CST Overton

Yes, it performs very well on pavement. The semi-slick center tread is designed specifically to maintain speed on hard-packed surfaces and asphalt, making it a great choice for mixed-terrain rides that include road sections.

Absolutely. The Overton features a tubeless-ready casing, which allows you to set them up without tubes. This setup lets you run lower tire pressures for better comfort and traction while reducing the risk of pinch flats.

The tire includes an integrated EPS (Exceptional Puncture Safety) layer. While no tire is completely immune to flats, this added layer provides a reliable barrier against thorns, glass, and sharp rocks commonly found on gravel roads.

The pronounced side knobs are engineered exactly for that purpose. They engage when you lean the bike into a turn, providing the necessary bite to keep you stable on looser, technical terrain.

The Overton excels on hard-packed gravel, dirt roads, and paved transitions. It is less suited for deep mud or extremely loose, sandy conditions where a more aggressive, knobby tread pattern would be required.