This tyre features a central ramped tread profile for easily acceleration, as well as aggressive side knobs for superb grip on corners and technical trail sections. This tyre is engineered to be robust, reliable and dependable - the Grifo is a very worthy addition to your racing/training arsenal. Classed as one of the best all-around cyclocross tyres every created by Challenge, this tyre excels in wet, dry, soft packed, rocky and root-infested course conditions Technologies: Vulcanized Tubeless Ready (VTR): The highest level of performance offered by car, truck and motorcycle tyre manufacturers is a vulcanized tubeless system. While this is an old technology for cars and trucks, for bicycles it is relatively new and did not even have an internationally accepted design standard (ISO or ETRTO) until recent years. By eliminating the inner tube it is possible to lower the weight and create a softer, more comfortable, more efficient, lower rolling resistance tyre system by running lower tyre pressure. Challenge started introducing Vulcanized Tubeless Ready (VTR) tyres in recent years because the ISO and ETRTO standards for proper VTR tire and rim fit have finally been completed. These standards ensure your safety and your ability to fit and service the tyres with hand tools.
In addition to the advanced tread design, this tyre has Schwalbe's tough Super Gravity casing, which is highly puncture resistant and withstands the abuse of harsh landings after huge drops and jumps. Also, the ADDIX Soft compound gives you outstanding grip over all terrain types and in all weather conditions. This Super Gravity model is designed for use with longer travel bikes. Additional Features: Precisely tuned stud positioning for controlled and forgiving riding at the limit The combination of large and small shoulder studs grants the rider optimal grip in numerous conditions Semi-open blocks ensure optimal self-cleaning properties with low rolling resistance Recommended Pressures: 26x2.35": 1.6-3.5 Bar (23-50 psi); 27.5x2.35": 1.6-3.5 Bar (23 - 50 psi); 27.5x2.6": 1.2-2.6 Bar (17 - 38 psi); 29x2.35": 1.6-3.5 Bar (23 - 50 psi) Weights: 26x2.35": 1060g; 27.5x2.35": 1110g; 27.5x2.6": 1165g; 29x2.35": 1195g Technologies: Addix Soft Addix Soft is a compound that bridges many disciplines. It’s just as at home in the enduro and downhill world as it is in the demanding discipline of all-mountain and trail riding. It also impresses when used in combination with other ADDIX tyres – more speed: Soft on the front, Speedgrip on the back. Or more damping: Ultra Soft on the front, Soft on the back. Super Gravity Go where others dare not to venture. Where the rider and the trail demand everything from the material. Where bikes have a lot of travel. Right there is the zone for tyres with Super Gravity construction. E-25 Tyres with the recommendation "E-25" are the perfect choice for all pedelecs with pedal assistance up to 25 kph. The most important criterion for this recommendation: security. Tubeless Technology For all ambitious sports cyclists, Tubeless is the right choice. Only Tubeless achieves the best values in terms of more speed, grip, puncture protection and comfort. Evolution Line Tyres with the very best possible highest grade materials with the latest technology.
Technical solutions: - Specific bi compounds tread, developed to ensure an unbelievable wear resistance, and yet grip on the angle. Combination of the reliable 110 TPI carcass fabric, and bead-to-bead breaker ensure a great resistance to road hazards and also from cuts and wear. HD Protection Bead2Bead The HD Protection Bead2Bead technology consists of a High Density crossed fibre reinforcement which protects the full casing of the tyre. The crown as well as the sidewall of the tyre are strengthened to assure maximum of protection and longevity. Michelin tyres benefiting from the technology HD Protection Bead2Bead are particularly adapted to demanding cyclist that is in search of the best compromise in puncture protection, longevity and weight. Bi Compound The Technology Bi-compound, has two different rubber compounds within the tread area. The rubber compound in the centre of the tread assures the optimal transmission of torque, that traction when pedaling or when braking. These rubber compounds are designed and optimised to increase resistance to wear, but also help braking safely on wet ground. The rubber compound at the shoulder area of the tread brings maximum performance and safety when leaning into a curve or turn giving exceptional levels of grip on dry as well as wet surfaces. Technology Bi-Compound was invented in 1995 and Michelin R&D continues to improve year after year the performance of this rubber compound and proposes them in many road tyres giving the benefit of this technology, for maximum of grip and resistance to wear for the demanding cyclist.
This gravel bike tyre features a smooth centreline with a herringbone outer tread, which makes it more than capable of handling all the intensity that comes with riding across mixed terrains. Its rounded profile with vertical channels also enhances its cornering characteristics, so you can benefit from excellent handling when pedalling into bends. Coming kitted out with WTB's Dual DNA compound, this model delivers a fast-rolling centreline with great corning traction. High Volume Gravel Bike Tyre Horizon brings supple plus-size traction and smooth riding characteristics beyond where the pavement ends. This high-volume 650b tyre pairs an all-weather herringbone pattern with parallel grooves to improve cornering traction on crumbling tarmac and increase comfort on hardpack. The Horizon provides deceivingly elegant performance on pavement, with a resilience that isn’t shaken by chasing confidants down dusty roads. The Horizon creates a new riding experience, regardless of where your exploits lead you. SG2 Puncture Protection These tyres are available with WTB's SG2 Puncture Protection, which is a lightweight nylon insert that provides bead-to-bead coverage and ensures every area of the tyre is defended against slashes and punctures. As events become progressively rougher and cyclists pedal farther, gravel gets tougher. It only makes sense for gravel tyres to become tougher as well. Technologies: Dual DNA Compound: Two rubber compounds. The centerline tread features a firmer rubber compound that rolls fast and resists tread wear while the side knobs are composed of softer, slower-rebounding rubber to improve control and grip. All Dual DNA tyres fall within the Fast Rolling category. SG2 Puncture Protection: Nylon fibres have a flat profile, which reduces the amount of rubber needed to fill the gaps between fibres and minimises weight. Protected SG2 gravel tyres feature a 120tpi casing, which improves suppleness compared to a traditional 60tpi tyre. SG2 was specifically designed to be a puncture protection layer, but it also improves air retention and eliminates seeping at the sidewall. Tyre Pressure Information: WTB's tyre pressure recommendations have changed over time due to further developments in technology. Riders may always reference the markings on their tyres for allowed pressures ranges, but WTB calculate pressure recommendations based on an average rider weight of 160-180 lbs and suggest increasing the minimum recommended pressure by 2-3psi for every additional 10 lbs of rider weight. Never exceed the maximum tyre pressure marked on a tyre. Manufacturer's Part Number: W010-0842
Whether you're into enduro racing or gravity riding on your mountain bike (MTB), this front-orientated tyre is engineered for fast, smooth and dependable rolling performance. It features a high-quality TriTec compound, which uses its three compounds to provide optimal levels of traction, support and durability as you tackle whatever the mountain throws at you. Ready for the more demanding of terrain conditions, this version also comes equipped with SG2 puncture protection that defends all surfaces of the tyre by providing an uninterrupted layer of protection from bead to bead. Coming complete with Tubeless Compatible System (TCS) technology, it offers tubeless benefits such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased stability, comfort and fewer chances of flats or punctures. MTB Tyre with TCS Tubeless Technology The Verdict is WTB's most aggressive front-focused tyre. The tyre of choice when relentless traction takes priority over rolling efficiency. Designed to dig in every way, the flat profile of the Verdict keeps chunky outer knobs shovelling at all times. Paired to a substantial intermediate channel, this ensures numerous knob edges are biting into the trail while beginning to lean or fully in it. Abundant open space between all knobs allows the Verdict to dig through the driest days of summer and fling mud in the wettest months of spring. The Verdict is guilty of holding it down through off-camber corners and chundery descents. Technologies: TriTec Compound: Three compounds provide optimal levels of traction, support and durability. A base of high durometer rubber supports the entire tread and transitions into the knobs to prevent folding or squirming. Medium stiffness center knobs cap the base layer to provide traction and durability without sacrificing rolling efficiency, while soft compound side knobs deliver maximum grip and slow rebound for increased cornering traction. SG2: SG2 defends all surfaces of a tyre by providing an uninterrupted layer of puncture protection from bead to bead. TCS Light Casing: One layer of supple, gram-conscious casing conforms to the terrain to provide maximum performance, exceptional reliability and low rotational weight. TCS Light/High Grip: Glue-like conforming rubber wrapped onto a gram-conscious casing designed to be compliant while still trail-worthy. Who says High Grip needs to be heavy? Tubeless Compatible System (TCS): TCS is WTB's standardised tubeless rim/tyre system designed to meet international ETRTO standards and provide the most reliable tubeless system available. Pairing WTB’s legendary casings and tread compounds with a Tubeless Folding bead delivers the increased traction and reliability of a tubeless tyre at a lower weight than any tubed alternative. Manufacturer's Part Numbers: W010-0901 Black 27.5" 2.5" W010-0905 Black 29" 2.5"
Backing up the grip performance is the EXO Protection in the sidewall, which offers high puncture resistance for a reliable performance every time. Optimised for use on trail bikes with wider rims, this wider mountain bike tyre uses the same tread as on the DH version but has the extra weight and width to stand up to the most aggressive trail riding. Technologies: Dual Compound: Two compounds comprised of a hard, longer lasting centre and a softer gripping shoulder. EXO Protection: Maxxis EXO tyres feature an exceptional cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the tyre sidewalls. This densely woven fabric is very lightweight and is very flexible, which guarantees that the performance of the tyre is unaffected. The EXO Protection is a superb choice for rocky, aggressive and technical trails where the chance of sidewall cuts is high. Tubeless Ready: Tubeless tyres provide many benefits: they offer the ability to run lower air pressures, which dramatically improves traction; it provides a lower rolling resistance compared to when using tubes and a drastic reduction in the change of getting a flat tyre since there is no tube. Wide Trail (WT): This construction optimises the tyre tread layout and profile on today’s modern, wider rims. Traditional tyres were designed for older, narrower rims which can lead to an overly square tyre profile, leading to inferior performance. WT tyres are optimised for a 30-35mm inner rim width, depending on the rider’s preference.
This mountain bike (MTB) tyre is specifically designed for tackling mixed terrain conditions on your ride. It features a high-quality Soft Compound that ensures the best balance between grip and rolling resistance for gravity-focused disciplines. Coming equipped with a pattern design that's especially tailored for rear wheel use, this model offers the best performance in rear wheel specific requirements like braking, traction and track stability. Its balance of a positive profile and open areas is designed for best performance in complex terrains, so you can enjoy the sweet spot between grip, self-cleaning, adaptivity and rolling characteristics. The use of steep and shallow ramps is tailored to the area of application in mixed and loose terrain, giving you an excellent balance between harmonious, easy-rolling properties and power transmission. MTB Tyre with Enduro Casing No stranger to the finer details, this MTB tyre comes kitted out with an Enduro Casing. Its durable single-ply carcass construction includes Apex to prevent snakebites for a confident and secure ride, wherever your adventure takes you. Another highlight is its tubeless ready technology, which allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased comfort, stability and fewer risks of flats or punctures. Manufacturer's Part Numbers: 1019930000 Black 2.4" 27.5" 1506350000 Black 2.6" 27.5" 1019940000 Black 2.4" 29" 1506360000 Black 2.6" 29"
With an advanced, intermediate tread profile and Schwalbe’s ADDIX Soft compound, this top-performing mountain bike tyre hangs on over the loosest surfaces and soaks up the biggest impacts. This Super Trail model is designed for use with medium travel bikes. Additional Features: Strong shoulder studs and aggressive, open tread design provide maximum braking traction and cornering grip even in extremely muddy terrain. Equipped with V-Groves specially developed for Magic Mary, every stud can bite into the ground for even more grip Angled studs in the middle of the tread optimise the rolling characteristics Recommended Pressures: 26x2.35": 1.6-3.5 Bar (23-50 psi); 27.5x2.4": max. 3.5 Bar (max. 50 psi); 27.5x2.6": 1.2-2.6 Bar (17-38 psi); 27.5x2.8": 1.2-2.60" Bar (17-38psi); 29x2.25": 1.7-3.8 Bar (24-55psi); 29x2.4": 1.7-3.8 Bar (24-55 psi); 29x2.6": 1.2-2.6 Bar (17-38 psi) Weights: 26x2.35": 1000g; 27.5x2.4": 1140g; 27.5x2.6": 1175g; 27.5x2.8": 1250g; 29x2.25": 1080g; 29x2.4": 1220g; 29x2.6": 1260g Technologies: ADDIX Soft ADDIX Soft is a compound that bridges many disciplines. It’s just as at home in the enduro and downhill world as it is in the demanding discipline of all-mountain and trail riding. It also impresses when used in combination with other ADDIX tyres – more speed: Soft on the front, Speedgrip on the back. Or more damping: Ultra Soft on the front, Soft on the back. Super Trail As versatile as a multi-tool: a stable construction, with a range of applications from intense all-mountain and trail rides to enduro use. Ideal for riders riding a medium-travel bike. Tubeless Technology For all ambitious sports cyclists, Tubeless is the right choice. Only Tubeless achieves the best values in terms of more speed, grip, puncture protection and comfort. E-25 (26x2.35", 27.5x2.6", 27.5x2.8", 29x2.25", 29x2.4" and 29x2.6" size options) Tyres with the recommendation "E-25" are the perfect choice for all pedelecs with pedal assistance up to 25 kph. The most important criterion for this recommendation: security. E-50 (27.5x2.4") E-Bike tyres with European ECE-R75 approval. Schwalbe's recommendation for fast E-Bikes - S-Pedelecs with type approval, insurance and motor assist over 25 kph – for which a special tyre approval is necessary.
Ready for race day, this XC tyre features a high-quality Gum-X compound that uses a series of rubbers to combine different performance characteristics such as grip, performance and durability. This makes it more than capable of enduring all the demands that come with intense cross country racing. In addition, its Gum-X compound optimises the balance between rolling efficiency and traction to give you dependable rolling performance across mixed terrain conditions. Designed for versatility, this cross country tyre comes kitted out with an updated tread pattern with taller, wide-spaced knobs to enhance control in a wide range of riding conditions. Michelin has also equipped it with Cross Shield² casing for extra protection as it prevents both tread and sidewall damage during racing. Tubeless Ready XC Racing Tyre All set for modern XC racing, this model benefits from tubeless ready technology, so you can use it with or without an inner tube provided that a tubeless wheel is used, the maximum pressure is not exceeded, sealant is added and the tyre pressure is checked before each ride. By running it tubeless, you'll enjoy performance advantages such as the ability to run lower pressures for increased stability on mixed terrains, lower rolling resistance and fewer chances of flats or punctures. Manufacturer's Part Numbers: 489593 Black 29x2.10" 819814 Black 29x2.25"
Giving you fast rolling and cornering, this world-class tyre is a perfect upgrade for riders who want maximum control in all riding conditions. Technologies: Challenge Handmade Clinchers (HCL): This Handmade Clincher is made from the same materials and processes as handmade tubulars but instead of sewing an inner tube inside the casing is wrapped around an aramid bead to form a tire that fits on a clincher rim. The HCL is moulded flat, not in a horseshoe like a TLR or VCL. This shape allows the casing to naturally deform over surface imperfections and minimize rolling resistance. A tubeless tire is moulded in a U-shape to make the sidewalls rigid, so the system does not “burp” or lose air when it deforms after it encounters a surface imperfection. The tubeless tire’s stiff sidewall compromises its ability to equal a supple HCL with a latex inner tube.
Whether you're commuting through the snow and ice or touring during the winter, this folding winter tyre offers exceptional performance on your road bike. It features an optimised tread pattern that ensures maximum traction on snow and wet surfaces. Designed to operate best at temperatures between -25°C and +7°C, this tyre is also equipped with Continental's Vectran Breaker anti-puncture belt beneath the tread. This means that you'll benefit from its fantastic rolling resistance, handling characteristics and reliable protection against cuts and punctures on your travels. One final benefit of this model is its reflective sidewalls, which give you additional safety during dark winter nights and dusky days. Technologies: Vectran Breaker: Vectran is a synthetically manufactured high-tech fibre from a natural model. Vectran has an enormous tear resistance at a very low weight: Exactly the right properties to process into a premium Continental bicycle tyre, such as the Grand Prix 5000 as a puncture protection insert. A Vectran Breaker is lighter, more flexible and protects more effectively against cuts than the comparable nylon breaker. Vectran Breaker does not adversely affect the rolling resistance.
The “Ultrabite” offers remarkable performance as a front tyre in combination with G-One Bite or G-One Allround on the rear wheel. Additional Features: Aggressive tread design impresses with its compact “tape knobs” in the middle of the tread and provides full grip and unrivalled traction Strong outer blocks provide the rider with safety at all times when cornering Recommended Pressures: 700x38c: 3.00 - 5.00 Bar (45 - 70psi); 700x45c: max. 5.00 Bar (max. 70psi); 700c x 2.0": 2.50 - 4.50 Bar (35 - 65psi); 27.5x2.0": max. 4.50 Bar (max. 65psi) Weights: 700x38c: 530g; 700x45c: 610g; 700c x 2.0": 665g 27.5x2.0": 625g Technologies: ADDIX Speedgrip ADDIX Speedgrip is the universal compound. It definitely has the widest range of use. Perfect for XC, AM and Trail: for the majority of EVO tires there’s a version with ADDIX Speedgrip. It replaces the previous PaceStar compound where a significant, though not the only difference, during extensive use is more mileage and longer life. Super Ground Combines lightweight and stability. Feels comfortable in any terrain. Balanced ratio of puncture protection and smooth-rolling. For flowing trails, long rides and any terrain. E-25 Tyres with the recommendation "E-25" are the perfect choice for all pedelecs with pedal assistance up to 25 kph. The most important criterion for this recommendation: security. Tubeless Technology For all ambitious sports cyclists, Tubeless is the right choice. Only Tubeless achieves the best values in terms of more speed, grip, puncture protection and comfort.