal inside.
Size:
~ 31mm which, in my opinion, is slightly undersized considering the internal width of the rim (23mm). This is slightly disappointing as I was hoping these would go to ~32mm on a 21mm rim.
Edit: After 1 week, they are now measuring at 32.5mm on the same rim @ 60psi
Grip:
Compound feels quite soft and grippy. Profile, even considering the width of the rim is fairly tall. I find both of these tend to give good cornering grip. Doubtful if the small "knobs" do anything for grip.
Rolling:
I rode these after having previously ridden 37c WTB Riddlers on a bike that had previously had 32c Clement Xplor USHs. It was surprising how much faster the g-one speeds were. Obviously more so than the Riddlers, but still much more so than the USH's. Although, a better competitor for this tire would be the Donnelly CDGs.
However, perhaps due to a bit lower than optimal (for rolling) pressure, they feel a bit "sluggish" compared to a nice clincher with latex tubes. I rode along in the group lunch-ride without a hitch.
UPDATE March 18, 2018
Wheels:
Currently mounted on Industry Nine 9.65 wheels, which are probably overkill for this event. However, at 200g lighter than 404's and 7mm deeper(65mm), I figured why not. I did PR a tough climb, so I do not think the additional 200g over the i9 ULCX training wheels will outweigh the aero benefits (Wheelset weight 1550g (advertised) for Tubeless, Centerlock Disc)
Mounting:
Just as easy as the other i9's. Floor pump, no tire levers
Size
32mm at 70psi on 21mm internal rims. Slightly smaller than the wider rim, but just what I expected.
Rolling
Any sense of sluggishness is gone at 70psi. However, they still absorb road imperfections like a good supple tire. Almost giving you that "I have a flat feeling" when you do not get jarred to the extent that you're expecting.
Off road
I've rallied these down some dirt descents, singletrack and rock strewn areas. I'm quite happy with how they're performed including getting a PR down a trail that I was previously fastest on my MTB and which elicited "That was rougher than I remember" comments from the group. Granted 70psi in these conditions is neither plush nor smooth, it is completely survivable and at times fun because of the extra driftyness. I do not believe this wheel or tire combination will be holding me back, however, my primary racing is cyclocross and I tend to be faster than my road-peers in these conditions.
All in all, I'm happy with the Schwalbe G-One Speeds (30c).
I talk a lot - Give it a listen: http://www.fasttalklabs.com/category/fast-talk
I also give Training Advice via http://www.ForeverEndurance.com
The above poster has eschewed traditional employment and is currently undertaking the ill-conceived task of launching his own hardgoods company. Statements are not made on behalf of nor reflective of anything in any manner... unless they're good, then they count.
http://www.AGNCYINNOVATION.com
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xtrpickels: Mar 18, 18 14:02