45NRTH Latkat Winter Tire

The Latkat is designed for cold, wet, and slushy conditions rather than pure ice. While the Gripkraft compound and siped tread provide excellent traction on slick pavement and gravel, it does not feature metal studs for icy surfaces.

Yes, although it is designed as a tubeless-ready tire, you can certainly install it with a standard inner tube if you prefer.

The 60 TPI casing is built for durability and puncture resistance, which makes it slightly stiffer than higher TPI race tires. This construction is ideal for winter riding where you need a robust tire that can handle debris and rough road conditions.

This is a 29-inch tire with a 40mm width, so you need to ensure your frame and fork have adequate clearance for a tire of this size. It is best suited for gravel bikes or all-road frames designed to accommodate wider, high-volume tires.

Standard rubber compounds can harden and lose grip when temperatures drop. The Gripkraft compound is specifically formulated to remain pliable in cold weather, ensuring the tire maintains consistent traction and braking control on chilly, wet roads.