Who it's for

  • Cross-country racers and riders prioritizing efficiency and speed.
  • Trail riders seeking consistent grip in diverse dry to dusty environments.
  • Weight-conscious cyclists and competitive riders aiming for quick handling.

Who should skip it

  • Riders frequently encountering wet, muddy, or consistently damp trail conditions.
  • Aggressive trail riders and those who push limits in high-speed corners.
  • Enduro riders and those tackling extremely rocky or technical downhill sections.

Performance breakdown

Rolling Efficiency

Ramped center knobs minimize drag for sustained speed on hardpack trails.

Excellent

Climbing Traction

Reliable grip on loose climbs keeps momentum high when gradients steepen.

Excellent

Cornering Confidence

Progressive shoulder lugs bite predictably into turns for secure, stable handling.

Excellent

Weight Optimization

Lightweight construction reduces rotational mass for snappy acceleration and easier climbing.

Excellent

Puncture Resistance

Lacks specialized casing protection, making it vulnerable to sharp trail debris.

Good

Tubeless Compatibility

Standard clincher design requires inner tubes, limiting modern tubeless setup options.

Poor

Key Specs

TPI

60

Color

Black

ISO Width (mm)

56

ISO Diameter

559 / 26" MTN

Tire Intended Use

Mountain

Tire Bead

Folding

Labeled Size

26 x 2.20

Tire Type

Clincher

Weight

0.0 grams

Tubeless Ready

No

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