Michelin Power Gravel V2

While these are designed as tubeless-ready clinchers, you can absolutely use them with standard inner tubes. The tubeless-ready construction simply means they have a more robust bead designed to create an airtight seal if you choose to go tubeless later.

The bead-to-bead reinforcement adds a layer of puncture protection across the entire casing, including the sidewalls. While this makes the tire slightly stiffer than a pure racing tire, it provides significant peace of mind on sharp gravel and rocky terrain without feeling overly harsh.

These tires are designed for mixed-surface versatility. The small block tread pattern rolls efficiently enough for paved sections, but you will notice more road noise and slightly higher rolling resistance compared to a dedicated slick road tire.

Because it is tubeless-ready, you can run lower pressures to improve traction and comfort on uneven ground. The exact pressure depends on your total system weight and rim width, but most riders find the sweet spot is significantly lower than what they would run on a standard clincher setup.

That depends entirely on your frame's tire clearance. You should check your bike manufacturer's specifications to ensure your frame and fork can accommodate a 35mm width, as many road bikes are limited to 28mm or 30mm.