Schwalbe Release First Tread Cutter Specifically For MTB Tyres
Wed 20th Apr, 2016 @ 9:30 am
Cutting edge technology! Is this goodbye to sliding around on two wheels? Maybe not completely (where’s the fun in that?) but if you’ve ever wanted to customise a tread pattern to suit race conditions or just wanted to rejuvinate an old tyre then the new MTB-specific Tread Cutter from Schwalbe is certainly worth a look. Michael Kull from Schwalbe gives us the intel…
Sharp cuts for fine tuning: Schwalbe presented the first tread cutter for MTB tires at the opening round of the MTB World Cup in Lourdes, France, April 7th to 10th. The tongs, with their exact tread-height adjustment function, allow precise shortening of the tire lugs.
The Schwalbe Tread Cutter adjusts to match the desired tread depth and brings new life to old, worn tyres
“Although we offer a suitable tread for every type of terrain, sometimes unpredictable trail conditions require a unique tread to find the perfect balance of rolling and grip. With the tread cutter, riders can adapt the tire tread even more perfectly to the respective situation.”
Michael Kull from Schwalbe Marketing and Race Support.
For example, the sturdy center lugs of the Scwalbe mud-terrain tire, Dirty Dan, can be shortened for easier rolling. Or, as with Hans Dampf, the transition lugs in the shoulder area can be trimmed, giving more free space, and making the tread more aggressive. Lugs that have been worn ’round’ can have a straight edge again.
The Tread Cutter allows maximum customisation of tread patterns – allowing tyres to be set up to suit the terrain and conditions
Kull:
“This is the first tread cutter developed specifically for MTB tires. With it, you can cut the lugs off with a smooth edge and – thanks to the cutting-height adjustment – to your exact required height.”
The tread cutter will be available at the end of April from specialty bike retailers.
