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Rubena V98 Kratos 29er Tire

5/5 (2 Reviews)

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Weight : 650g MSRP : $64.99


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Product Description

A great all-aroundTire for your 29er with an openTread patternThat balances grip and rollability.  ETRTO: 57-622 (29X2.25) Weight: 650 grams (claimed) Folding bead


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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by dhosinski

Date Reviewed: November 12, 2012

Strengths:    Great traction and control. Rolls fast even with Fall conditions (leaves, roots etc.) Comfortable

Weaknesses:    None so far....

Bottom Line:   
I bought the Rubena Kratos because the Bontrager XR3 tires I that were on my 2011 Gary Fisher SUPERFLY we horrible. I had considered other tires, but the KRATOS had great reviews and I got them at a very good price, plus "free shipping" so on complaints.
I was a bit worried about the size, but the first time out on the trail removed all worries, and in fact increase my confidence. These are absolutely the best tires I've ever ridden.
On one of the trails we ride, there is a climb that has roots, rocks, loose dirt, and leave that would normally take a lot out of you. I scaled it and couldn't believe I was at the top looking for more. The tire just clawed through the whole thing like it wasn't even there.
I highly recommend these to anyone who rides XC in the Midwest.

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by manwe a Cross Country Rider

Date Reviewed: October 27, 2012

Strengths:    lightweight UST tire, great traction, awesome price. Set up and sealed with a floor pump.

Weaknesses:    None so far.

Bottom Line:   
I put this on my new giant anthem and took those crappy Schwalbe's Racing Ralph off. I also changed the wheelset out to, I only paid 59.99 for my UST brand. I really like the tread pattern on these as the Pysclla favored the crossmarks pattern. I put the Pysclla on the back in the Kratos on the front.

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Favorite Trail:   Northshore Grapevine, TX

Duration Product Used:   30 miles

Purchased At:   Cadence Cyclery

Similar Products Used:   Maxxis Crossmark, WTB Werewolf, Panaracer Fire XC, Specialized 2bliss, Schwalbe Racing Ralph.

Bike Setup:   2013 Giant Anthem 29 x2 with an Easton Haven UST wheelset.
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