Best Gravel Tyres 2023 | 11 Tyres Tested & Rated!

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These are the best gravel tires in 2023, as recommended by our team of expert testers here at BikeRadar.
Whether you're a keen gravel racer, a bikepacking adventurer or you're simply wanting to spend more time off-road, it's important to choose the right gravel tyre for your riding.
There's a huge number of gravel tyres out there on offer, and it can be confusing to know which ones are worth spending your hard earned money on.
We at BikeRadar have tested a huge amount of gravel tyres, but we've focussed this video on 8 of our all-time favourites, plus 3 more to also consider.
If you’re interested in learning more about any of the tyres featured in this video, then check the links below.
Best Gravel Tyres 2022:
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More about the tyres in this video:
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Bontrager GR1 Team Issue
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Continental Terra Speed
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Maxxis Rambler EXO TR
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Schwalbe G-One R
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Teravail’s Rutland Light and Supple
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
WTB Resolute
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
WTB Nano
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Panaracer GravelKing SK
→www.bikeradar.com/reviews/com...
Contents:
00:00 What to Consider When Buying a Gravel Tyre
02:14 Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M
03:20 Bontrager GR1 Team Issue
04:23 Continental Terra Speed
05:20 Maxxis Rambler EXO TR
06:16 Schwalbe G-One R
07:08 Teravail’s Rutland Light and Supple
07:55 Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR
08:44 WTB Resolute
09:32 Three Extra Tyre Recommendations
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@tflspitfire 2 года назад

Everybody should know that tan walls and brand names in bold white letters increase grip by at least 20% and significantly reduce rolling resistance!

@thedistance1155 2 года назад

U kidding?

@tflspitfire 2 года назад

@@thedistance1155 nono it is scientifically proven. A flannel shirt, Bead and a Craft beer add at least 5W to your FTP as well.

@wolfiesmith7674 2 года назад

@@tflspitfire also, if people wait 6mnths then they will be half price when the fashion fades.

@Paul58069 2 года назад

absolutely true !

@franknss8865 2 года назад

And a tattoo😆

@audi0n 2 года назад

This is a fantastic review. Concise, to the point, and exactly the type of information I want while hunting for my next set of gravel tires. Bravo!

@gregmorrison7320 2 года назад

Well done on including the WTB Nano, so often overlooked, maybe because they have been around a long time, these work fantastic for me and would be my favorite tire.

@funkyfearon1 2 года назад

Great video, I use the Bontrager GR2 as it’s a little more aggressive than the GR1 but still easy to set up tubeless and smooth on tarmac

@Alex-ce2xc 2 года назад

Cool to see Teravail get some love. I've ridden the Rutlands a lot and have always been impressed by them but rarely see them even mentioned.

@jimbo4203 2 года назад

Ive been riding the wtb 40c Nano for the last year and it's been working great ! Awesome on trails and the center rib lets it roll good on tne road

@sgl5gjr Год назад

Gravelking SK for me....never let me down....use on road, hardpack, bridleways and they cope with light mud easy....in deepest winter I Gravelking EXT which are already setup on another wheelset....both have been used bikepacking and road speed between off road sections is fabulous

@Ghostina1 2 года назад

Wow this is a great presenter! Let her do more! Calm, clear voice, and an overall nice presenting!!!

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! Subscribe for more gravel & bikepacking videos from our videographer Robyn!

@evandackers1260 2 года назад

@@bikeradar Gotta work on pronunciation of Bontrager and Schwalbe though

@exiledrabbit 2 года назад

If we are providing feedback i think she could speak a little slower but yeah she's good

@evandackers1260 2 года назад

@Harry Baals I only mentioned it because BikeRadar themselves released a series of videos a few years ago about the top mispronounced cycling brands

@evandackers1260 Год назад

@K T No, he doesn't

@meh11235 Год назад

thank you for the links, excellent choices

@mrtnknrr 2 года назад

Being someone with a mtb background, the WTB Resolutes are my favourite. Grippy enough for wetter days and fast enough for summer days. Not a single +- 42mm wide tyre will be good in deep mud, but I have yet to try another tyre with such good grip-to-speed-ratio and actually leave these on my bike throughout the whole year. For deep mud get some proper 2.0" or wider mud XC tyres, or if you ride mostly on paved at least mount a slick in the rear (Gravelkings are great). But if you ride mostly on gravel these are really the perfect all rounders in my opinion.

@tomkay-bradley3001 2 года назад

I've got the resolute in 42mm with the slash guard and they are still leaking through the sidewalls 2 months after installing them. Went our today and the rear tyre deflated on ride causing rim damage and a snakebite puncture, they're utter sh#te in my opinion. They do grip well though

@mofmanp8874 6 месяцев назад

I have the resolute which came with the bike.i get atleast 1 puncture per ride,shame as I like them

@jaypieh_ Год назад

very interesting :) Thanks!

@thebespokecyclist3624 2 года назад

The cool thing about the Terra Speed is they actually can be installed on hookless rims as I've tried them on 2 different wheels from 2 different manufacturers. Installed the 35 on 24 inner width and the 40 on 25 inner width rims.

@kalleandersson916 2 дня назад

I'm pretty new to cycling and I've been basing all my upgrades on this channels reviews. Very pleased!

@lillithbena1211 Год назад

Awesome review. Captured the exact priorities needed to meet demands of gravel riding. Well done! Pirelli Ms are the best i have tried with no cons but for mounting as you all noted. Have Cinturato H on my city bike and their fine but not as confidence inspiring as the Ms. Have the Terreno Dry's in 50mm on my monster cross. Am considering swapping in the Maxxis on the monster cross so it's lighter and faster, whih was why I tuned in. Moved away from Panaracers due to lack of traction on wet roads or trails, and they're a beast to mount.

@bikeradar 2 года назад

What's your favourite gravel tyre? Give it a shoutout in the comments!

@frygzyd 8 месяцев назад

Unfortunstelly I have some experience with G-One R Schwalbe. I have got 4 lunctures within 1kkm. 3 of them during races. 3 times sealant doesn't help in case of puncture. Only one puncere was made by something like glass or nail. The rest by rocks on gravel road. Yes, those tires are fast, also comfortable. Also not bad in terrain and even small mud. But they are not robust and once stopped me aftee 400km and 6km before finish line. Never again. I have also Schwalbe G-One Bite and these are perfect. 13kkm on one wheel set with no puncture!

@marekbabal392 2 года назад

Good review, thanx. I have 2 sets of wheels on my gravel, one for roads and the second for some terrain - for those I chose Maxxis Rambler EXO TR, 50mm. Did not really read any reviews about it, I like Maxxis in general and it seemed like a good option to me, so I am happy that you chose it as one of the TOP. I can confirm that it is a good tire. Holds and rolls well in light hard and a bit loose terrain. Yes, it is not good for mud, I do not mind (for that I take my MTB). It was incredibly easy to set it up TL. I set up TL many MTB tires, but none went as easy as this Rambler. Fitting into rim no problem, popped into place quickly and not a single drop of sealant lost. I have the largest size 50mm. It is a bit tight and over the limit in the rear, thinking about replacing it with the 45mm.

@nanatzaya 2 года назад

Yep. Was also the first gravel tyre i bought when it came out years ago and even after all this time, the Rambler is still the best gravel tyre i came across for riding on or slightly wet dry surfaces. It's super light and still offers plenty of grip. Rambler at the front and the newer Receptor at the rear is close to perfect if you ride on dry and hardpack surfaces. I still don't get why many other brands are so far off the Rambler in terms of weight while offering about the same or even worse puncture protection. I've punctured tubeless tape with spokes multiple times but never ever did i damage the tyre.

@JakubKUBB 2 года назад

Tested quite part of your selection, right now on terra speeds and can’t more then recommend for my 30% tarmac, 60% gravel, 10% trail mixture. WTBs worked great as well even if , as you mentioned tarmac was a bit torture with them as well as taking them on/off the rim. Great reviews and when it comes to my taste … go for nerdy one 😀

@labmatthew Год назад

Agreed, they are nice tires, but wear out really fast!

@berndderbratan 2 года назад

Gotta say my bike came with WTB Raddlers and i'm a little sad no one's talking about them. They are quite magical in mud or sand due to their chunky side knobs, but also not the worst rolling. With them Ifeel like the inevitable tradeoff is the pretty square overall profile, which makes cornering a little more "exciting" and of course thedrag at high speed. I would also like to see the specialized pathfinder pro included in the upcoming test, as it is universally toubtet as fast yet very durable. Very informative video nonetheless :D

@WerdnaLiten 2 года назад

Some good choices here; I'm quite keen on the Cinturato M, looks a very good tyre. I currently have the WTB Byway, and the GravelKing SK, plus the Terreno Dry/ Mix/ Wet tyres, depending on what time of year it is.

@racheljoseph9912 5 месяцев назад

Just fitted the Cinturato M and was blown away how they performed, even forgot I was on gravel tyres by the end of the ride. My other gravel tyre is GR1 and this was fast as well performing better than expected even when wet and muddy but it is best for drier conditions.

@SImonVerrall-yu9km 5 месяцев назад

Great video!

@EuropesWorstGamer 2 года назад

Fantastic helpful advice for this Gravel newbie!!! Much appreciated and thank you. 👍

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Great to hear and thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe for more 👍

@EuropesWorstGamer 2 года назад

@@bikeradar Excellent presenter too, nice and measured giving the same strengths and weaknesses for each tyre. I am subscribed, have been for a number of years. Thanks again. 👍

@hardmtnbiker 2 года назад

I’m really amazed about the value and the quality of the Panaracer GK tires. Some of these other brands cost 2x as much and I don’t see how they’re 2x better in quality or performance. American Classic is a new brand of tires that offers even cheaper tires. They’re a brand known for their nice wheel sets but now focusing on tires. I’m curious to try those next.

@tflspitfire 2 года назад

i got the GKs recently, i am lloking forward to see how they do. From the first few rides they really seem to work very well on hard surfaces.

@gezakopter1153 2 года назад

After I wore down a set of Gravelkings I switched to Shwalbe G-ones. They are kinda meh, so I am switching back to Gravelkings after these die.

@Mason-hs9oz Год назад

@@tflspitfire how'd they do?

@_JS96 2 года назад

I ride panaracer gravelking SKs and they're great on the medium fine gravel paths around my place. Got a new set this summer and put about 500km of gravel riding into them, no issues or flats and much better ride than my paris roubaix pro slicks. One of the things I like most about them is for paved sections, there's very minimal loss of efficiency, and I dont feel like my riding becomes crunchy

@daveansell2418 2 года назад

interesting as my Gravelkings just seem to be p*ncture magnets here in Norfolk!

@dirkmerle1073 2 года назад

I just purchased the Pirelli option. Can't wait to try them out!

@WakizashiSabre 2 года назад

Suggesting you Czech brand Tufo with its Speedero, Thundero, Swampero tires. Longlasting, good price tubeless tires. If someone have not heard about the brand, they made tires for Donelly as well.

@zdenekkratochvil288 2 года назад

My favourite tire is Donnelly X'PLOR MSO 700 X 40 - 120 TPI FOLDING BEAD CLINCHER. I like it so much that I am using narrower "sister" Donnelly X'PLOR MSO 700 X 32 - 120 TPI FOLDING BEAD CLINCHER as winter tire on my road bike.

@ACTIVEPAIR 2 года назад

Got 45mm Shwalbe Bite, great all rounder on my OnOne Free Ranger 👍🏽

@misaelramos83 2 года назад

So I've worn out a pair of GR1s setup tubeless on my 2020 520 Disc. I proceeded to use the bike for a 22 mile round trip commute. The ride ends in a 20% climb for a mile w 320' of gain OR a 2 mile 10% forest trail climb w 560' of gain and a 200' descent to get home. The rear tire wore out to the point that it would spring leaks after about 800 or 900 miles. Replaced it w a Schwalbe Almotion Addix TLE (a much better tire for my heavy rig, load and self) and I continued to run the front GR1 until it hit about 2100 miles at which point it also began to spring leaks and I put the rear tire forward and put on another Schwalbe. Tires were pretty fast, decent at sealing w small punctures at first (be sure to use a good sealant), not that great for heavy systems because they're SO supple they are squirmy. They are pretty grippy and fun on the trails.

@vadusa 3 месяца назад

Trying a lot of Gravel tires and for myself I made choice Specialized Pathfinder Pro 700x42c. This tires have the best rolling on hard roads, and smooth on gravel terrain.

@joelmicah7014 2 года назад

Panaracer gravel King EXT+ good tire too.

@slimmysan7689 2 года назад

I run Conti Raceking 2.2 inch on 650b and 45mm Cinturato Gravel H on 700c. MTB tyres might seem overkill, but they're cushy AF thanks to the extra volume and they roll very well. I've had good luck with Goodyear Connectors in 50mm and Panaracer GK SK in 48mm, but my SKs ran way wider than 48mm on 25mm internal rims.

@LordFata 2 года назад

Raceking Protection (650x2.2) and WTB Resolute (700x42) here. Did loaded bikepacking with both, and slightly regret getting the gravel wheelset. The Raceking is so fast especially on hard-packed dirt. The Resolute is light and grips well, but only feels decently fast/fun on tarmac at 45-50 psi. Multiple rough punctures as well. In any off road terrain, I think my Resolute just feels slightly faster because of its low weight and rougher feedback. Was thinking about trying a faster gravel tire. How do you feel the Pirelli holds up in terms of raw speed?

@muhammadfadliladhim9158 2 года назад

which one is faster between panaracer sk and Goodyear connector?

@robbcollins3727 8 месяцев назад

Good review, enjoyed see some other possible tires.

@bikeradar 8 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@alasdairstewart9534 2 года назад

I love my WTB Byways although to be fair I agree with others here that the Specialized Pathfinder Pros are great too. I think a few people are missing that Gravel is the new CX for commuting so these type of fast rolling tyres are fantastic especially in the UK where the roads are looking more and more like off road these days. Also love to see the Terravails included, I have these in 650b 2.1 inch for when I decide my Diverge is in fact a mountain bike

@sleepsaveslives 2 года назад

The pathfinders are a great tire for roads and just a little off road. They are very similar to the Byways but they seems to have quite a bit more puncture resistance! I ditched the byways for the pathfinders after 4 flats in 2 month in only 200 miles of commuting.

@toxicblackwidow9841 Год назад

While not branded as gravel tires, the Continental Race King Protection are still the best tires I have ever used for "gravel". Incredibly versatile, fast offroad and on road (don't get yourself fooled by their humming sound on tarmac, they are fast), decent puncture protection, mud capable and cheaper than most tires showed in video. Of course you frame must accommodate 2.2 inches tires! 😉

@iseukanda Год назад

Definitely agree! Been running Conti RaceKing on my Giant Talon for 3 yrs. Recently upgraded to a Canyon Grizl wif G-one Bite & hell imma lot slower on them. Trying to find something similar for my canyon is hard😢

@Teuuun Год назад

Can you get them in 28 inch tho? A lot of gravel tires are 28 instead of 29.

@AaronGruber Год назад

@@Teuuun 28 inch and 29 inch are the same thing.

@philipk4475 9 месяцев назад

Is there anything comparable for frames that won't fit 2.2? My frame could just fit 2.1", but all I see in this width is the Vittoria Mezcals and I'm not sure if they're just as quick as the Conti Race Kings or as suitable for gravel racing.

@jordibv9870 2 года назад

My favourites are wtb sendero, they have a huge amount of grip in muddy conditions!

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Thanks for the suggestion! We'd love to test that tyre in these muddy conditions 👍

@robertwilliammayers 2 года назад

100% agree. The 'ALL-IN' version of the Resolute. Wider and chunkier.

@bikebudha01 4 месяца назад

March 2024. Have been rocking the Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M for over a year know. Tons of miles. Solid 50-50 split between asphalt and gravel. Love this tire. Rolls remarkably fast for a tire that has such good grip in the gravel. My only niggle, I am running the 35mm because the 40mm won't fit in my frame. Would kill to have a 38mm option.

@sebgamer6512 2 года назад

My favorite gravel tire is definitely the Assegai MaxxGrip DH casing 3.00 width front and back. Great grip is all you need as well as protecting your wheels...

@Ghostina1 2 года назад

i can relate to that!

@shiny_446 2 года назад

Was about to comment

@mobilemonster7681 2 года назад

What gravel frame can accommodate a 3 inch width tire lol?

@Mason-hs9oz Год назад

@@mobilemonster7681 none 🤷

@jasonk9770 Год назад

Really great video! I just received a 2011 Specialized S-Works Roubaix and will being riding on packed dirt trails with occasional roots, sand, puddles, ruts, and pot-holes. I am NOT concerned about tires that will slow the bike down...it's WAY too fast for me. Maybe the Schwalbe Bites? Is there something more suited to the casual rider (that might be little less $)? Thanks!

@ravennexusmh 2 года назад

I'm currently running some smart Sam in 700cx47 on my "gravel" bike. But if needed can go up to 29x2.0 thats about the limit of the fork on the frameswt I'm built it on. Frame will do about a 29x2.1

@BrandonMeyer1641 2 года назад

I agree with the assessment of Panaracer gravelking sk. Fast rolling on road and good going in a straight line on dry gravel surfaces. Cornering leaves a little bit to be desired which is surprising given the tread design on the side.

@escargotomy 2 года назад

I'm set up for all-rounder year round, not summer vs. winter. I'm mostly on dirt/crushed stone trails and very little pavement anymore. That said I've settled on a tire combo that works for me and the riding i do. I have a WTB Venture in the back for grippy acceleration and a Clement/Donnely MSO X'Plor up front which keeps everything stable and planted no matter what the conditions. Except for deep mud of course, but I avoid it whenever possible.

@ArchonSG1 Год назад

I have found the new American Classics tries to be a very affordable alternative to many of the current more popular and known brands. I have used the Kimberlites (I ride 95% on city / paved roads with a the odd trip to forested tracks) which while are meant for pavement and hardpack, surprised me with its performance on wet but not heavily mucked up trails.

@LOZUPONEJ 2 года назад

Excellent video

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@paolocateni3080 2 года назад

Nice informative video! What would you say it's the best tyre for back-packing both on and off-road?

@chrisgravel7157 2 года назад

Lots of miles on GR1, Gravel King SK, WTB Resolute - All good tires. The fastest is def the GR1 and its the best all round tire I have used to date and has an excellent ride quality. The Resolute is a close second and better in rougher terrain and comes in a bit larger 42C and their faster than this review indicates. They are shockingly quick for the level of grip - swap these out for a 42 Gravel King and you'll notice a slight improvement in dry cornering and most noticably a big drop in speed. Wife's new bike has Terrano Drys on it. Its crazy to see them marked at 35C when they measure 40C on a 22mm internal width rim - def the most generously sized tire I have ever seen.

@shuangliu1897 Год назад

What is gr1?

@chrisgravel7157 Год назад

@@shuangliu1897 Bontrager GR1- their 40mm small tread gravel tire that Trek puts on their checkpoint series bikes.

@shuangliu1897 Год назад

Thx for clarifying

@MrGatlin98 8 месяцев назад

Interesting that you say the GR1 is the fastest. It scored second worst ever for rolling resistance on BRR.

@Ey_up 2 года назад

WTB Resolute 650b 44c were awesome for lightly-loaded Badger Divide. I recommend.

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Thanks for the suggestion! They sound like a great option for rugged bikepacking - Felix

@Kingjay814 2 года назад

My bike has Terreno Zeroes which are a little more road focused but my goodness it's so capable. I take it on some pretty gnarly gravel roads where I live and they've been bullet proof. Even on normal pavement they're very quick. Only downside is my goodness were they a pain in the butt to mount to the rim. However, my standard little floor pump was enough to get them setup tubeless.

@paulsaalfeld9844 5 месяцев назад

Im also thinking of buying the Vittoria Terreno Zero since I only heard good things about them and I mostly ride on roads due to living in a city. Do you know what tire width you have on them? Im not sure if I should go with 32, 37 or 40mm of width. :D

@stuartoliphant7551 7 месяцев назад

Hmmm...The Teravail Rutland Light and Supple looks interesting. Been running 40mm Pirelli Gravel H, which I really like on the road, but they don't like mud. Thanks for the video.

@troyhudson2825 2 года назад

the Nano 40 has been my go-to for years. While not the fastest on the road it really handles everything well. The only crappy thing is their sidewalls weep quite a bit.

@jakubgruszka9732 2 года назад

I use GOODYEAR Connector Ultimate. I think this is a very good tire. Very fast over 4psi and very grip when psi is low (2.5)

@nicolewe 2 месяца назад

Thanks for this overview! :) as you’ve just mentioned the RIFT in the end of the video: do you think all of the ones presented work well for that race? Would you have a favorite (besides the nano probably) you’d recommend for the Rift? I’m riding on Schwalbe G One Bite atm and am considering to switch the front wheel to the G One Ultrabite - or go with completely different ones.. any recommendations highly appreciated 😄

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo 2 года назад

I just installed the Terrreno Drys last week and have yet to ride them on actual dirt. They’re surprisingly quiet on tarmac, but they do feel stiffer than the Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass 44mm I was previously running.

@neelsahay5227 2 года назад

I used to live near Snoqualmie Pass as a kid :)

@Fatbutnotflat 2 года назад

Which is faster? Also what size is the terreno dry?

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo 2 года назад

@@Fatbutnotflat I wouldn’t know which is faster, as I haven’t really “tested” them against the clock. The Terrenos are labeled 38mm, but actually measure 43mm on my Hed Emporia wheels. I’m surprised they’re quieter than the Rene Herses, and they felt less comfortable at the same pressure. Dirt testing is still pending

@toxicblackwidow9841 Год назад

Stiffer for sure but they have a better puncture protection which is essential when you do serious gravel biking. 🙂

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo Год назад

@@toxicblackwidow9841 true, the only flat I’ve had with them so far was on the road, due to a large, sharp and thick piece of metal… presumably a piece of pipe. I had to call for pick up and get the tired repaired with a vulcanized patch. No dynaplug would have fixed that

@buckroger6456 2 года назад

Not sure if I'm the only one that does this but I like to run two different types of tires. I use the maxxis rambler in the back and the maxxis savage up front. I like a more aggressive trend on the front tire and I also tend to use a slightly wider tire up front as well.

@exiledrabbit 2 года назад

That doesn't make much sense to me the rear tire is primarily where you'd want tread since that's where the power is going

@buckroger6456 2 года назад

@@exiledrabbit I come from a Mtb background. We put the more aggressive trend on the front for more front end grip, it's much easier to deal with a rear end stepping out then a front tire washing out on you. I tried using the same tires front and rear but didn't like how it felt, so I went for a Mtb style setup and just love it.

@EdKrisiak 2 года назад

@@buckroger6456 It makes total sense :)Thanks for sharing

@buckroger6456 2 года назад

@@EdKrisiak no problem 👍. I'm just a Mtber trying to blend in with the roadies but they always know I'm not one of them 😆

@nanatzaya 2 года назад

Rambler on the front, Receptor at the rear for me. Maybe running different tyres is to much "mountain bike style" for many gravel riders. It's also weird that many gravel riders seem prefer "boutique" manufacturers while Maxxis, though offering great gravel tyres, is, compared to the mtb market, basically non existant in the gravel scene.

@ShawnPeerson 2 месяца назад

I really love using the Challenge brand gravel tires... handmade and so comfortable! I also have the tires you showed in your video... For me I hated the pathfinders....

@RomanE_____ Год назад

A have stock ramblers on my bike. I'm not picky in gravel tires and they are ok for me in riding quality and price. But they stretch a lot radially when used for a long time. I've bought a new wheel set and couldn't set them for hours even with inflator because the bead was too lose on the rim.

@fra93ilgrande 9 месяцев назад

I got Pirelli Cinturato Gravel S, best choice for autumn/winter rides (the only time in the year I go for gravel rides)

@MyWhiteorchid 28 дней назад

Whew. I am the most indecisive person on the planet. I've been looking at Maxxis rambler, reaver, and ravager. WTB riddler, and the rutland. Now the Pirelli cinturato is in the mix too! Agh. Someone pick one for me. After this video maybe Pirelli vs Rutland. I need to be more confident on the straight away maybe slightly loose gravel as well as cater to my favorite spots like B roads and wet conditions. A "set it and forget it". Gravel king SKs and Specialized Triggers have been what i've had for the past few years. They are a bit squirrely in a lot of spots and no good in mud. Been riding 38s but maybe ready to run 40-42s. Mid pack racer favoring the 100k or so distance.

@burtmabel545 2 года назад

Any opinion on the ContinentalTerra Trail?

@regularcyclist4852 2 года назад

Michelin Power Gravel for me.

@lorenzodibernardini8891 Год назад

The Vittoria Terreno Dry tires have won the first UCI Gravel Elite F/M World Championship with both Pauline F. Prevot and Gianni Vermeersch ;)

@unchewable1 2 года назад

Love your stuff I watched the whole thing but very surprised Rene Herse knob style tires aren’t listed as they are imo the best tires out there also one of the priciest

@8paolo96 2 года назад

Vittoria terreno mix for the win

@wojciechopyrcha9116 5 месяцев назад

For me best tyres to gravel bike are... Conti Race King. Amazing! Fast and comfortable with a lot of grip

@scottrobertson5554 2 года назад

Vredestein Aventura are really good. Fast rolling and pretty grippy.

@MaxwellStarr 2 года назад

No mention of the Specialized Pathfinder Pro?

@michaelkelly365 2 года назад

Great coverage of the tyres, thank you

@jojoanggono3229 2 года назад

Yeayyy!!!!.....so I am a gravel tire nut. I need 5 different pair of tire for 3 track conditions.

@jw8578 2 года назад

I'm very impressed with how fast my Panaracers are.

@ricjuk 2 года назад

If you still ride 26" and are pulling your hair out looking for a tan wall option, can't speak highly enough of the Schwalbe Billy Bonkers. I put a pair on my rigid winter MTB and have been using them all winter on road/gravel and can't praise them enough.

@phantombigballs8165 2 года назад

Maxxis Rambler for me all year round.

@Fenderprj182 2 года назад

Doesn't the Specialized Pathfinder Pro seem like glaring omission from this list. I don't even personal use it because I prefer a wider tire but can't deny their legit. It's one of the fastest rolling and offers some of the best flat protection. If you look at a race like Unbound 8 or 9 of the top 10 are running them.

@chrissheldon2681 2 года назад

There’s extremely popular in the US, our friends across the pond having caught up yet

@roddyeskew3909 2 года назад

I use them as well during the summer and they're great when it's dry. Completely useless when it's wet out, though.

@captain1664 2 года назад

I ride these and love them, although not the best in the mud.....

@chrissheldon2681 2 года назад

@Ryan TF yeah, but the Terreno Dry’s make this list too, which are equally slip slidy 👀

@schussi2000 2 года назад

Haha exactly my thoughts when I went through the list of tires :D

@erenkonu847 Год назад

my favourite gravel tire is g-one ultrabite it works semi mtb tire.

@Hangingofgiants 2 года назад

Admittedly I've not tried many. But love my pathfinder pros.

@peterharrington8709 2 года назад

Yes, those should have made the list here.

@ZOB4 2 года назад

The Rutland is great

@brendanschiemer1276 11 месяцев назад

Noting that you covered the WTB Resolute, you missed their Sendero (because it’s 650b only?). I am finding the Sendero amazingly versatile. I have rolled past bunches on sealed roads running some of the tyres you claimed to be faster, yet have fantastic grip when the going gets tough. The only shortcoming I’ve found is the trade off in sidewall protection that’s inherent in the outstandingly supple ride. As for fast gravel tyres on mixed (gravel and tar) I nominate the Specialized Pathfinder Pro. I have 38 mm Pathfinders on a 10kg ti Ribble CGR and have used that bike to get multiple road segment PRs (and a few KOMs) on these, despite having done many a ride on the same roads over the past decade or so on dedicated road race bikes. They’re fast! I’m surprised you missed these. I know some top level racers use these in the big gravel races.

@jeremyglenn3130 2 года назад

Rene Herse knobbies lots of tire size options as well as 4 different tire casings choices

@Triplex5014 Месяц назад

About the WTB resolute, is the SG2 version better? WTB says it's more puncture resistant. When searching for the SG2 variant it seems there is no tan wall model.

@chazphot 2 года назад

Was this filmed in the UK? That tree is absolutely massive! Can't say I agree about G-one bite tyres being good in the mud, I found them to be pretty awful as soon as things get soft and damp although they are decently fast on the road. Swapped to Gravelking EXT which are far better in muddy conditions.

@bikeradar 2 года назад

This was actually filmed in the UK, not British Columbia! We found this beauty of a tree mainly for shelter☔

@laeljon 2 года назад

Soma Casadero made by Panaracer....best in the Southwest....Surly Knard, also....Rode the Gravel King for two rides and gave it away....

@davehoover8853 Год назад

Try something from Rene Herse - you might fast and grippy in the muck and on the road. 4 casings to choose from for every model!

@ahmadzuhairi 2 года назад

Review the rene herse range of gravel tyres.

@davidtt8372 2 года назад

Interesting that you didn't mention the Pathfinder. Seems to be the most popular tire at the local gravel races. Has won a lot of gravel races. Apparently in Britain, gravel riding is only relevant if you're riding through a foot of mud.

@captain1664 2 года назад

I agree. I ride these (here in the UK) and find them fast onroad and good on gravel.

@Exgrmbl 2 года назад

Looking at them, they look really similar in make up to Schwalbe Hurricanes.

@davidtt8372 2 года назад

@@Exgrmbl I think the hurricane is more directed to the hybrid/commuter market. Pathfinder is a fast race tire.

@Exgrmbl 2 года назад

@@davidtt8372 Yeah, it's true. It is marketed that way...the tread pattern however looks like it would be viable.

@davidtt8372 2 года назад

@@Exgrmbl There are $20 that have the same tread pattern as $120 tires. They aren't the same tire. We're taking better handling characteristics, weight reduction and rolling resistance.

@bricesechrist6438 2 года назад

I would have loved to hear how yall preferred some Rene Herse Steilacoom or Hurricane Ridge

@bikeradar 2 года назад

Thanks for the suggestion, we'd also love to test Rene Herse tyres 👍

@MOTORRAD_ONLINE 2 года назад

Can you add a ranked results table at the end please?

@ichor20 2 года назад

Which would you recommend for riding thats 60% road 40% dirt/gravel? No mud riding for me.

@jakesiney Год назад

Pirelli Gravel H

@road-racing.plofficialchan393 Год назад

Pirelli id not even close vs Conti, Vittoria and Schwalbe. Maybe move with production to italy will help them. I punctured mine on 15 k of first ride. Side wall was cutted.

@fentuz 2 года назад

I try G One bite and Ultrabite and founds them rubbish, zero camber grip causing 2 big falls where i normally go quickly with my regular setup. For me, continental crossking 50-584 (all around in winter) and crossking front race king rear in summer is better and faster than GONe according to my strava stats. Admittedly, these conti are more prompt to punctures that the G Ones but I can live with that

@JoshSmith-hg1qz Год назад

Hi will any of these 650 tyres for gravel bikes work on a hard tail? Just using my bike to take the kids to school with a bike trailer and not using off road ATM mostly pavements any suggestions on what tyres I should go for

@franmcgowan4068 Год назад

Maxxis Re-Fuse.

@kw9000 2 года назад

Good reviews, but what about Rene Herse?

@seattlegrrlie 2 года назад

Oh, I am definitely a tyre nerd

@luislemusda 2 года назад

Hutchinson Toureg, extremely resistant !!

@franmcgowan4068 Год назад

I do like my 42mm Specialized Sawtooths.

@norbbrice2342 Месяц назад

Schwalb tires on Terra Trike. Two tire bead separation blow outs within 3 weeks of purchasing the bike. Local bike shop pending response from Schwalb regarding warranty coverage.

@norbbrice2342 Месяц назад

Update-Appears Schwalb is sending replacement tire and Bike Hub De Pere assured me that they will fix the issue and check all tires. Hopefully, I can then confidently take a big ride longer than 10 minutes without a tire blow out. My bike is Terra Trike All Terrain. My major disappointment is I've lost valuable riding time. I've been told it would take 2-3 days to receive new tire. Why couldn't Schwalb overnight the tire?

@norbbrice2342 Месяц назад

Schwalb sending replacement tire. According to my local bike shop, issue appears to be a one off and shouldn't happen again.

@lennymclean. 2 года назад

Can someone please explain why tires have tripled in price since gravel bikes became a thing? Also, you can ride over everything on a 40c schwalbe marathon.

@RVLeeuw 2 года назад

Why not a gravel tire from Donnelly Cycling in the test? They made already graveltires before there where gravelbikes ;-) I like the X'plor MSO very much.