Good lightweight grippy tire for
"Good lightweight grippy tire for paved or sealed tracks"
Overall rating: 4.2 / 5 from 5 reviews.
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Fast tires, rough control feel, great for paved or glued tracks
"I have the 20x1.75 Silkshield, front and rear. I got them from Dan's Comp on clearance. These roll fast and handle glued tracks perfectly. They are made for paved/glued super tracks. But in dirt, even hard packed and groomed, I do not feel confidence in the Relix. Also, they have a hard, rough feedback. Other brands have some cushion and a softer feel; not the Relix. None of that. You'll feel every pebble and uneven spot. Literally I can feel the asphalt in my handlebars when in a turn. These tires are made for paved and glued tracks that are well maintained. If you ride in any sort of dirt I don't recommend the Relix. If you jump these you have to have high speed and make a shallow long jump with forward landing. If you have a peaky track with hopping, popping, and short jumps you're SOL with the Relix. You'll eat it and/or break your wrists. This tire is made for the 'fastest track conditions in the world' and that is not your local hometown BMX track. If you are on a UCI World tour heading to the Olympics this is your tire. If you're battling for District points at your local track get something else."
The Best One Yet
"Been racing for more than 2 decades now and this tyre is grippiest one I've ever had, could have been a good weapon for the 2020 Olympics. Just sad I can't find them anymore"
Relic 20” x 1.75”
"Bought as tires for a Bike Friday Tandem. Everything good so far, and nearly as wide as will fit on this particular bike. Rolls fast on the center tread with a bit of tread at the sides for when the path gets squishy."
Nice tire for dry, firm
"Nice tire for dry, firm conditions, but i like the DTH much better. Can't get it in 20 inch anymore. And im quite bummed about that"