Are Studded Bicycle Tires Worth It?

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  • @alainadriaens9662
    @alainadriaens9662 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Yes they are worth to buy them! Believe me as a former Belgian commuter (84km/day - all seasons). Your safety is worth the investment and your life, well, you only have 1! Please buy them!

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Since I made this video I have 1 set on a fat bike, 2 pair in 700c and another in 26”.

    • @alessandronesta9710
      @alessandronesta9710 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I live in Finland wher 6 mounths snow , yes it s so worthy , it s obligation other wise don t drive the bike only in summer

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@alessandronesta9710 I agree with you. I am however finding that my part of the world doesn’t seem to get the snow we used to.

  • @ReimaginedAdventures
    @ReimaginedAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was excellent. I'm overly impressed with studded tires for a bicycle. Very engaging video ! ❄️⚙️

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks homie! Glad you like them.

    • @ReimaginedAdventures
      @ReimaginedAdventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EriebyCycle gotta get Heidi studded tires now!!

  • @mitmon_8538
    @mitmon_8538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally agree with your assessment. The one thing that will get you, even with studs, is what I call snirt - snow dirt. It's probably similar in consistency to sand, so unless you're floating on a fat bike, even studded bike tires are going to break loose. But yeah, on straight ice, crunchy snow, and most stuff in between, studded bike tires are amazing.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      “Snirt” You nailed it! Always a greasy mess, and makes early spring look awful!

  • @heatherlaskos8654
    @heatherlaskos8654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love my same studded tires that you have. I still need more testing of them in different conditions to see what I can get away with yet, maybe when this storm moves through I can go out and play some more. Thanks for the mention 😁👍❤🚲. Hope you & your loved ones have a great holiday 🥰

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love the way you worded that “what I can get away with.” Merry Christmas friend!

  • @cubcadet982
    @cubcadet982 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just got home from having a new knee put in. Hope i will be ready to ride in the spring!!!

  • @TravelingThru222
    @TravelingThru222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool video, yeah fenders are key. Great channel, just subbed.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey... Thanks so much!!! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @gilabear11
    @gilabear11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have not been looking at TH-cam lately... Happy Holidays and wishing a good new year! Stay safe out there.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi friend!!! I had been wondering if you were okay. Glad to hear from you, and many holiday well wishes!!!

  • @Johann-4354
    @Johann-4354 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the opinion. Good to know. Some winter days around here are pretty bad.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope it was helpful, or somehow useful.

  • @richardking3681
    @richardking3681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful, Josh-- our cleveland weather is so similar…

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s good to hear. Thanks friend! I hope and trust you are all warm and cozy on this frigid Christmas Eve.

    • @richardking3681
      @richardking3681 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EriebyCycle yup- not working today. Riding indoors in spandex instead! 🤡

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@richardking3681 Lolol!!!!

  • @garryruggiero3559
    @garryruggiero3559 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Checking in from Raleigh n.c have a Merry Christmas

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey friend. Merry Christmas to you and yours! I hope and trust you’re all toasty warm.

  • @robertbrady1534
    @robertbrady1534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Josh

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi friend! Thank you! You too

  • @billywood9717
    @billywood9717 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its obvious, the advantage. Im going to get dome myself. I think its kinda priority if it calls for it. Tires aren't hard to swap... but thats me. Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday man!

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed. I figured there are folks out there who are unaware, or just looking into them for the first time. Merry Christmas my friend!

    • @billywood9717
      @billywood9717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EriebyCycle i was one of them but after seeing this vid im sold. I think you want to peddle less in the snow. Tires without proper grip make you pedal more which creates sweat. You definitely wanna stay dry, warm, an functional and i believe studded tires will assist with that!

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@billywood9717 Nice! I follow this fellow “Bike Season “ on the instant gram that’s always posting bike commuter tips. He just turned me on to a breathable jacket that just might help with the sweat problem. I’ll let you know how it turns out.

    • @billywood9717
      @billywood9717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EriebyCycle sweet! Is it waterproof or rain jacket?

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@billywood9717 it’s supposed to be an insulated rain jacket , but I’ll admit to not knowing a lot about outdoor clothing.

  • @slowp100
    @slowp100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This makes me wonder if the bike studded tires must come off by April 1 like they do on cars. This is in Warshington the State.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well yea know, we’re supposed to stop at stop signs and traffic lights but…

  • @philgnarly8867
    @philgnarly8867 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you very much for making this video! From Madison Wisconsin...

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are most welcome. Glad you found it useful.

  • @ThisTimeTheWorld
    @ThisTimeTheWorld 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I usually didn't ride in late winter till last year. I just do it to beat winter boredom.
    I might buy a set of 700c hybrid studded tires. I would probably only need them a short period yearly so they might last a few years.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      You know, 45 NRTH makes a set of semi studded tires in 700c that are pretty good. Pricey but good if full studs is not what you need. Xerxes I believe they are called.

    • @ThisTimeTheWorld
      @ThisTimeTheWorld 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@EriebyCycle I saw them. Yes, they are a lot. It seems like its just gouging. I think ill try a cheaper one but thanks for the suggestion.

    • @ThisTimeTheWorld
      @ThisTimeTheWorld 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Are they any different in tread compounds or construction besides the studs?

    • @ThisTimeTheWorld
      @ThisTimeTheWorld 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I saw winter car tires somewhere that had walnut crumbles and materials embedded in them for traction without the worry about studs being lost or damaging the roads. I think a bike tire could have a similar application. I found them again, Toyo Observe brand tires.

  • @masaharumorimoto4761
    @masaharumorimoto4761 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, I need to ride, ice be damned, I'm going through changes like Ozzy.

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks a bunch. This year snow tires have been a little more needed than last.

  • @Op1zilla
    @Op1zilla ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Schwable make Great Tires 👽👍🏻

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have a few different pairs and I like all of them.

  • @robertadair6612
    @robertadair6612 ปีที่แล้ว

    In a way thats... efficient ;)

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I want to leave an honest, and personal reply... but I can't remember much about this video other than some of the riding to work in the icy darkness. I guess I'll have to watch back through. Thanks for coming by Robert.

  • @smokeycanuck8058
    @smokeycanuck8058 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello from the other side of the lake friend in Southern Ontario.
    Good assessment on studded tires. For the deeper stuff, have you considered a fat bike??? 5" tires at low PSI gives amazing float on snow. Not the most efficient for commuting however.
    Our cycling infrastructure sucks here too - it's a North American thing.
    Enjoy this video, explains a lot - cheers.
    th-cam.com/video/Uhx-26GfCBU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=8Qly_sx8l_OQ5iWS

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi pal! Thanks a bunch! I bought a cheaper KHS fat bike about 2 years back I use when it gets deep. I find the same as you mentioned- not terribly efficient- but an awful lot of fun.
      I made a video about just that bike in particular. th-cam.com/video/i_BTlkGaCZY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=h-SJVfWusqHFH1Wg

    • @EriebyCycle
      @EriebyCycle  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Also… I think the link you provided has influenced me a great deal.

  • @garypierson6455
    @garypierson6455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You dont have your homosexual safety gear on 😂