Which tyre should I get for a Brompton?

[JE201]

Get a track pump, far easier
Eg Hilka Tools 89506008 High Pressure Cycling Track Pump, Black, Large

View: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0765FDZM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NFPVEbWCE5FVX

Ah, I looked at the other one because it was portable, this one looks good too!

 

[Gunk]

Get a Beto, I’ve had mine 10 years now

 

[JE201]

Get a Beto, I’ve had mine 10 years now View attachment 522482

I assume this would fit the valve on a Brompton?

View: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beto-Aluminium-Floor-Pump-Metallic/dp/B001R4BQAQ/ref=pd_sbs_60_6/259-7328673-2863943?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B001R4BQAQ&pd_rd_r=982c7e1d-3d15-4d9d-b4d8-592bbe797ac2&pd_rd_w=hm3Ux&pd_rd_wg=khltx&pf_rd_p=2773aa8e-42c5-4dbe-bda8-5cdf226aa078&pf_rd_r=96JTZQRMV57G3VZD1C4M&psc=1&refRID=96JTZQRMV57G3VZD1C4M

 

[Gunk]

It fits both types

 

[GM]

Ah, I looked at the other one because it was portable, this one looks good too!

You don't need to buy a portable one, Bromptons come with a pump.

 

[JE201]

You don't need to buy a portable one, Bromptons come with a pump.

Yeah I just thought having a gauge on the portable pump was necessary, but just having one at home is sufficient.

 

[SkipdiverJohn]

I bought a 2nd hand Brompton which came with old Marathons on it. As they were old anyway, and clearly not ideal for road use, having thick energy sapping thread, I went for smooth road-oriented Schwalbe Kojaks.

Sheer extravagance! I would have run the Marathons until the puncture protection layer started to show through the tread, and they'd actually be slicks by that stage anyway.....
If Marathons are "not ideal for road use" then what sort of surface were they actually designed for, considering they are clearly NOT an off-road MTB tyre?

 

[JE201]

I ended up getting the bike direct from Brompton so it has the Marathon tyre (not M+ or Racer). Just need the pump gauge and I should be good! Thanks to everyone for the advice!

 

[Gunk]

Post some photos when it arrives

 

[JE201]

Post some photos when it arrives

I went to the store to get it rather than ordering online, so already have it, I even cycled it home!

 

[roley poley]

I went to the store to get it rather than ordering online, so already have it, I even cycled it home!

welcome to the fold JE201

 

[JE201]

welcome to the fold JE201

They are a lot of fun to ride since they are so nimble. I went for the 6 speed one and I'm glad I did since there are so many more combinations depending on the gradient of the road. Not having to lock it up and leave it outside a shop/supermarket/etc. is a real positive.

 

[vickster]

They are a lot of fun to ride since they are so nimble. I went for the 6 speed one and I'm glad I did since there are so many more combinations depending on the gradient of the road. Not having to lock it up and leave it outside a shop/supermarket/etc. is a real positive.

Don’t forget to practice changing the inner tubes

 

[12boy]

And getting the rear hub adjustment correct.

 

[JE201]

Don’t forget to practice changing the inner tubes

Does this require taking the wheels off the bike? When I asked in store they said it costs £10-£20 to repair a puncture depending on if it's the front or back tyre.