Ritchey WCS Speedmax Tire

It is designed to handle both. The tire bridges the gap between disciplines, offering enough speed for gravel events while maintaining the grip and handling characteristics required for technical cyclocross courses.

Yes, while the Speedmax is tubeless-ready, it is fully compatible with standard clincher setups using inner tubes. However, running them tubeless is recommended to take full advantage of the lower pressure and pinch-flat protection.

The tire features aggressive side knobs specifically engineered to bite into loose surfaces. This provides the stability and confidence you need when cornering on unpredictable, dry terrain.

The 120 TPI (threads per inch) casing offers a more supple ride quality compared to lower thread counts. This flexibility allows the tire to better conform to the ground, improving both comfort and overall traction.

Absolutely. The fast-rolling center tread is designed to maintain speed on hardpack and pavement, making it an efficient choice for mixed-surface rides where you need to transition quickly between road and trail.