Specialized Crossroads Armadillo

This tire is designed for versatility, performing best on pavement, parkways, and light gravel or cobblestone paths. It is an excellent choice for urban commuting where you encounter a mix of smooth roads and rougher city surfaces.

Armadillo is Specialized's heavy-duty casing technology, specifically engineered to resist punctures from glass, thorns, and other common urban debris. While no tire is completely immune to flats, this construction offers significantly higher protection than standard tires.

No, the Crossroads Armadillo is a tube-type tire with a wire bead. It is designed to be used specifically with an inner tube.

This tire is sized at 700 x 38mm. Before purchasing, check your bike frame's tire clearance to ensure a 38mm width fits comfortably, and confirm your wheels are 700c size.

The 60 TPI (Threads Per Inch) casing is built for durability and resilience rather than pure speed. It provides a sturdy, stable feel that handles the rigors of daily commuting well, though it will feel slightly stiffer than higher TPI, race-oriented tires.

You should inflate these tires between 50 and 80 PSI. We recommend starting at the lower end of that range for better comfort on rougher roads, or higher if you prioritize rolling efficiency on smooth pavement.