Thanks to the VECTRANTM PUNCTURE BARRIER, the tyre has excellent puncture protection especially at the most vulnerable part – the sidewalls. The tread pattern is designed for speed and excellent cornering in mixed conditions except deep and sticky mud. Very good shock absorbance provided by this tyre makes this model ideal for using on the roots and bumpy terrain. True XC champion tyre. Design based on our highly appreciated MTB tubular tyres.