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MTB Reviews > Tires > Specialized The Captain Control 2bliss
Description: (from specialized.com)
We asked The Captain himself, Ned Overend, to help us design the perfect tire for control and predictability over any trail, just like those in his demanding XC racing days. The result is The Captain, with fast-rolling center knobs for exceptional transition and edge knobs to attack any trail. Now with 420D1 Control Casing that improves cut resistance.
reviewed by guest on April 23, 2009
Specialized The Captain Control 2bliss Reviews
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| MSRP: $45.00 | |
| Tags: xc | |
| 10 members own this | 1 members want this |
We asked The Captain himself, Ned Overend, to help us design the perfect tire for control and predictability over any trail, just like those in his demanding XC racing days. The result is The Captain, with fast-rolling center knobs for exceptional transition and edge knobs to attack any trail. Now with 420D1 Control Casing that improves cut resistance.
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on December 16, 2010
Pros
Great grip, fast rolling, good tire for running at low pressures (I'm often between 25 and 30 PSI).
Cons
Removal once installed can be difficult.
Review
This tire was added to the front of my bike after I decided I needed a little more cornering traction. For the price, I can't complain, as it has held up well the last year or so. I actually bought a pair and sometimes rotate them out, or will run one in the back if the conditions dictate.
on November 29, 2010
Pros
-Installed and sealed up easier than any other tire I've ever used. Two pumps w/my floor pump and it was holding air, didn’t even need to use soapy water
-Holds air very well, don't have to top it off every single ride.
-Appears to be true to size
-TONS of traction. Tons. It's crazy how well it climbs, I've yet to have it spin on me under power, no matter how many leaves or wet roots I'm riding over. Much harder to lock up under braking, and corners well too.
-Holds air very well, don't have to top it off every single ride.
-Appears to be true to size
-TONS of traction. Tons. It's crazy how well it climbs, I've yet to have it spin on me under power, no matter how many leaves or wet roots I'm riding over. Much harder to lock up under braking, and corners well too.
Cons
-Middle ground weight wise. About a fifth of a pound heavier than the tire it replaced (Kenda Small Block 8), and I can feel the difference, it's harder to get it up to speed.
-Rolling resistance. Doesn't roll as fast as some tires, tho it doesn't roll horribly either. Where I used to be able to coast on the DH's and catch up to other people who were pedaling, I now have to pedal too.
-Rolling resistance. Doesn't roll as fast as some tires, tho it doesn't roll horribly either. Where I used to be able to coast on the DH's and catch up to other people who were pedaling, I now have to pedal too.
Review
I have this tire set up on the rear of my rigid 29er, and it replaced a Kenda Small Block 8, one of the lighter and faster tires available. This tire has MUCH more grip, but it is heavier and slower. That said, it's a great tire for this time of year (fall/winter), when traction is hard to find. I can definitely see why this is such a popular tire, it does everything pretty well. I just happen to prefer a slight lean towards the fast and light side and don't mind giving up some grip to get it.
reviewed by guest on April 23, 2009
Pros
Light, good traction, but not for agressive riding, excellent wearing resistance (used for 3000km on the rear wheel, I'm 90kg, and it is still usable), works good as tubeless with Stans.
Cons
Extremely difficult to install (on DT Swiss X455). But when installed, they can be inflated even with hand held pump (in tubeless setup). These tires are not for low pressure (I use 40PSI at least)
Review
Overall, great universal tires.
on September 19, 2008
Pros
Traction is great both in a straight line as well as in the corners. You can late brake with these tires with little fear of having them was out. Great climbing abilities with this tire.
Cons
They advertise these tires as 2Bliss that is far from true....the side walls leak air you NEED to add Stan's No tube in them.....Might as well put an ultra light tube in them.
Review
I would recommend these and i would have given these a 5 star rating but these tires are not what they advertise....These are not tubeless.
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