Recycled Rubber and Tire Development - Schwalbe Eddy Current
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- Our Eurowolf, Robert, was able to visit the Schwalbe Tires HQ in Reischof, Germany, and was provided a neat experience. Getting to see what goes on behind the scenes with bicycle tire development and learning more about the specifics of tire design and manufacturing was very interesting. It was also cool to see what the brand new headquarters of a thriving bicycle company looks like. It was immediately obvious that Schwalbe strived to make their HQ a pleasant place to work, and one that encourages all the employees to enjoy commuting by bike. From the excellent bike storage and washing facilities to incentives for employees looking to commute to work, and even a workshop where they can have their machines serviced for free, it seemed like a sweet place to ride a bike to, and work.
LEARNING ABOUT EBIKE TIRE NEEDS
Talking with both Robert Mennen at HQ and Sean Cochran in the USA, it was clear that Schwalbe had prioritized three clear points in the development of their Eddy Current eMTB-specific tires:
⁍ Puncture Protection
⁍ Tread Durability
⁍ High Grip
Thanks to the drive unit on an electric mountain bike, the rolling resistance and weight are not so important as they can be overcome by the extra power. That’s not to say that these elements are not considered in the balance at all, but what’s more crucial in the eyes of the Schwalbe team is the trust the rider has in the tires; that they will be bulletproof and there will be a lot of grip for braking, accelerating and while turning. This was delivered through a number of elements of the design of the Eddy Currents.
First up, the Eddy Currents are only offered in the Addix Soft rubber compound - the second from stickiest in Schwalbe’s lineup. This compound was found to offer the best compromise between traction, durability and rolling resistance when fitted to eMTB’s. With the high mileage and intense riding that eBikes are typically subjected to, using the Ultra Soft rubber compound was found to compromise too much on the durability, so the Soft was the best compromise to retain high traction without wearing out too fast.
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eddy current FTW! On my 3 set in 3 years, only really changed them for fresh rubber for new season. Never had a puncture, never a flat, and lots of grip when i was for sure the tire was going to wash out.
Now I run a eddy current rear on 27.5 and a magic mary full soft front, and schwalbe needs to send me some free tires for promoting their brand everywhere I ride.
Me to ! To buy one is the problem ! Can't find or wrong size ! Or dont have ! Top with MM !
I like Eddy Currents! Cool to see the recycling element taking off too.
I run the new ultrasoft Eddie front. Total money.
Agreed!
Great video. I have both front and rear Eddy Currents on my e mtn bike and love them. 29 x 2.6 front and 27.5 x 2.8 rear.
Great video! I would love to see a slightly faster roller & lighter eddy current variant in the future for those long day out off road.
Great suggestion!
Actually run an eddy current 27.5/ 2.8 and Nobby nic 2.8 on the back (not an e bike either). Amazing grip. Unbelievable rolling resistance though 😂
I have got eddy current too, and i love the casing and thread pattern, but have had negative experience with the rubber compound addix soft, because after only few km some of the side knobs broke away, leaving the casing exposed. I know this was a problem of the first series of production and Schwalbe states, it has been fixed, but my reclamation was never answered, gotta try again after 2 or 3 months.
I'd of course LOVE a DH casing version and SUPER SOFT for Front
Please please please Schwalbe, make the Eddy Current front available in Super Gravity in the 2.4 size. You acknowledge weight is less important. Those of us who ride chunky stuff or realize the front is actually a great rear tire for improved braking need it available in SG as used to be the case 3 years ago!
Bought a pair and both were checked and cracked on the side walls new from the box.
2nd! Liked!
Thanks
@@TheLoamWolf just bought a Decoy core 4 because they are in sale. I am just aware that it has a short because you informed us. Can’t pass this sale by, off $2000. Ends on Jan 17! I called them. Restocks next month but not on sale anymore.
@@TheLoamWolf I meant to say that when I grind the Maxxis out of that rear tire, I will consider this Eddy Current. Thanks for the info!!!
What tires, cant find shwalbe tires 29x2.6” super gravity soft neither big betty or magic mery
Too sad i cant find the perfect tire cant find my 29x2.6 big betty addix soft dh casing and MM super soft trail
Does the tire cost 50 cents?
also whats the name of their new tire?
Magic mary soft, super gravity is my go to tyres for most of my bikes
Enduro and eeb n super dh super soft on the dh bike .
Is there a big difference between the mm and eddy on an eeb
I haven't used magic mary yet but the eddy current F/R are super grippy and indestructible 😊 heavy though, and may affect range considerably.