SCHWALBE Marathon Racer GreenGuard 700x38c Rigid Urban Tyre: The Ultimate in Speed and City PerformanceExperience the pinnacle of urban cycling performance with the SCHWALBE Marathon Racer 700C x 38 Rigid Urban Tyre. As the lightest and sportiest member of the legendary Marathon family, this tyre is meticulously engineered for riders who demand speed, agility, and uncompromising reliability on their daily commutes and city adventures. It transforms your urban, trekking, or fitness bike into a faster, more responsive machine, perfectly blending the swiftness of a racing tyre with the robust durability required for the modern cityscape.Engineered for Maximum Speed and EfficiencyThe Marathon Racer is built for cyclists who refuse to be slowed down. Its sophisticated, low-profile tread design and advanced ADDIX GREEN compound work in perfect harmony to deliver exceptionally low rolling resistance. Feel the difference as you glide effortlessly over asphalt, conserving energy and reaching your destination faster. The tyre´s lightweight construction further enhances acceleration and nimble handling, making it the perfect choice for fast-paced urban cycling, fitness riding, and light touring where speed is a priority.Dependable RaceGuard Puncture ProtectionDon´t let the threat of a flat tyre disrupt your journey. The SCHWALBE Marathon Racer is equipped with the highly effective RaceGuard puncture protection belt. This reliable system features a double layer of cross-woven nylon fabric, creating a robust shield against common road hazards like sharp gravel, glass shards, and thorns. This level of protection is integrated without adding significant weight, thus preserving the tyre´s sporty, lightweight character and ensuring you can ride with confidence and peace of mind.Superior Grip and Confident HandlingNavigate bustling city streets with absolute control. The high-performance ADDIX GREEN compound provides outstanding grip and traction on both wet and dry pavement. This allows for confident cornering at speed, predictable handling in traffic, and shorter, more effective braking distances—all crucial for the dynamic and often unpredictable environment of urban cycling. Whether you´re weaving through traffic or enjoying a swift ride on a bike path, the Marathon Racer gives you the control you need when it matters most.Enhanced Safety with Reflective SidewallsBe seen and stay safe during dawn, dusk, and nighttime rides. The tyre features a continuous, highly reflective line on the sidewall that illuminates brightly when struck by vehicle headlights. This simple yet critical feature significantly increases your lateral visibility to motorists and other road users, adding an essential layer of safety for commuting in low-light conditions.---Technical Specifications:* Product Code: SCHWALBE TIRES 700x38 (40-622) MARATHON RACER BLACK/REFLEX HS429* Wheel Size: 28´´- 700C* ETRTO Size: 40-622* Tyre Width: 38 mm (1.50 Inches)* Tyre Type: Clincher* Compound: ADDIX GREEN* Puncture Protection: RaceGuard (Protection level 4/7)* Sidewall: LiteSkin with Black-Reflex (Reflective Line)* Recommended Pressure: 3.5 - 6.0 Bar (50 - 85 psi)* Maximum Load: 95 kg* EPI (Ends Per Inch): 67* Weight: approx. 530 g