Schwalbe Hurricane HS 499 – The All-Rounder for Light Terrain

Whether you’re commuting through the city, rolling along gravel paths, or venturing into light off-road terrain, the Schwalbe Hurricane HS 499 is the tyre that does it all without compromise. With its modern, dynamic tread design, the Hurricane delivers low rolling resistance on tarmac and confident grip the moment the surface turns rough. It’s the tyre you fit once and forget about — because it just works, everywhere.

Built with Schwalbe’s SnakeSkin Performance Line casing and Addix Performance Compound, the Hurricane combines puncture protection, durability, and versatile grip in a single package. The result is a tyre that’s equally at home on a hardtail, a gravel bike, or a trekking bike.

Key Features

Smooth centre tread for low rolling resistance and minimal noise on road
Micro-siping in the transition zone for whisper-quiet cornering feel and safety
Stable shoulder knobs for grip on forest tracks and gravel
SnakeSkin casing for excellent puncture protection
Addix Performance Compound — highly durable, wide performance range
E-Bike Ready 50: approved for fast e-bikes up to 50 km/h (ECE-R75 certified)
Wire bead construction
Colour: Black / Black sidewall
Recommended pressure: 2.0 – 4.5 bar

Specifications

Brand: Schwalbe
Model: Hurricane HS 499
Size: 29 x 2.00"
ETRTO: 50-622
ETRTO Inner Diameter: 622
ETRTO Width: 50
Type: Wire bead (Drahtreifen)
Pressure: 2.0 – 4.5 bar
Weight: 650 g
Puncture protection: Yes (SnakeSkin)
Technology: SnakeSkin Performance Line, Addix Performance Compound, E-Bike Ready 50
Colour: Black / Black sidewall
Includes: 1 tyre
Sales unit: 25 (trade pack)

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of riding is the Schwalbe Hurricane best suited for?

The Hurricane HS 499 is an all-terrain tyre designed for riders who mix road, gravel, and light off-road riding. Its smooth centre tread rolls fast on tarmac, while the shoulder knobs provide grip on forest tracks, gravel paths, and packed dirt.

Is the Hurricane compatible with e-bikes?

Yes — the Hurricane HS 499 carries the E-Bike Ready 50 certification, meaning it is approved for use on fast e-bikes (S-Pedelecs) up to 50 km/h with ECE-R75 approval. This makes it a great choice for both standard and electric bikes.

What is SnakeSkin and does it protect against punctures?

SnakeSkin is Schwalbe’s reinforced casing technology that provides excellent protection against cuts and punctures from the side. It is part of the Performance Line and is designed for intensive use on varied terrain.

What is Addix Performance Compound?

Addix Performance Compound is Schwalbe’s highly durable rubber compound with a wide performance range. Similar to Speedgrip, it is a universal compound used across the Performance Line, offering a good balance of grip, rolling resistance, and longevity.

What is the recommended tyre pressure?

Schwalbe recommends running the Hurricane HS 499 between 2.0 and 4.5 bar. The ideal pressure depends on your weight, terrain, and riding style. Lower pressures improve comfort and grip on rough surfaces; higher pressures reduce rolling resistance on smooth roads.

Is this a tubeless-ready tyre?

This listing is for the wire bead (clincher) version of the Hurricane HS 499, designed for use with an inner tube. If you need a tubeless-ready version, please check our other tyre listings.

What rim size does this tyre fit?

The Hurricane HS 499 29x2.00" fits 29-inch rims with an ETRTO inner diameter of 622 mm (also known as 700c). Please verify your rim size before ordering.

Schwalbe Hurricane HS 499 – 29x2.00", Wire Bead, SnakeSkin, Performance Line, Addix