Durable year-round: a long term review of Bontrager's H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid tire

Durable, reliable and affordable– what more do you want from a trusty commuter tire?

Bontrager's H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid commuter tire
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Cycling Weekly Verdict

The Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid tire is durable and reliable. It is well equipped for all types of roads, conditions, and weather. At an affordable $40.00 / £29.99, this tire will improve your commuting and cycling journeys with incredibly high puncture resistance. Not even shards of glass can stop you.

Reasons to buy
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    Highly puncture resistant

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    Versatile for rides over all types of roads, trails, and gravel

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    Reflective sidewalls for added visibility

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    Affordable cost

Reasons to avoid
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    Feels heavy over long distances

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    Heavier tire contributes to a slower pace

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You can trust Cycling Weekly. Our team of experts put in hard miles testing cycling tech and will always share honest, unbiased advice to help you choose. Find out more about how we test.

Trek's in-house accessories brand Bontrager has a wide range of hybrid bike tires, made specifically to meet the demands of city riding. Among them, the H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid tires were designed for everyday use, for commuters to road cyclists alike, at an affordable price point. They prioritize durability, versatility and puncture resistance.

Bontrager H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid: construction

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