I am really unhappy with the poor stock tires. I've been a big fan of Schwalbes in the past. Which model did you put on your fastroad? Thanks!First thing i did after purchasing my Explore E+ was replace the Giant stock tires. I had two flats the first three times I took my new bike out. Been running Schwalbes for the last six months with no problems.
I installed panaracer flat way liners and have been puncture free, unfortunately I took a heavy fall on the bike in wet conditions, my confidence in the stock tyres has gone so I’ve installed marathon e plus so far all is good and I feel more confident with the grip on wet roads, (this could all just be in my mind after taking a heavy fallthough)Tony, I suggest that you consider using Panaracer Flataway liners which are made from Kevlar and are nigh impossible to penetrate.
Unlike conventional 'rubber' or plastic liners that provide bulk between the tyre and tube, the Flataways provide a shield that few sharp objects will manage to get through.
Flataway liners are glued to the inside of the tyre, effectively becoming part of the tyre. You might need to add a smear of contact adhesive to help them stay in place!
… David