Back when the word “MTB” didn’t yet consist of just three letters.

Back when the word “MTB” couldn’t be summed up in just three letters, there was a time when there was no name for riding off paved roads.

I push my way up mountain trails in rural areas, race down single tracks that someone has found, brush off the mud with tree branches I pick up along the way, and do my best to fix any broken parts on the spot.

There was no smarts whatsoever, but everything was within reach, and there was a sense of speed as you moved with your own strength. Mountain biking was a form of freedom.

26 inch wheels with wide tires.
A simple chromoly frame and a rugged rigid fork.
The decorations and gimmicks weren’t as sophisticated as they are now,
but there was a definite sense of “fun to master” and “trust as a tool that can be used to the fullest.”

Now, that era is quietly coming back to life once again.

As times change, standards change, and options expand,
we find ourselves living in an age where we “have too much.”

However, recently, more and more people are trying to distance themselves from the modern world,
refurbishing their old MTBs and getting back into riding.

• I want to revive a 20-year-old frame

• I’m looking for a reliable bike for traveling and commuting

• I want to pay respect to MTB culture once again

The Homage 26″ – Sand Beige Edition
I would be happy if this could be a kind of “restart switch” for people like that.

The Homage — It’s a sign of respect.

The Homage is a model designed and supervised as a homage to Panaracer’s classic semi-slick “Mach SS” and mountain bikes.

・Semi-slicks roll well on paved roads.
・On gravel, the side knobs grip the road
・Flexible yet durable casing for travel and everyday use

We believe this is not just a reproduction, but a modern classic that pays homage to the past while being reconstructed as a necessary tool for those of us living in the present.

Sand Beige — It runs well and fits in well.

When we first released “Sand Beige” five years ago, the response exceeded our expectations. It sold out immediately, and we continued to receive requests to make it again.

In response to these requests, this limited edition model will be re-released in a color exclusive to the 26-inch model.

It looks modest, but somehow it blends in with the scenery and softens the overall impression of the bike.
And it doesn’t stand out on dirt roads or in the city – I think it’s a “subtle but effective” color.

We wanted to offer this color once again, not as a flashy new color, but as a color that people have expressed their desire for.

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Product Specifications

• Size：26 x 1.95″（ETRTO 47-559）
• Compound：ZSG Natural Compound
• Casing: Highly puncture-resistant and flexible
• Bead: Kevlar (foldable)
• Weight：535g
• Color：Sand Beige × Tan Side
• Price：$68/each
• Made：Panaracer of Japan

Limited quantity. Future production dates have not yet been decided.

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Why these tires now?

We live in an age where, without realizing it, we have too much.
That’s why I feel grateful for the feeling of being able to go anywhere with just a few tools. I find it so endearing.

The Homage 26″ — Sand Beige Edition

This is more than just a tire.
It’s a tribute to the freedom of the past and a subtle preview of your future style.

Why not try out those 26-inch tires again?
The moment you put these tires on, you’ll surely feel like something is “starting again.”

The Homage 26” — Sand Beige Edition.
The perfect reason to get back in the saddle again