Tires

A fast-rolling center section, flexible shoulder lugs and fine sipes give Continental's Contact II tire great grip on varied terrain. It also boasts Continental's SafetySystem for exceptional puncture protection with little added weight.

Handmade in Germany, the Top Contact II Reflex is perfect for touring bikes and commuting steeds. Its smooth center rolls fast and the tread pattern on the shoulders maximizes cornering traction. The Top Contact II also utilizes Continental's Vectran technology, a polymer membrane that offers excellent puncture protection and reduces rolling resistance. This fine tire also sports Continental's Reflex sidewall striping for increased visibility at night.

The Ultra Sport II is a folding road tire built to Continental's exacting standards to give you excellent longevity, low weight, and impressive puncture resistance. It sports a strong, supple 180 thread-per-inch, 3-ply casing for robust protection and a silica-based tread compound for ample grip and mileage, so this tire shines whether you're training or racing.

Make your commute faster with Kenda's Kwest. It's a smooth, fast-rolling slick that speeds along the road and bike path. Deep water grooves help channel water away from the center tread in rainy conditions for added confidence. And, the 100 psi rating on these tires means rolling resistance is kept to the bare minimum, so you'll get to work on time. - Smooth, minimal tread tire for city, bike path, or commuting in a variety of sizes to suit any need - Deep water grooves help channel water in wet conditions - Front and rear application, best when used as a set - Wire Bead

Turn your mountain bike into a road rocket. Michelin's Wild Run'R is a zippy road tire for 26-inch wheels. It features a smooth tread that rolls fast and grips great on pavement. Weight: 420 grams (26-inch)

- High speed cross-country. Classical tread design with excellent grip

The Pro One Tire is part of the new generations of tubeless tires. It is a truly thrilling ride. It's fast, reliable, and light. The patented MicroSkin construction makes this all possible—70 grams less weight, 15% less rolling resistance, and improved cut resistance all around. This is the absolute top model from Schwalbe! - The Schwalbe Pro One is compatible with a normal tube, but its true strengths are experienced only in tubeless form.

The tread of choice for our World Cup Downhill Team, the Butcher DH tire excels in the gnarliest terrain imaginable. It does this by featuring fast rolling, ramped center knobs and perfectly sized shoulder knobs for bite in the corners. And with butyl inserts at the tire bead, we even have you covered against pinch flats when the trail gets particularly rowdy. - Casing: 60 TPI, Dual-Ply - Bead: Wire - Compound: Base 70a / Top 42a - Pinch Protection: Butyl inserts at bead - 26 x 2.3", psi 25-50, approximate weight 1250g - 26 x 2.5", psi 25-50, approximate weight 1290g

Our Compound tire is the answer for any rider looking to launch an urban assault or perform at their peak level at the local skate park. That's because it provides awesome, fast rolling traction, whether you're riding over concrete or asphalt. - Casing: 30 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 60a - 24 x 2.2", PSI 35-65, approximate weight 585g

The Espoir Sport is a reliable road tire that's ideal for ambitious training and high-mileage rides. It features a durable compound with low rolling resistance and plenty of grip. And with our BlackBelt X 2 flat protection, you also gain reliability and durability where it counts. - Casing: 60 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 70a - Flat Protection: BlackBelt X 2 - 700 x 23mm, PSI 110-125, approximate weight 340g - 700 x 25mm, PSI 110-125, approximate weight 370g - 700 x 28mm, PSI 85-95, approximate weight 400g - 700 x 30mm, PSI 85-95, approximate weight 435g

The Espoir Tubular is an extremely reliable road tire that's ideal for ambitious training and high-mileage rides. With a supple casing, this finely crafted tire is designed for the ultimate in suppleness, reliability, and durability, so you won't have to worry about flats—just concentrate on sprints, hills, or good conversation. - Casing: 220 TPI - Butyl Inner Tube - Compound: GRIPTON - Flat Protection: BlackBelt - 28 x 23mm, PSI 110-150, approximate weight 320g - 28 x 25mm, PSI 110-150, approximate weight 340g

Specialized's Fast Trak Armadillo is a light, lively, and grippy tire featuring closely spaced, short center knobs with ramped edges for cruising fast, and a soft, dual-density tread compound for top-notch control in all conditions. Plus, the Armadillo flat protection delivers awesome puncture resistance and high-mileage durability.

The Ground Control Fat tire uses similar knob shapes as the narrower versions in order to offer the best climbing, braking, and cornering traction for your fat bike excursions. No matter the conditions, you'll be able to ride with confidence and maximize your enjoyment. - Casing: 120 TPI for 26", 60 TPI for 20" and 24" - Bead: Foldable for 26", wire for 20" and 24", 26 x 4.0" Butyl wrapped bead = 2Bliss Ready - Compound: 60a - 26 x 4.0", Max Ride 15 PSI / Max Install 25 PSI, approximate weight 1290g - 26 x 4.6", PSI 5-20, approximate weight 1450g

The Hemisphere is a modern, versatile, and durable trekking tire with tough Flak Jacket puncture protection and a bold tread that delivers control on loose surfaces. This tire's serial center blocks roll easily on paved surfaces, while also providing off-road traction through wide-spaced shoulder blocks that bite into soft ground. Altogether, the Hemisphere will excel on streets and bike paths alike. - Casing: 30 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 70a - Flat Protection: Flak Jacket - 700 x 38mm, PSI 75-100, approximate weight 820g - 700 x 42c, psi 50-100

Manipulating the knob pattern of the wet-weather Storm, we've created a moto-inspired knob pattern designed for moist and dry conditions alike. The Hillbilly DH tire features knurled knob tops that enhance traction on roots, rocks, logs, off-camber drops—you name it, this tire tames them all with total confidence. Plus, with butyl inserts at the tire bead, we even have you covered against pinch flats when the trail gets particularly rowdy. - Casing: 60 TPI, Dual Ply - Bead: wire - Compound: Base 70a / Top 42a - Pinch Protection: Butyl Inserts at bead - 26" x 2.3, psi 25-50, approximate weight 1250g - 26" x 2.5, psi 25-50, approximate weight 1300g

The Infinity tire is a long-wearing, incredibly durable tire that's ideally suited for commuting, trekking, and street use. The deep recessed tread provides excellent traction through water and debris, while the rounded profile ensures stable, predictable handling in corners. Flak Jacket puncture protection keeps you riding. - Casing: 30 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 70a - Flat Protection: Flak Jacket - 26 x 1.75", psi 50-100, approximate weight 850g

Specialized's Infinity Sport Tire is built to handle paths, pavement and dirt roads with equal aplomb. Its inverted tread rolls fast and corners great even on wet pavement. The Infinity also sports Specialized's Flak Jacket technology for top-notch puncture protection.

The Nimbus 2 tire features an updated tread and compound that rolls even faster and has more grip than ever before. It comes in many widths to accommodate different bikes, riding styles, and comfort levels, so it's the perfect choice for riding on the road or bike path. - Casing: 30 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 60a - Flat Protection: Flak Jacket - 650b x 2.3", psi 25-50

Specialized's Nimbus Sport is a smooth-rolling tire that's tailor-made for commuting and taking on the concrete jungle. Its quick-rolling, grippy tread is siped to give you confident handling even when the road conditions are less than stellar. Plus, the Nimbus boasts Specialized's excellent Flak Jacket puncture protection technology to keep flats at bay.

The Nimbus Sport tire has a smooth tread that rolls fast and serves as the perfect fit for any rider looking to get around town. There are many widths to accommodate different models, riding styles, and comfort levels, while the BlackBelt flat protection found here adds confidence for riding over rough city roads and bike paths. - Casing: 60 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 70a - Flat Protection: BlackBelt - 700 x 28mm; psi 115-125; approximate weight 560g - 700 x 32mm; psi 75-100; approximate weight 620g - 700 x 35mm; psi 75-100; approximate weight 680g - 700 x 38mm; psi 75-100; approximate weight 710g

When flat-out speed is the goal, look to Specialized's Renegade Control Tire to take you to the front. Its well-spaced, low-profile knobs zip over hardpack, and still have enough bite to provide outstanding braking and sensational cornering grip. Plus, with 2Bliss technology, you can run low pressure for extra traction and not worry about pinch flats.

When your ride varies from skate parks to city streets, and usually ends with a session at the trails, the Rhythm Lite is the obvious tire of choice. A fast-rolling center section keeps things moving, while slightly larger and deeper shoulder knobs provide enhanced traction in the dirt. - Casing: 30 TPI - Bead: Wire - Compound: 70a for 12", 16", 18," and 20" Compound: 60a for 24" - Flat Protection: Flak Jacket for 12", 16", 18", and 20" - 18 x 2.0", PSI 35-65, approximate weight 460g

With soft rubber compounds that stick to wet roots and rocks and well-spaced knobs that allow the tire to clean well, this mud-munching tire is made for riders who won't shy away from an environmental challenge--delivering traction in sections that most riders won't consider hiking over! - Casing: 60 TPI, Dual Ply - Bead: wire - Compound: Base 70a / Top 42a - Pinch Protection: Butyl Inserts at bead - 26" x 2.3, psi 25-50, approximate weight 1130g

Based on Specialized's World-Cup-winning Renegade mountain bike tire, the Tracer Tubular is a great all-around tread. Its well-spaced, low-profile knobs zip over hardpack and still have enough bite to provide outstanding braking and sensational grip in the corners. For even more control, this smooth-riding tubular boasts a supple 290 thread-per-inch casing that grips terrain and keeps you powering down the course

For fast, hardpack cyclocross courses, look no further than the Trigger Tubular tire from Specialized. Small file-tread center lugs progress outwards to large, aggressive knobs on the tires shoulders providing smooth, predictable transitions and sure-footed grip in the corners. The 260 thread-per-inch casing is as supple as they come, and tubular construction offers incredibly low rolling resistance and virtually pinch flat-free riding.

• The benefits of a smooth center with small side knobs

• Grooved tread pattern suitable for rough street, gravel, rural roads • Wire bead • Size: 700 x 38c

• V34 Classic cruiser/all-terrain tread suitable for street and light trail use • Size: 26 x 2.125

• Recreational tire with raised center, slight lateral grooves for traction • Size: 24 x 1 3/8

• Urban/recreational tire with shallow, grooved tread for multiple conditions • 16 x 1.75