both my boys race on XC MTB on Schwalbe, Trying some Vittoria

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this fall on my youngest. For Schwalbe you really have to pay attention to what you purchase: compound and carcass selections abound and are usually put in combos for different styles of riding and terrain. Not uncommon for us to change out tires based on weather and location conditions.

Posted: 08/20/2024 at 11:06 AM ET

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both my boys race on XC MTB on Schwalbe, Trying some Vittoria ◄ -- calihokie Aug 20, 2024 at 11:06 AM ET

calihokie • 08/20/24 11:06 AM ET

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