KENDA Small Block 8 700x35c Gravel Tyre - Fast, Versatile, and Ready for AdventureUnleash the full potential of your gravel bike with the KENDA Small Block 8 gravel tyre. Born from a legendary, race-proven MTB tread pattern and now perfectly optimized for the demands of gravel cycling, this tyre is your ultimate partner for speed and control on mixed terrain. Whether you´re tackling dusty fire roads, hard-packed trails, or linking it all together with sections of pavement, the Small Block 8 provides a fast, engaging, and confident ride every time. Its design focuses on delivering maximum efficiency without sacrificing the grip you need when the path gets unpredictable.Key Benefits for the Modern Rider:* Exceptional Speed and Efficiency: The Small Block 8 is engineered for velocity. Its tread pattern features numerous small, ramped knobs that dramatically reduce rolling resistance on hard surfaces. This allows you to maintain momentum with less effort, making it ideal for long-distance gravel adventures, competitive racing, or efficient commuting.* Unwavering Cornering Confidence: Don´t let the speed-focused design fool you, this tyre bites when it matters most. Thanks to Kend´s Dual Tread Compound (DTC), the shoulder knobs are made from a softer compound that provides superb grip and feedback during cornering, allowing you to lean into turns with confidence and control.* Incredible Versatility: From smooth tarmac to loose-over-hardpack gravel, the Small Block 8 excels. The high number of contact points provides predictable handling across a wide variety of dry to mixed conditions, making it a true do-it-all tyre for the rider who explores everywhere.* Enhanced Durability and Protection: Featuring Kend´s Sidewall Casing Technology (SCT), the tyre is built to withstand the rigours of gravel riding. This technology adds a layer of protection to the sidewalls, significantly increasing resistance to cuts, abrasions, and punctures, while also optimizing the casing for reliable tubeless setup and performance.Main Features:* Iconic Small Block 8 Tread Pattern: A high volume of small, strategically placed knobs provides a large contact patch for predictable traction and a fast-rolling feel.* Dual Tread Compound (DTC): Utilizes a harder, longer-lasting, and faster-rolling L3R PRO compound in the center, with a softer, grippier STICK-E compound on the shoulder knobs for superior cornering traction.* Sidewall Casing Technology (SCT): A robust nylon fabric reinforcement across the sidewalls prevents tears and punctures, ensures air retention, and strengthens the structure for a stable tubeless system.* Folding Bead: The use of a flexible Aramid fiber bead (Folding) reduces the overall weight of the tyre, makes it easier to install, and allows it to be packed down for use as a spare.* Gravel Optimised Volume: The 700c x 35 size provides the perfect balance of cushioning, traction, and low rolling resistance for all-around gravel cycling.Technical Specifications:* Diameter: 28´´- 700C* ETRTO: 35 - 622* Width: 35mm* Tyre Type: Clincher* Bead: Folding* Primary Discipline: Gravel cycling* Recommended Use: Hard Pack, Dry Pavement, Gravel Roads* Protection: Sidewall Casing Technology (SCT)Brand:-Kenda.Category:- Tyres.Specifications:-Tyre SMALL BLOCK 8 GRAVEL - 700X35, black, SCT, DTC.Origin of goods:- TW.