Hutchinson Black Mamba CX+ 650b x 50
08-23-20, 02:29 PM
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Hutchinson Black Mamba CX+ 650b x 50
Anybody have experience with this tire or any other Hutchinson CX tires?
I want to get these as the options for 50mm 650b tires are limited to slicks. These have a decent tread and approx. weight is 490g. I wanted something that rolls well and still has decent grip off road. That said I also don't want something that has such a thin casing that it could get shredded by rocks and what-not.
I want to get these as the options for 50mm 650b tires are limited to slicks. These have a decent tread and approx. weight is 490g. I wanted something that rolls well and still has decent grip off road. That said I also don't want something that has such a thin casing that it could get shredded by rocks and what-not.
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Of the Hutchinsons I have ridden I have always found another brand I liked a lot more. In my experience (albeit limited) they seem to be durable but are kind of harsh riding. I like Challenge, Vitttoria, IRC and Rene Herse all a lot better. Maybe this one is the exception? I rarely see folks riding Hutchinsons at the events I compete in...
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Does it have to be a 50? I love my 650 x 47 Terrene Elwoods. They roll really well and still have plenty of traction for the rough stuff. I use the Tough version. https://www.terrenetires.com/pages/elwood
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Does it have to be a 50? I love my 650 x 47 Terrene Elwoods. They roll really well and still have plenty of traction for the rough stuff. I use the Tough version. https://www.terrenetires.com/pages/elwood
