I've had my Brompton for about 18 months and have had 2 punctures in the rear tyre in the last month. When I changed the inner tube last time, I thoroughly checked the tyre for any objects so as not to re-puncture and it seemed ok so I'm guessing I've just been unlucky.
Anyway, my question is, I have standard Brompton tyres which are supposed to be pretty puncture-proof but I was wondering about changing to Schwabe Marathon or Marathon Plus. The chap at OnYourBike in London said the manufacturer is out of stock at the moment so I'm going to have to wait but he said the Marathon tyres are heavier and less easy running than standard tyres and that the Pluses are even more so. Also, the Pluses are harder to fit.
Has anyone had experience of Marathon and Marathon Pluses? I'm looking for recommendations really - or maybe I should just stick with my standard tyres. I use my bike for commuting to work every day.
Anyway, my question is, I have standard Brompton tyres which are supposed to be pretty puncture-proof but I was wondering about changing to Schwabe Marathon or Marathon Plus. The chap at OnYourBike in London said the manufacturer is out of stock at the moment so I'm going to have to wait but he said the Marathon tyres are heavier and less easy running than standard tyres and that the Pluses are even more so. Also, the Pluses are harder to fit.
Has anyone had experience of Marathon and Marathon Pluses? I'm looking for recommendations really - or maybe I should just stick with my standard tyres. I use my bike for commuting to work every day.