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I was in the market for a new high volume multi-use tire for my adventure singlespeed bike. After much research and scouring through countless reviews, I arrived at the Wilderness Trail Bikes (WTB) Venture series (700x50) pictured below. They have the tread pattern I was looking for, which is kind of smoother rolling down the center with a relatively small "chevron" tread pattern and larger, wider spaced knobs along the edge for cornering on loose gravel. The tires mounted tubeless very easily. and held air quite well (at first).  For the maiden ride I  inflated them to 26 psi and they felt amazing. Like riding on firm pillows. Very supple with a lot  of grip. I didn't get into any mud but I really don't ride much in mud so I wasn't concerned about wet conditions. Big loose gravel was not a problem and they were smooth rolling on hard packed surfaces. I REALLY liked the ride from these tires. I couldn't wait to see how they held up to harsh Oklahoma "B&q