Pirelli

I installed this tire on the rear wheel with a Cinturato Gravel M up front. This rear tire rolls really well while still providing good grip on the type of terrain I ride on (e.g. mix of pavement, hardpack, and loose over hard). On loose gravel, I had found my old tire (Bontrager Team GR1) would easily spin out on acceleration from a stop, while on the same gravel this tire digs in and grips. Longer rides including on pavement are still comfortable and low noise, too, so this tire perfectly fits what I need.

I ran a set in 2023 for two years, no problems, good performance for the longevity.

I bought a 2023 model in 2024, and not only were they much harder to mount, one of them was harder than the other. To give an idea I needed a tool to get the first side of the tire mounted, a job that is normally for hands. It took a solid half hour and some skin to get the things on.

If they last as long I might forget and get a new pair, otherwise I'm liable to try something that fits better.

Only one big trip on these tires so far, but ripping around near Sisters, OR was a BLAST. 650b 50cc made the flowy singletrack of Peterson Ridge feel great, and they also did well on smoother gravel and pavement. I'm looking forward to spicier adventuress with these over the summer!

Did have a bit of trouble mounting one of them, even with a blast chamber pump. Had to seat the whole thing with a tube, then take it out and reseat the one side.

Writing the review from Patagonia, AZ, as we ride long through wicked gravel and sand prepping for Unbound. Can't say enough good about these tires. I've used them on and off for 3 years and came back with them to ride Patagonia. It crushed rocky, crunchy gravel without any issues. It is on the heavier side of the tire spectrum however, check the rolling resistance, it will surprise you. I'm currently using the 50mm and so is the rest of the group. Highly recommend them!