Hutchinson Caracal Race Racing Lab Tubeless 700c X 45 Gravel Tyre. Dominate the gravel course with the HUTCHINSON Caracal Race 700x45c tyre. Born from the elite Racing Lab, this tubeless weapon is engineered for uncompromising speed and precision. Its fast-rolling, semi-slick center tread minimizes resistance for pure velocity on hardpack, while aggressive shoulder knobs deliver tenacious grip for confident, high-speed cornering. A supple 127 TPI casing ensures a comfortable, responsive ride, reinforced with Hardskin bead-to-bead protection for race-winning durability. Transform your power into victory. Experience exceptional performance with these fast bicycle tires. Enjoy incredibly low rolling resistance for effortless speed and comfortable pedaling, ideal for road, gravel, and even single-speed builds. These durable tires offer reliable grip in wet conditions and on varied terrain, including damaged roads and forest paths. They also perform excellently on e-bikes, and tubeless setups are trouble-free. HUTCHINSON Caracal Race Racing Lab Tubeless 700C x 45 Gravel TyreUnleash your full potential on the gravel course with the HUTCHINSON Caracal Race, a top-tier tyre born from the prestigious Racing Lab program. Engineered for competitive riders and performance enthusiasts who demand uncompromising speed and precision, the Caracal Race is your ultimate weapon for fast-rolling gravel, hardpack, and mixed-terrain conditions. This tyre transforms your power into pure velocity, giving you the edge when every second counts.The Caracal Race is meticulously designed to offer a significant performance advantage. Its primary benefit is its incredibly low rolling resistance, allowing you to maintain higher speeds with less effort, whether you´re on a long breakaway or sprinting for the finish line. This is complemented by a design that provides tenacious grip and confidence in corners, letting you push the limits on fast, sweeping turns and technical descents. The supple casing enhances comfort and terrain feedback, reducing rider fatigue on grueling long-distance events while providing robust protection against punctures and cuts, ensuring you stay in the race.Key Benefits:* Exceptional Speed: Experience a tangible reduction in rolling resistance, designed for maximum efficiency and velocity on dry and fast gravel surfaces.* Confident Handling: A highly advanced tread pattern provides predictable and reliable grip, allowing you to corner with aggression and maintain control at high speeds.* Supple & Resilient Ride: The high-thread-count casing conforms to the terrain for superior traction and comfort, while integrated reinforcement provides durable, bead-to-bead protection against race-ending flats.* Optimised Tubeless Performance: As a dedicated Tubeless tyre, it allows for lower tyre pressures, which enhances the contact patch for improved grip, comfort, and the self-sealing benefits of sealant.Main Features:The performance of the Caracal Race is rooted in its sophisticated features. The tread profile is a masterclass in efficiency, featuring a fast, semi-slick central line to minimise drag on straightaways. This is flanked by progressively taller and more aggressive shoulder knobs that engage as you lean the bike, providing a seamless transition from straight-line speed to secure cornering bite.The tyre is built upon a high-density 127 TPI casing, the foundation for its responsive and supple ride feel. This construction is reinforced with Hutchinson´s proven Hardskin technology, a textile grid that protects the entire tyre structure from bead to bead against sharp rocks and debris. The Folding aramid bead not only reduces overall weight but also makes installation and transport easier. Developed specifically for Gravel cycling, this tyre represents the pinnacle of Hutchinson´s race-day engineering.---Technical Specifications:* Intended Use: Gravel cycling, Racing, Performance* Wheel Size: 28´´- 700c* Tyre Width: 45mm* ETRTO: 45-622* Type: Tubeless Ready (TLR)* Bead: Folding* Casing: 127 TPI* Reinforcement: Hardskin Bead-to-Bead* Concept: Racing Lab* Recommended Rim Width (Inner): 19 - 25 mm* Weight: Approx. 535 g. tradeinn Bikeinn