balloon tire

noun

: a flexible low-pressure pneumatic tire with a large cross section designed to provide cushioning

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As with most fat tire bikes, handling is a bit vague, but airing the balloon tires up to near their maximum of 20 psi adds a bit of sharpness and speed while the full suspension keeps the ride plush. —

William Roberson, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 Spotlighting balloon tire cruisers, muscle bikes, and other pre-1970 bicycle parts and memorabilia. —

Michelle Jenkins, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024 The wagon includes two 12-inch quick-release balloon tires that smoothly roll over sand, as well as a tire pump and inflation tool. —

Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2023 Firestone unveils the first production balloon tire. —

Marc Bona, cleveland, 9 Jan. 2023 With an absolutely silent Bosch motor, a low standover height for riders of most sizes, balloon tires to roll over anything, and one of the easiest-to-operate computers, the eJoy is an e-bike for everyone. —

Bradley Ford, Popular Mechanics, 16 May 2019 Grab a specialized wheelchair and get wet Beach wheelchairs have large balloon tires that allow them to move through sand. —

An Uong, BostonGlobe.com, 2 May 2018