PRESS RELEASE: CushCoreIt wasn’t that long ago that things like a dropper post or tubeless tires/wheels were considered “controversial” accessories. Now, virtually every decent mountain bike comes standard with a dropper post and tubeless wheel sets. For 2022, Rocky Mountain and CushCore are introducing the next generation of innovation by offering CushCore tire inserts as standard equipment.
2022 Rocky Mountain Bikes equipped with CushCoreSince 2018, the Rocky Mountain Race Face Enduro Team has been racing with CushCore. Riders like Jesse Melamed have been “in the know” and have not raced without it for the past 4 years. Proven to work between the tape, CushCore is now standard equipment so anyone can ride with total confidence.
EWS star Jesse Melamed on the 2022 Rocky Mountain Altitude. Pic - Dave Trumpore
2022 Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 90 Rally. Pic - Dave Trumpore
“I found the consistency in cornering was so nice, it just dug in, the knobs dug in, and I felt my corner would just stay on its arc. Obviously, the impact protection on the front is nice, it does help the suspension, it damps a lot of the little things. We are hitting things so fast that one impact can ruin your run, so for me, why wouldn’t I run CushCore?” –
Jesse MelamedIntroducing the all new 2022 Altitude Powerplay. Featuring the next generation Dyname 4.0 drive system, with a high torque system, integrated new top tube display, all-new handlebar remote, a larger, removable battery, and of course, CushCore tire inserts front and rear. Rocky Mountain are proud to say that they have the best riding e-bike on the market.
2022 Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay. Pic - Margus Riga
Mountain bike legend Thomas Vanderham. Pic - Margus Riga
“I used CushCore for a few projects this year and I was really stoked with the results. I like the fact that the insert holds the bead and helps reduce burping under extreme cornering conditions. I also like the rim protection element.” –
Thomas VanderhamFor more information and detailed spec’s check out
Rocky Mountain Bikes and
CushCore.
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With practice a full mouse can be fitted in a couple of minutes, even if squeezing it into an undersized tyre. For a mtb tyre it should be really quick!
#1, it allows the tire and cushcore to slide against one another easier, so getting the bead to the center of the rim is much easier.
#2, it helps the cushcore settle easier, while also providing sealant between the bead and edge of the rim in order to provide a better seal. This also helps glue the tire in place and decreases the chance of burping or slow leaks.
I can generally get a tire on the way I've do it, without tire levers.
Every once in a while you may need one for the last inch or two.
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