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Panaracer Trailblaster UST Tubeless Tire
Product DescriptionPanaracersTrailblasterTubelessTire offers great performance in a lightweight, durable package. Features Panaracers Multi-Step knob, as well asThe SK "side kick" knob designed not only for cornering, but for braking and accelerating. Panaracers exclusive knobs have various heights designedTo perform in all conditions from hardTo soft.TheTrailblaster also incorporatesThe variable rate knob, a Pyramid-shaped knob designed in exact sizing for incredible grip onThe knobs surface, especially in hard c
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scaryfast
a Racer
from phoenix Date Reviewed: January 29, 2006 Strengths: Lightweight, knobby, grip, all around usability Weaknesses: lightweight sacrifices durability Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 2 Years Bike Setup: Superlight, Crosslands
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Jason
a Cross Country Rider
from Johnson City, TN Date Reviewed: June 14, 2005 Strengths: I've used these tires for two full seasons and have had no problems whatsoever with them going flat. I use Stan's solution, so that helps alot. These tires seem to hook up much better than the other two sets of tubeless tires I've tried. They're good for the rocks and roots scattered all over the trails around here. Weaknesses: Rolling resistance is a little high for a 1.95. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 2 Years Price Paid: $35.00 Purchased At: jensonusa.com Similar Products Used: Michelin Wildgripper UST. Kenda Kharisma UST. Hutchinson Scorpion UST. Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Superlight 
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mountainrider
a Cross Country Rider
from denver Date Reviewed: July 28, 2004 Strengths: Have had no problems with these tires in dry conditions with the tires pumped up to 40psi. Weaknesses: Tried 37psi once and not only flatted but damaged an almost new crossmax rim. They need to be pumped up to at least 40 before every ride. Also, if the terrain is at all wet these tires really suck. There is just no traction at all over rocks or cornering through a little mud. Things that are all still easy even in wet conditions with about any other tire. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: 401 Duration Product Used: 6 months Price Paid: $41.00 Purchased At: shop in Moab Similar Products Used: My first UST and am going to try Python next. Bike Setup: Litespeed, full XTR, crossmax rims.
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Wannabe Racer
a Weekend Warrior
from Northern New Jersey Date Reviewed: June 1, 2004 Strengths: Awesome tire for the money - tough and grippy! Contrary to the negative posts on this thread, I got my Trailbalsters to seat up on the first try with soapy water and they haven't lost any pressure. A week or so after I installed 'em, I added some Stan's sealant as extra insurance that nothing is stopping me and my Trailbalsters! I also like the tread - the outside knobs give a lot of traction without a lot of weight and a relatively thin profile Weaknesses: Only weakness (and I think it is necessary for the UST tires) was getting the tire on the rim the first time - the last couple of inches didn't want to go on when they were new. They have a Kevlar bead and I was able to work them gently on using a plastic tire iron. When I had to break the bead to add the Stan's sealant, they were much easier to re-seat and I wouldn't anticipate any problem if I had to take one off on the trail Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: All of 'em Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $42.00 Purchased At: Local Bike Shop Similar Products Used: First try with UST and I am very happy! Bike Setup: Trek Fuel 95
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gingertooth shebangs
a Racer
from ringwood, NJ USA Date Reviewed: May 10, 2004 Strengths: amazing traction, amazing durability. Can't beat them Weaknesses: none ever experienced Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: palmer park, Colorado Springs Duration Product Used: 2 Years Price Paid: $30.00 Purchased At: where ever Similar Products Used: maxxis, panaracers, contis, wtb's, kendas, tiogas, irc's, and you name it I've tried it. Bike Setup: good enough to smoke yours 
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Joe
a Racer
from Cincinnati, OH, USA Date Reviewed: January 16, 2004 Strengths: Despite what I've read from other reviews, I've experience good traction on the wetstuff, roots and all. And the tires are light, saving 100g/wheelset compared to Huchinson Pythons. Weaknesses: Believe the hype these tires flat just lookin' at 'em. I've pinchflatted twice in one race. And, it's not just pinchflats. When I finally tossed it, it had 5 patched holes and at least 4 pinholes in it. I was able to patch it a few times with a regular patch kit, but it was extremely hard to get 'em to hold. Inside of tire must be bone dry. Hairdryer seems like a good idea. Better yet, buy a different tire. I've had the best luck with Conti's as far as durability, weight and traction. On a positive note, my wife has them on her bike and she hasn't had any problems with flats. She's petite and not that agressive of a rider. Maybe these tires can't handle a lot of weight and abuse. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Tsali, NC Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $26.00 Purchased At: Biowheels, Asheville NC Similar Products Used: Huchinson Python. Conti Explorer. Bike Setup: 2002 Jamis Dragon stock.
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Damian Smith
a Cross Country Rider
from Cheltenham Date Reviewed: September 20, 2003 Strengths: UST. Stays up for a couple of hours if you have small puncture. Easy to plug, don't even need to take the tyre of the rim if you use the right kit. Weaknesses: Punctures too easily on thorns. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Nant-yr-arian Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $100.00 Purchased At: Leisure Lakes Cheltenham Similar Products Used: Panaracer Trailblaster 2.1 regular Bike Setup: 2003 Specialized Enduro S-works with Fox Talas RLC Forx 
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Gary White
a Cross Country Rider
from London, UK Date Reviewed: September 7, 2003 Strengths: Quite puncture proof, moderate grip, low rolling resistance, look good, cheapish to buy Weaknesses: Wear out quickly, only moderate grip! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Old Springs Trail, Marin, Ca Duration Product Used: 6 months Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: Cycle Surgery, London, UK Similar Products Used: First tubeless tires used Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Superlight A (2001 frame), Maxic Crossmax XL tubeless wheelset, XTR shifters and mechs, Race Face Turbine cranks and rings and XS BB, Fox Float 100mm RLC forks, Hope mini disc brakes, Easton carbon bar and seatpost, Race Face System stem
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Woodyak
a Cross Country Rider
from Rockport, MA Date Reviewed: June 1, 2003 Strengths: None that I could remember Weaknesses: Don't hold air, tread wears out quickly. Terrible grip in wet muddy conditions. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Ancient Line Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $25.00 Purchased At: Jenson USA Similar Products Used: UST Fire XC Pros, Hutch pythons, WTB stuff Bike Setup: Titus LocoMoto, Fox Talas, Avid discs, XT everything, yada yada
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Guy Spiher
a Racer
from winston salem Date Reviewed: May 18, 2003 Strengths: Grips a bit better than average, Big ass knobs really waffle the cat when he doesn't get outta the way in time -- Sorry Mojo the cat Weaknesses: These are my first foray into the tubeless thing and they were somewhat used already.it was interesting to note that they were already patched when I got them. RTV will work to patch them .Quiz time.What does RTV stand for?? Reduced Temperature Vulcanization.It seems to be the only thing that works. I flatted at a local park and got a ride back to my car by the friendly ranger. Embarresing. Better grip from other tires certainly. Squirmy sidewalls. GI Joe and the Kung - Fu grip could not get these babies on and off Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: forbidden acres - Chris knows Duration Product Used: 3 months Purchased At: online transaction Similar Products Used: None Tubeless.. Conti Explorers and Mythos Bike Setup: custom steel hardtail Marathon Fork. Race Face and Moe's killer custom paint job.
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Ivan
a Cross Country Rider
from Pallejà, Spain Date Reviewed: May 12, 2003 Strengths: Easy to mount and dismount, good looking, and maybe no more else Weaknesses: They hasn't good grip on cornering, neither on climbing. Not reparable, but I tried with continental repairing kit, I have to see if it works. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $100.00 Similar Products Used: Irc Seracx on tubeless, tons of "ancient" tires Bike Setup: Kona Kula, Psylo XC, Magura Louise, Magura Pro Hubs, XT, Thomson, Chris King, FSA, and something else.
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Dick Stickum
a Cross Country Rider
from Bel Air Date Reviewed: April 19, 2003 Strengths: Good grip. Decent cornering. Weaknesses: Punctured both tires, front and back. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Love 'em all Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $39.00 Purchased At: Black Cat Bicycles Similar Products Used: Michelin Jets Bike Setup: Devinci Moonracer
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Johnny Coolwood
a Racer
from NJ Date Reviewed: February 24, 2003 Strengths: Light and fast. Easy to mount and cheap on closeout Weaknesses: Can't fix a flat. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $25.00 Bike Setup: Giant XTC XTR/Easton Crossmax
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Peter Hughes
from UK Date Reviewed: December 9, 2002 Strengths: Nice side wall decals. That's it. Weaknesses: I find these Tires have poor traction grip in muddy conditions, and am very uncomfortable on conering fast with these on. I was using these during a ride in a thunder storm in August, suffice to say they didn't hold the corner, (my IRC Mythos tires definately would), I came off, put myself in hospital with skin graft, and 14 stitches to right elbow, and I just cannot repair these punctures. Will not buy these again, and I reccommend that for you too! Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Snowdonia Wales UK Duration Product Used: 6 months Price Paid: $100.00 Purchased At: Charminster Dorset UK Similar Products Used: IRC Mythos = Good Hutchinson Python / Mosquito = Good Panaracer = Bah Bad IRC Mythos = Good Bike Setup: Airborne Lky' Strike Pace RC36 EVO 3's XTR, Easton, Mavic CrossRoc
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George Phinney
a Racer
from Westchester, N.Y. Date Reviewed: September 9, 2002 Strengths: none Weaknesses: I would only us these tires as training wheels. When the chips are down don't count on these tires to pull you to the finish line. Pinched in last two races. Very poorly constructed. I think these tires were used on kama-kazi planes.... Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: blue mtn. Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $40.00 Purchased At: local bike shop Similar Products Used: irc serac Bike Setup: Intense tracer- mavic 3.1 ust, hugi disc hubs all the usual race goodies....
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