Product Comparison: Schwalbe Big Ben Performance vs Schwalbe Racing Ralph Evolution Line


General Specifications
About the Product
A fast-rolling and comfortable tyre for commuting, the Schwalbe Big Ben MTB Tyre also features RaceGuard technology for reliable puncture protection. Should you require some electronic assistance, the Schwalbe Big Ben MTB Tyre is also compatible with E-Bikes.
Schwalbe's most successful mountain bike competition tyre, the Racing Ralph Evo, is now even lighter, with lower rolling resistance, and more grip.
Brand
Schwalbe
Schwalbe
Model
Big Ben Performance
Racing Ralph Evolution Line
Origin
Germany
Germany
Key Specs
Wheel Size
28 in.
28 in.
TPI
67
67
Tyre width
2.0 in.
2.25 in.
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Schwalbe Big Ben Performance HS 439 Cruiser Bicycle Tire - Wire Bead
  • I must confirm that I barely noticed any rolling resistance. Especially coming from the Schwalbe Marathon Mondial, which had really high rolling resistance.
  • I put my tires through lots of gravel, dirt roads, double-track, some single-track, ragged tarmac, country roads and more, and these tires can pretty much roll right over it all without the harsh bumps and road vibration.
  • For being giant pillows of awesome they roll surprisingly fast and smooth.
  • Cheaper tires won't last. Save up the money and buy these Schwable tires. Better ride and control on gravel and sand, bumps etc. Way better flat protection too!
  • Great tires. Good traction. Smooth rolling.
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Evolution Line Tire, 27.5 x 2.25-Inch
  • Good low rolling resistance on asphalt. Almost as fast as Thunder Burt.
  • Fast rolling... Very predictable in the corners... I have a lot of confidence as a result.
  • The tyre provides excellent performance and still has a good kilometers in it before I swap to the new one.
  • Does not burp easily unless riding very low pressure. Good grip and slide outs when cornering hard is predictable.
  • Have not experienced a sidewall cuts or ripped nobbies on my 4 th set yet. Reasonably good wear rate.
Size & Weight
Height
6.5 in.
28 in.
Weight
1.64 lbs.
1.28 lbs.
Width
6.5 in.
28 in.
Depth
3 in.
2.4 in.
Features
Type Of Protector
Lite
SnakeSkin, TLE
Material
Endurance Compound
PaceStar Triple Compound
Thread
Kevlar
Folding Bead
No
No
Extras
RaceGuard, E-Bike ready, Wire bead
High Density guard, SnakeSkin, Tubeless Ready
What customers say about "Features"
Schwalbe Big Ben Performance HS 439 Cruiser Bicycle Tire - Wire Bead
  • I must confirm that I barely noticed any rolling resistance. Especially coming from the Schwalbe Marathon Mondial, which had really high rolling resistance.
  • Quiet, smooth, cushiony, but not slow. Only about 400 miles so far, but they seem very durable. My favorite tires so far on this bike.
  • They have held up well over broken glass and all the other sharp things I've rolled over, but the tires are not overbuilt either.
  • I like the tread and I like the comfort of riding high volume, I ride 16 miles a day, 5 days a week, in all kinds of weather.
  • Great high volume tire. Nearly bullet proof. Good amount of tred, more versatile than a true slick like the schwalbe Big Apple, yet still rolls well.
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Evolution Line Tire, 27.5 x 2.25-Inch
  • This is a fast tyre on rock and hardpack. I think this tyre would make a good dry weather choice.
  • This tyre is fast, ok, its knobbles are small so during dry conditions its certainly worth running this tyre.
  • I have now done more than 2,000 km on the original Racing Ralph and not only have I not had a single puncture
  • I have used these tyres on a variety of terrain including hard packed trails, sand and more than a bit of mud. Traction in all conditions is excellent. Definitely recommended.
  • Easy to set up tubeless on Hope enduro rims, not used in anger yet but roll well on dry trails.
Warranty / Certifications
Certifications
ECE-R75
CE
Manufacturer warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
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