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Update on the Schwalbe Pick-Up & Douze
The don't roll as well as Marathon Plus.
The front end is noticably heavier to manoeuvre, almost unpleasant.
The rear end feels like it's stealing 25W of power constantly.
Since they're bigger, they also raise the bike a little, meaning the centre stand doesn't touch the ground in more occasions.
All in, would not recommend and I am contemplating getting a new normal size front tyre.