Buyer's Guide - MTB Tyres

Consider where you will be riding and how the riding conditions might vary. Fast XC or rocky descents? Mud or dry? Hard pack or loose terrain?

Folding Tyres

• The wire bead is replaced with Kevlar fibres to allow folding
• Tyres are lighter than wire beaded by about 50 - 90g.

UST Tyres or Tubeless Tyres

• This system needs no tube
• The tyre and the rim fit together to provide an airtight seal
• Advantages
  • no sudden loss of pressure in case of a puncture
  • better impact resistance and valve tear off due to the tyre slipping on the rim is impossible.
• Disadvantages
  • fitting requires more effort. Follow fitting instructions closely.
• NOTE: It is recommended to insert a standard tube in tubeless tyres to repair a roadside puncture.

Buying Criteria ( or ):

• Grip: Tread offers increased grip. Great for wet and muddy conditions but increases rolling resistance and weight.
• Speed: Low rolling resistance & lightweight.
• Puncture Protection: Strengthened sidewalls offer advanced puncture protection on rocky terrain.
• Durability: Heavier casing increases overall duability.
• Race Specific: Ultra light casing reduces rolling resistance and weight. Not good for everyday use as durability is sacrificed for race specific ride.