Many of you have likely seen those legendary bikes from the 1980s and 90s—the era known as the dawn of the mountain bike—and perhaps you’ve even seen a cool bike sporting these very tires!
A Monumental Achievement in MTB Tire Design
Presented by Japan's world-renowned bicycle components manufacturer, PANARACER, the Smoke & Dart are the ancestors of all modern MTB tires and the true gold standard of the industry. Although slightly refined from the original models, these tires remain a steadfast staple in international markets even today.
The Dart was specifically designed for the front wheel and the Smoke for the rear, utilizing the cutting-edge technology of the time. According to Panaracer, "The rear Smoke’s 3D knob design provides unparalleled grip for climbing and braking, while the front Dart’s arrow-shaped tread ensures you never lose your line." They are truly considered a monumental achievement in MTB tire design.
A New Option for Reviving Old Mountain Bikes
With the global push toward a sustainable society, reuse is being reevaluated, and the bicycle industry is no exception.
In the United States, there is a reality where mountain bikes from the 80s and 90s are still actively used today as commuter bikes and everyday fun tools, and at Circles, we are constantly receiving requests from people who want to pull their father's or grandfather's old mountain bikes out of storage and put them back to use.
While the latest MTBs continue to evolve rapidly, often forgotten just as quickly due to fast-paced trends, why not choose this legendary tire from Japan’s own Panaracer as a new option for revitalizing those "old mountain bikes" that are gaining renewed attention as cool city commuters?
【PANARACER】 Smoke Classic
Size: 26×2.10″
Color: Black x Skin
Price: 6,820 yen (tax included)
【PANARACER】 Dart Classic
Size: 26×2.10″
Color: Black x Skin
Price: 6,820 yen (tax included)
