TECH - CITY & TOUR - CASING

City & Tour Tire Casings

A bicycle tire casing comprises the fabric, bead, and puncture protective materials, all vulcanized together during the layup process.
Providing the backbone or a bicycle tire, the casing has the largest impact in how a tire will preform.
While puncture protection is important in all bicycle tires, it is in City & Tour applications that a flat would be detrimental to a early morning commute, buisness delivery, or weekend cruise.
Schwalbe acknowledges this by attributing a easy to understand puncture protection rating to each City & Tour casing.

From a rating of 7 (flat-less) down to 3 (great value kevlar protection), our City & Tour range comprises of offerings to meet the needs of every Cyclist at every price point.
The attached video further describes the Schwalbe Tour & City Tire Puncture Protection scale.

Scroll down further to view all the Puncture Protection technologies and their corresponding ratings.

Smart DualGuard

The safest puncture protection, especially for e-bike tires
- Made of highly elastic special rubber
- 4mm puncture protection insert plus two layers of nylon fabric (RaceGuard®)
Features Flat-less technology

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Best Seller

Marathon E-Plus

Inch: 28x2.15 | Version: Smart DualGuard | Compound: Addix E | Color: Black-Reflex

FLAT-LESS ESPECIALLY FOR E-BIKES. Maximum riding safety at high speeds and on long tours. Highest Marathon quality tires refined for the special demands of an E-Bike. SAFETY: Schwalbe puncture protection level 7. The patented SmartGuard protection layer is additionally supported by two layers of RaceGuard fabric. This „Smart-DualGuard“ protects even better against sharp objects. CONTROL: The ADDIX-E compound, specially developed for the use on E-Bikes, provides outstanding grip even at high speeds and also maximum durability. RIDING PLEASURE: Marathon E-Plus rolls surprisingly well thanks to high-tech materials. The „anti-aging“ sidewall prevents for much longer the unsightly cracks caused by use with low air pressure. The new carcass construction reinforces the sidewalls with a further layer of fabric and thus stabilizes the tire for even more load capacity. DESIGN: The tread profile of the Marathon E-Plus is modern and dynamic. The E-Plus’s tread depth makes is extremely versatile for touring and trekking. E-BIKE: Of course, ECE-R75 certification makes the tires ready for E-Bikes of all classes. The available sizes are consistently geared to the requirements of modern E-Bikes. More information: Flat-less Technology

from US$74.00* RRP

SmartGuard

The safest puncture protection available for bicycle tires.
- Made of highly elastic special rubber
- 5mm puncture protection insert

Features Flat-less technology
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Durano Plus

Inch: 28x1.00 | Version: SmartGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black

MAXIMUM PUNCTURE PROTECTION FOR RACE BIKES! Durano Plus is the most puncture resistant road bike tire available. Optimized by the high-performance Addix compound, mileage and grip are at the highest level. Professional athletes and ambitious cyclists rely on these qualities in their training all year round.Skin carcassAddix compoundSmartGuard puncture protection

Variants from US$47.20*

from US$54.40* RRP US$68.00* (20% saved)

Only tires with SMARTGUARD® and SMART DUALGUARD can call themselves flat-less. You can never completely rule out a flat tire. Against the typical puncture gremlins such as glass shards or flint granules with the Marathon Plus however, you are very well protected. With all Marathon Plus tires it is necessary to use a pressure gauge to adjust the air pressure. Due to the special design a pressure test by thumb is not sufficient.

Super Defense

Secure puncture protection at high loads, specially designed for cargo bikes.
- Reinforced construction
- 6-ply double carcass

Pick-Up

Inch: 18x2.15 | Version: Super Defense | Compound: Addix E | Color: Black-Reflex

New for MY25:18x2.15" size added for increased compatibility. SCHWALBE‘S FIRST TRUE CARGO TIRE. Due to its extremely stable double carcass, the Schwalbe Pick-Up becomes a real packhorse and at the same time offers excellent puncture protection. In addition, the ADDIX E-Compound ensures exceptionally good riding performance and grip, even in the 20 ‚‘ version. With the ECE-R75 certification, the Schwalbe Pick-Up is the optimal choice for all e-cargo bikes.SUPER DEFENSE: The extremely strong double carcass gives the tire excellent safety under heavy loads. Multiple carcass layers give the tire extra puncture protection.RECOMMENDATION: In order to achieve the best possible performance under different loads, we recommend that you adjust the air pressure of your bike accordingly.

from US$59.00* RRP

Double Defense(DD)
V-Guard

Extra safe due to combined puncture protection under the tread and on the sidewalls
- Tread: lightweight and cut-resistant high-tech fiber (V-Guard)
- Sidewalls: Snake-Skin fabric

Marathon Mondial 2024

Inch: 28x1.40 | Version: DD, V-Guard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

The ultimate touring tire, made for roads, tracks and trails of all continents. The tread pays homage to its legendary Marathon XR predecessor. Construction and compounding are naturally the very latest Schwalbe Evo technology. Double Defense technology makes it light, but with an extremely robust construction. The world is round. Ride it.For great expeditions always choose the Evo version (Double Defense).

Variants from US$36.00*

from US$71.20* RRP US$91.00* (21.76% saved)

Double Defense(DD)
GreenGuard

Extra safe due to combined puncture protection under the tread and on the sidewalls.
- Tread: 3 mm puncture protection insert with recycled material (GreenGuard®)
- Sidewalls: Snake-Skin fabric

Big Ben Plus

Inch: 27.5x2.00 | Version: GreenGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

LARGE VOLUME FOR OPTIMUM EFFECTIVE SUSPENSION. The robust 3 mm GreenGuard protection and reinforced sidewalls make this tire a reliable companion in the busy city and beyond. ECE-R75 approved, comfortable and resilient. The perfect choice for every kind of E-Bike.

Variants from US$45.00*

from US$54.00* RRP

Double Defense(DD)
RaceGuard

Extra safe due to combined puncture protection under the tread and on the sidewalls.

- Tread: Puncture protection belt made of two layers of double laid nylon fabric.
- Snake skin fabric all around

Al Grounder

Inch: 29x2.35 | Version: DD, RaceGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

THE NEW CROSSOVER TIRE FOR E-SUV AND TOURING BIKES offers true all-round capabilities for use on roads, dirt track and easy trails. With its unique tread design, it runs quietly and quickly on asphalt while providing sufficient stability on unpaved surfaces. Equipped with the DOUBLE DEFENSE construction and Addix Compound, Al Grounder achieves a high puncture resistance and an optimal balance between low rolling resistance and sufficient grip.

from US$69.00* RRP

V-Guard

Ideal puncture protection for lightweight race and touring tires
- Puncture protection belt made of lightweight and cut resistant high-tech fiber

E-One

Inch: 28x1.10 | Version: V-Guard | Compound: Addix Race | Color: Black

SPECIALLY DEVELOPED FOR E-RACE BIKES. Fast racing tire specially designed for E-performance. The V-Guard puncture protection belt ensures high puncture resistance. The powerful Addix Race Compound offers tenacious grip at high cornering speeds and extensive durability in E-operation. 28 mm and 32 mm wide for added comfort on the home track as well as on the uphill, Alpine pass. Also the E-One has ECE-R75 approval for fast E-Bikes.

from US$36.44* RRP US$75.91* (52% saved)

GreenGuard

Recycled puncture protection insert made of natural rubber.
- 3mm puncture protection insert with recycled material

Big Ben Plus

Inch: 20x2.15 | Version: GreenGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

from US$45.00* RRP

PunctureGuard

Reliable puncture protection for the entry level.
- 3mm puncture protection insert

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ADVANCER HYBRID

Inch: 27.5x2.10 | Version: PunctureGuard | Compound: Green | Color: Black-Reflex

The SUV tire for beginnersAffordable SUV and ATB tire for all terrains Closed center area for whisper-quiet rolling, low rolling resistance, and long durabilityOpen side area for good traction off-road

from US$39.00* RRP

RaceGuard

Reliable puncture protection for fast and light tires.
- Puncture protection belt made of double laid nylon fabric

Best Seller

Big Apple

Inch: 24x2.00 | Version: RaceGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

THE PIONEER OF COMFORT. In its third generation, Big Apple combines the highest levels of comfort with modern design and safe performance. Its wide sizes, are the ideal companion for bicycles and e-bikes.

Variants from US$25.00*

from US$45.00* RRP

K-Guard

Basic puncture protection.
- Puncture protection insert made of fiber-reinforced natural rubber

Best Seller

Big Apple

Inch: 26x2.15 | Version: K-Guard | Compound: Sbc | Color: Black-Reflex

Variants from US$25.00*

from US$35.00* RRP

The minimum standard for Schwalbe Tour & City Tires is a Puncture Protection Rating of 3.
A Puncture Protection rating of 2 would constitute a 67 EPI carcass without any puncture protection.
A rating of 1 would constitute a 50 EPI carcass without any puncture protection.
Schwalbe does no fabricate such tires casings as they are in-sufficient for use.

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Green Marathon

Inch: 27x1 1/4 | Version: GreenGuard | Compound: Addix Eco | Color: Black-Reflex

The pioneer in puncture protection, mileage and environmental friendliness- Very good puncture protection thanks to GreenGuard- Most environmentally friendly bicycle tire:- Produced entirely from Fair Rubber- Consists of 70% recycled or renewable materials:- Among other things, the first and only tire with carbon black from recycled bicycle tires (rCB)- 98% pollution-free- Revised tread pattern optimizes rolling performance - Recommended for bikes and e-bikes

Variants from US$38.00*

from US$49.00* RRP

Best Seller

Marathon Plus

Inch: 16x1.35 | Version: SmartGuard | Compound: Addix | Color: Black-Reflex

THE FLAT-LESS TIRE. Schwalbe‘s best selling model. The most puncture resistant pneumatic tire there is. In addition to the superior puncture protection it features many inner values:ROLLING RESISTANCE. The patented, 5 mm thick SmartGuard layer, when compared to all generic products, has a significant advantage in rolling resistance.RECYCLING. Also in the SmartGuard, we use a proportion of recycled rubber from old latex products.„ANTI-AGING“ SIDE WALL. It now lasts much longer before developing unsightly cracks when subjected to use with too low air pressure.E-BIKE READY. Due to its great properties Marathon Plus is an ideal choice for E-Bikes (E-25). The main sizes are approved and tested for E-bikes up to 50 km/h.FLAT-LESS WITH MARATHON PLUS.Only Marathon Plus tires make your bicycle flat-less. The 5mm thick puncture guard protects even against thumbtacks. www.schwalbtires.com/blog/news/innovation/flat-less/It is impossible to guarantee that a flat will never happen, but the Marathon Plus has the best defense against everyday tire wreckers such as glass, flints or metal shards. Use a pressure gauge to adjust tire pressures as the common 'thumb check' is insufficient due to the special construction of the Marathon Plus.

from US$59.00* RRP

Pick-Up

Inch: 18x2.15 | Version: Super Defense | Compound: Addix E | Color: Black-Reflex

from US$59.00* RRP

TECH - CITY & TOUR - CASING

City & Tour Tire Casings

Smart DualGuard

SmartGuard

Super Defense

Double Defense(DD)V-Guard

Double Defense(DD)GreenGuard

Double Defense(DD)RaceGuard

V-Guard

GreenGuard

PunctureGuard

RaceGuard

K-Guard

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Double Defense(DD)
V-Guard

Double Defense(DD)
GreenGuard

Double Defense(DD)
RaceGuard