BIG BETTY IS BACK! Equipped with everything modern tire technology has to offer. A Downhill and Enduro Allrounder for dry to damp conditions. Big Betty works perfectly on the rear wheel when combined with our much-loved Magic Mary.
- Long supported braking edges for maximum braking traction
- Extremely stable shoulder blocks for outstanding cornering grip
- Open and aggressive tread for excellent grip and self-cleaning
THE SPECIALIST FOR MIRE. For deep mud and soft terrain. Ideal for extreme conditions.
- Aggressive open tread design with large blocks excellent brake traction on deep and soft terrain.
- Excellent braking traction and extremely good self-cleaning properties due to large gaps between studs.
- Special ‘Curveclaws’ for outstanding adverse-camber grip.
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THE REVOLUTION FOR E-MTB’S. Our first real E-MTB specialist for All Mountain and Enduro. It allows uncompromising riding even uphill, takes fierce acceleration as well as allowing technical riding on trails. Its solid appearance comes from the stable blocks, more rubber and big widths.
- Tread design inspired by Motocross with massive, stable studs in the center and the shoulder area for reliable riding behavior.
- Concise V-Grooves in the center and side blocks for direct, precise steering characteristics.
- Specially adjusted design for front and rear wheel use.
FRONT:
- Reliable cornering grip paired with high braking traction.
- Excellent transmission of steering corrections throughlong grip edges even when less weight is on the front wheel in ascents. The result: Understeer is more controllable.
REAR:
- Maximum propulsion and braking traction throughmassive blocks that transmit sufficient power to the ground, even on the steepest climbs.
- Hard wearing thanks to large-volume center studs.
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THE REVOLUTION FOR E-MTB’S. Our first real E-MTB specialist for All Mountain and Enduro. It allows uncompromising riding even uphill, takes fierce acceleration as well as allowing technical riding on trails. Its solid appearance comes from the stable blocks, more rubber and big widths.
- Tread design inspired by Motocross with massive, stable studs in the center and the shoulder area for reliable riding behavior.
- Concise V-Grooves in the center and side blocks for direct, precise steering characteristics.
- Specially adjusted design for front and rear wheel use.
FRONT:
- Reliable cornering grip paired with high braking traction.
- Excellent transmission of steering corrections throughlong grip edges even when less weight is on the front wheel in ascents. The result: Understeer is more controllable.
REAR:
- Maximum propulsion and braking traction throughmassive blocks that transmit sufficient power to the ground, even on the steepest climbs.
- Hard wearing thanks to large-volume center studs.
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HANS DAMPF HAS EVERYTHING TO INCREASE ENDURO FUN. For stunning handling and the highest puncture protection on demanding trails - ascent as well as descent.
- Precisely tuned stud positioning for controlled and forgiving riding at the limit.
- The combination of large and small shoulder studs grants the rider optimal grip in numerous conditions.
- Semi-open blocks ensure optimal self-cleaning properties with low rolling resistance.
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THE FAT BIKE TIRE. Extremely light. The large volume can be ridden with extremely low air pressure. Ideal on soft ground, rough and very loose terrain. Available in widths of 100, 110 or 120 millimetres.
- Open tread with medium stud height for excellent rolling resistance and low weight.
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THE ULTIMATE GRAVITY TIRE. Indisputably the favorite among Schwalbe Downhill and Enduro athletes. Perfect all-round characteristics for almost all tracks and conditions. The sophisticated intermediate profile is combined with the best compounds and construction, pushing the limits to surprising levels.
- Strong shoulder studs and aggressive, open tread design provide maximum braking traction and cornering grip even in extremely muddy terrain.
- Equipped with V-Groves specially developed for Magic Mary, every stud can bite into the ground for even more grip.
- Angled studs in the middle of the tread optimise the rolling characteristics.
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THE MTB TIRE WITH THE GREATEST RANGE OF APPLICATIONS. The all-rounder that works in every situation, no matter the weather, no matter the terrain. Widest possible range of use: for Tour and All-mountain, for difficult XC tracks as well as technically challenging Enduro trails.
Nobby Nic got a revised tread design this season:
- Modern trail bike tread with stable shoulder blocks for even more traction.
- Enlarged gaps between blocks for better self-cleaning.
- Outstanding braking and forward traction due to special center stud arrangement.
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THE PERFECT RACER. Faced with the extreme challenges of today‘s XC tracks, we completely revised Racing Ralph. The result is a very fast and versatile XC profile, specially developed for the rear wheel.
- Numerous grip edges in the tread center for super traction and excellent acceleration.
- Distinct shoulder studs for excellent lateral grip.
- Good rolling properties and extremely quiet.
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THE FRONT WHEEL SPECIALIST. The completely new, extra aggressive XC profile paired with the versatile Addix Speedgrip compound makes Racing Ray a XC weapon and an ingenious addition to Racing Ralph.
- Shifted center blocks enable precise steering and high braking traction.
- Stable shoulder blocks for precise steering.
- Very quiet rolling characteristic with excellent rolling resistance.
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LIFT OFF! The cross-country rocket combines speed and cornering control at the highest possible level. An excellent all-rounder for racetracks.
- Cleverly designed tread balanced for low rolling resistance whilst remaining grippy.
- Sufficient gaps for amazing self-cleaning properties.
- Stable shoulder studs.
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OUTSTANDING FOR FAST AND DRY XC TRACKS. Its low weight and extremely low rolling resistance makes it Schwalbe’s fastest MTB tire!
- Multiple small, flat studs for fast and quiet rolling.
- Numerous grip edges for hard ground.
- Edged shoulder studs for good grip and control in curves.
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Welcome to the team! Our new Wicked Will has many faces. Whether you set out on an alpine crossing or the fast trail lap, Wicked Will is the right choice and combines like no other light running and grip.
- Fast rolling midsection with ramp-like lugs
- Smooth transition area for maximum control when cornering
- Stable and grippy shoulder knobs for high support in off-camber sections and turns
Addix tires from Schwalbe - the new generation MTB tires.
Bike tires for mountain biking are subject to special requirements. Off paved roads, they should support you with secure grip, optimum damping, best braking traction and outstanding riding comfort. Cross Country, All Mountain, Trail, Enduro and Downhill: Schwalbe is a professional in the field of MTB bike tires and has set new standards with the development of the Addix compound.
Schwalbe Addix: The compound that loves maximum loads
The development of the Schwalbe Addix compounds was under the objective of significantly improving grip and rolling resistance, while providing optimum damping and enormous durability. After years of development with rubber compounds of different compositions, the use of the highest quality raw materials, the latest mixing and processing technology and countless tests under extreme conditions, Schwalbe presents with its Addix tires, a new generation of MTB tires for the highest demands. Four highly specialized compounds that meet the different challenges and demands of ambitious MTB riding in outstanding quality are available.
Addix compounds consist of a special blend of natural and synthetic rubbers and are designed for maximum durability with optimum riding characteristics. Discover our four compounds with different performance focuses and enjoy MTB riding at the highest level.
Addix Speed, Addix Speedgrip, Addix Soft and Addix Ultra Soft.
Red stands for speed: Schwalbe Addix Speed with particularly low rolling resistance loves cross country races and is our fastest rubber compound.
Blue indicates Schwalbe Addix Speedgrip. Our universal compound offers an excellent combination of good rolling resistance and biting grip. Ideal for use in trail, downhill or enduro. At the same time, Addix Speedgrip is enormously resilient and offers long durability.
Orange is the color of our softer compound, which loves especially demanding all-mountain tours and trail riding. Biting grip combined with pleasant damping make Schwalbe Addix Soft the ideal choice for your trail, all-mountain, enduro or e-bike. In combination with other tires in the Addix series you can create individually tailored riding characteristics that meet your needs exactly.
Purple stands for Schwalbe Addix Ultra Soft, the compound for all those who love the special challenges in downhill and enduro riding. It has optimal damping properties and the highest possible grip levels, and is therefore ideal when on the hunt to save those extra precious seconds in your downhill or enduro race - the seconds that might get you a place on the podium.
Schwalbe Addix tires for the MTB
Schwalbe Addix is available for many models in our MTB tire range. Schwalbe Big Betty, our specialist for downhill and enduro with long braking edges and aggressive profile, can be perfectly adapted to your needs for demanding downhill with the choice of Addix Ultra Soft. Schwalbe Racing Ralph can be optimized with Addix Speed, even more specific to your next XC race. And Schwalbe Wicked Will with the Addix Speedgrip is even more versatile to use on the trail.
Schwalbe Addix Compounds are perfect for year-round use due to their special composition, which easily tolerates temperature fluctuations.
Discover the versatile Addix compounds from Schwalbe and choose exactly the MTB tire that suits you.