WTB Byway TCS Fast Tyre (SG2)Ready for exploring the countryside back roads, this gravel bike tyre features a smooth centreline for superior efficiency with diamond-shaped outer knobs that grip into the dirt. Its high volume capacity also allows for a comfortable ride when the smooth tarmac comes to an end and the mixed terrain begins. Gravel Bike Tyre with Smooth Rolling PerformanceByway is for days of endless hardpack exploration and gravel grinding while also providing noticeable efficiency on any pavement linking it all together. A swiftly smooth centreline is paired to a textured intermediate section that provides a seamless transition onto small outer knobs for unwavering traction in loose dirt and gravel. Prominent outer knobs also extend down the sidewall to provide an additional level of defence from roadside unpleasantries of all shapes and sizes. Byway 34 is an identical replacement to the previously named Exposure 34 tyre. WTB renamed the tyre to create a uniform naming structure where all tyres are named according to tread pattern.SG2 Puncture ProtectionThese 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. Features: Compound: Dual DNA Puncture Protection: SG2 Use: Gravel Level: TCS Light/Fast RollingETRTO: 700cx40mm: 40-622; 700cx44mm: 44-622; 650bx47mm: 47-584; 700cx34mm: 34x622Tubeless Ready: Yes, TCS TubelessCasing: Single-ply 120tpiMin/Max Pressure: 25-50 psi (except 650bx47mm: 25-45 psi)Single or Pair: Single tyreWeight: 700cx40mm: 463g; 700cx44mm: 525g; 650bx47mm: 577gTechnologies: 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. 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 Numbers: W010-0951 Black 34mm 700c 34c W010-0840 Black 40mm 700c 40c W010-0841 Black 44mm 700c 44c W010-0839 Black 47mm 650b 47c Buy WTB Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Byway is the gravel tire of choice for long days of endless exploration when pavement, hardpack and gravel are all on the menu. Staying true to the adventure road end of its usage, a slick centerline and angular grooves encourage swiftness on any pavement required to get to the good stuff. Intermediate, diamond-shaped peaks provide steadfast traction under power, while consistent and more substantial side knobs extend down the sidewall to provide cornering confidence and puncture protection.Usage : Adventure Road • GravelConditons: Pavement • Hardpack • Dirt • GravelKey Features:Efficiently smooth centerline - Minimizes rolling resistance on the primary contact point of the tire and transitions into angular grooves that channel water away from the centerline.,Supportive intermediate tread - Small diamonds of tread provide just enough traction to keep things upright before reaching the outer knobs.,Prominent outer knobs - Provide the extra bite you need while cornering on the gravel road that makes your afternoon loop possible.,Tubeless compatible - TCS (Tubeless Compatible System) is WTB's standardized tubeless system. These tires feature a TCS tubeless casing, which nearly eliminates flats and allows lower tire pressures to improve traction and comfort over a traditional tube-type tire.Black Or Tan SidewallsIt's nice to have options, which is why most of our gravel tires are available with either black or tan sidewalls. Traditional black sidewalls tend to blend in with the components and wheels of a bike and may look sleeker in the eyes of some riders. WTB tanwall tires blend retroesque looks with modern technology to create an iconic look that has become synonymous with high-performance gravel. Looks aside, gram counters may choose our tan tires because the compounds used to make them are slightly lighter than those used to manufacture black sidewalls.
Byway is the gravel tire of choice for long days of endless exploration when pavement, hardpack and gravel are all on the menu. Staying true to the adventure road end of its usage, a slick centerline and angular grooves encourage swiftness on any pavement required to get to the good stuff. Intermediate, diamond-shaped peaks provide steadfast traction under power, while consistent and more substantial side knobs extend down the sidewall to provide cornering confidence and puncture protection.Usage: Adventure Road • GravelConditions: Pavement • Hardpack • Dirt • GravelKey Features:Efficiently smooth centerline - Minimizes rolling resistance on the primary contact point of the tire and transitions into angular grooves that channel water away from the centerline.,Supportive intermediate tread - Small diamonds of tread provide just enough traction to keep things upright before reaching the outer knobs.,Prominent outer knobs - Provide the extra bite you need while cornering on the gravel road that makes your afternoon loop possible.,Tubeless compatible - TCS (Tubeless Compatible System) is WTB's standardized tubeless system. These tires feature a TCS tubeless casing, which nearly eliminates flats and allows lower tire pressures to improve traction and comfort over a traditional tube-type tire..Available with SG2 puncture protectionSG2 is our unique puncture protection technology that provides bead-to-bead coverage to ensure both the tread and sidewall are protected from slashes and punctures. The nylon fibers within SG2 feature a uniquely flat profile, which reduces the amount of rubber between fibers. Improving the fiber-to-rubber ratio increases puncture resistance, reduces weight and improves the overall liveliness of a tire. While SG2 is primarily a puncture protection layer, its tightly woven fibers also improve air retention to better maintain pressure between rides.