Schwalbe Pick-Up – Cargo tire with ADDIX E-Compound &

Product Overview

The Schwalbe Pick-Up is a purpose-built cargo bicycle tire engineered for heavy-duty performance on cargo bikes and e-bikes. With its extremely stable double carcass construction—known as Super Defense—it delivers unmatched load-bearing strength while maintaining exceptional puncture protection. Designed to handle daily urban delivery routes, family transport duties, or long-distance touring with cargo loads, this tire ensures reliability under the most demanding cycling conditions. The advanced ADDIX E-Compound tread provides superior grip and rolling efficiency, making every ride smoother, safer, and more efficient. Whether you’re navigating busy city streets, uneven suburban paths, or rural roads, the Schwalbe Pick-Up combines rugged durability with practical functionality to support active utility cycling.

Key Features

• Extremely Stable Double Carcass (Super Defense): Built with a reinforced dual-layer structure that significantly strengthens the sidewall and overall tire integrity. This design prevents deformation under heavy cargo loads, ensuring consistent handling, reduced risk of pinch flats, and enhanced safety during high-stress riding scenarios.
• Exceptional Puncture Protection: The robust carcass acts as an effective barrier against sharp debris, glass, thorns, and other road hazards. Even when carrying full loads over rough surfaces, the tire resists penetration, minimizing unexpected flats and reducing downtime during essential tasks like deliveries or school runs.
• ADDIX E-Compound Tread: A specialized rubber compound developed specifically for electric and e-bike applications. It offers outstanding traction on wet and dry surfaces, responsive cornering, and low rolling resistance—key factors in improving both control and battery efficiency on extended rides.
• Optimized for Cargo Bikes: Engineered from the ground up for cargo bicycles where weight distribution, load capacity, and tire resilience are critical. Its construction supports heavier payloads without compromising maneuverability, stability, or rider confidence.
• E-Bike Ready Certification (50 km/h): Certified to meet international e-bike standards for speeds up to 50 km/h (Class 3), making it fully compatible with modern electric cargo bikes used in urban logistics, family transport, and commercial freight applications.
• Clincher Design: Standard clincher construction ensures easy installation with most common inner tubes and valve types, offering broad compatibility across a wide range of rim setups commonly found on cargo e-bikes.

Technical Specifications

• Tire Type: Clincher
• Intended Use: Cargo Bikes, E-Bikes
• Speed Rating: E-50 (certified for use at speeds up to 50 km/h)
• Carcass Construction: Double-layer (Super Defense)
• Tread Compound: ADDIX E-Compound
• Recommended Application: Rear tire for cargo bike configurations

Benefits & Use Cases

The Schwalbe Pick-Up excels in real-world environments where reliability under load is non-negotiable. For couriers and delivery riders, it withstands frequent stops, sudden weight shifts, and unpredictable road conditions—keeping operations running smoothly even during peak demand periods. Parents using cargo bikes for transporting children benefit from predictable handling and reduced maintenance thanks to strong puncture resistance, giving peace of mind on everyday commutes. Long-distance adventurers and commercial operators appreciate the tire’s ability to maintain performance over thousands of kilometers, whether hauling gear on weekend tours or moving goods across towns and cities. Because it’s designed to endure, users can focus on their mission rather than mechanical failures. The combination of high-speed certification, durable materials, and intelligent tread design makes it ideal for anyone who depends on their cargo bike as both a vehicle and livelihood.

Important Notes

The Schwalbe Pick-Up is intended exclusively for use on cargo and e-bikes and should not be installed on standard recreational or commuter bicycles. Always inflate tires to the recommended pressure listed on the sidewall or in the manufacturer’s guidelines—underinflation increases the risk of pinch flats and reduces handling precision, while overinflation compromises comfort and grip. Although the double carcass greatly enhances resistance to punctures, no tire offers complete immunity against all potential hazards. Regularly inspect your tires before and after rides for cuts, embedded objects, bulges, or wear indicators. Note that this product includes only one tire; rim strips, valves, and inner tubes must be purchased separately unless included in a bundled package. Compatibility with specific rims should be verified prior to installation.

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