Schwalbe Marathon Racer 26 x 1.50 Tyre | RaceGuard Reflective Wired

The Schwalbe Marathon Racer is the lightest and quickest tyre in the Marathon family, built for riders who want Marathon reliability without dragging round the weight of a full touring tyre. At 465g in 26 x 1.50, it sheds more than 250g per tyre compared with the standard Marathon, and every gram of that is felt on the climbs and away from the lights.

It's a proper choice for turning an old 26-inch mountain bike into a fast, dependable commuter, or for fitting to a hybrid, city or light touring bike that deserves more speed than its current rubber allows. It's also E-25 rated, so it's cleared for e-bikes with assistance up to 25 km/h.

RaceGuard Puncture Protection

Instead of the thick latex belt used in the heavier Marathon models, the Racer uses RaceGuard, a double layer of fine nylon fabric under the tread. It stops the glass and flints that litter UK roads while keeping rolling resistance low and the ride lively.

Addix Compound

Schwalbe's Addix rubber gives the Racer a sharp balance of low rolling resistance, dependable grip in the wet and dry, and long wear. The HS 429 tread is smooth and fast in the centre, with enough shoulder detail to hold its line on broken tarmac and hard-packed towpaths.

LiteSkin Sidewall and Reflective Stripe

The LiteSkin sidewall keeps weight down and suppleness up, while the reflective stripe adds a ring of visibility in car headlights, a genuine safety gain on dark winter commutes.

Key Features

• Lightest tyre in the Schwalbe Marathon range
• RaceGuard double nylon puncture protection
• Addix compound for low rolling resistance, grip and durability
• LiteSkin sidewall for reduced weight
• Reflective sidewall stripe for low-light visibility
• E-25 rated for e-bikes up to 25 km/h
• Wired bead

Specifications

• Schwalbe part number: 11100293
• Size: 26 x 1.50 inch (ETRTO 40-559)
• Bead: Wired (rigid)
• Weight: 465g
• Casing: 67 EPI
• Tread: HS 429
• Pressure range: 4.0–6.0 bar (55–85 psi)
• Maximum load: 95kg
• Compound: Addix
• Protection: RaceGuard
• Line: Performance
• E-bike rating: E-25
• Colour: Black/Reflective

Recommended Schwalbe Inner Tubes

The 26 x 1.50 (40-559) Marathon Racer sits at the narrow end of Schwalbe's 26-inch tube range, so any of the following will fit. Match the valve to your rim: SV is Presta, AV is Schrader, DV is Dunlop/Woods, and SCV is Schwalbe's Clik Valve.

• Schwalbe No. 13 Standard – 26 inch, 40/62-559. Schwalbe's reliable butyl tube, known for holding pressure well. Available in SV, AV, DV and SCV 40mm valves.
• Schwalbe No. 14 Extralight – 26 inch, 40/60-559. Lighter than the standard tube with the same reliability, and a natural partner to the lightest Marathon. SV 40mm valve.
• Schwalbe No. 13 Air Plus – 26 inch, 40/62-559. A thicker, more airtight tube for commuters and e-bike riders who want to top up less often and carry a little more protection. Available in SV, AV and SCV 40mm valves.

DELIVERY

Delivery to mainland UK addresses are free for orders over £40. Except when you choose delivery to a third party (Click and Collect) there is a charge of £5.95 to cover some of the additional cost the couriers charge for this service. If you choose to collect from Fawkes warehouse there is no shipping charge.

There will an additional charge for deliveries to Highlands and Islands. 

RETURNS TO FAWKES

Whether it’s a jersey that doesn’t fit, or the colour is not quite right, sometimes you’ll need to return items to us.

If an item is 'as new' and has not been used or fitted in any way, you can return it to us by post within 90 days of delivery for a refund. Please ensure that the goods are returned in their original packaging and are in an unused condition.

Please click HERE to print and then complete the returns form and include it inside your parcel.

If you wish you can use our Royal Mail Returns service please follow the instructions on the link below to return your parcel to us.

Royal Mail Returns Service

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

Customers need to pay the cost of return delivery unless the item is faulty and this will be deducted from your refund, currently £3.95.

If your have a large item e.g. Child seat, Bike, trailer etc. please contact our customer service team at Guy@fawkes-cycles.co.uk to arrange the best way to return your item, the cost will be deducted from your refund.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free or promotional items you are sent, and you will be charged if they are not returned.

UNWANTED ITEMS

If you change your mind on your purchase, you have a full 90 days to return it for a refund. All Goods must be unused, in a saleable condition and in their original packaging with all labels still attached.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping.

There are some exclusions to our 90 day returns policy, which are detailed below:

Nutritional products or those with a best before date must be returned within 28 days*

Any customised items such as wheel builds cannot be returned*

GPS systems such as sports watches or cycle computers can only be returned if unregistered*

For hygiene reasons, any intimate garments such as facemasks, underwear and swimsuits can only be returned if the items are faulty.

*Unless faulty

If you wish to return your item for a refund, please follow the returns procedure above.

We try our best to process all refunds within 14 working days. We'll refund your item via your original payment method.

You will not receive a refund for the retail value of any free items you are sent, and Fawkes may charge you for this item if you fail to return it

FAULTY ITEMS

If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, then please contact us with photographs of the issue before returning any goods - we may be able to solve your problem without you incurring any further inconvenience.

If you find a fault with your item, send it back to us and we'll take a look at it as soon as we can. Items sent back to us will undergo an inspection and it may be necessary to send the item away to the manufacturer to confirm the fault. If we confirm a manufacturing fault, we'll happily replace or refund it.

Please pack the item carefully to avoid damaged during shipping. 

Faulty items should be returned within a reasonable time and in a clean and dry condition. PLEASE NOTE, WE WILL NOT PROCESS DIRTY ITEMS.

Please enclose all your details and a covering note explaining the fault and any other useful details.

We'll try to get back to you within 14 working days of receipt of your parcel, although during busy periods this may take slightly longer.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

We reserve the right to recharge return carriage on items where no fault is identified.

Customer Service Email: Guy@Fawkes-Cycles.co.uk

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