A new directional siping texture works alongside the directional knob placement for grip on acceleration, braking, and lean. The versatile V-shaped center tread keeps rolling efficiency high, while transition lugs and taller cornering lugs deliver confident grip when you push into a corner. Endurance Casing — Built for the Long Haul The 100 TPI nylon Endurance Casing features reinforced nylon sidewall protection and an anti-puncture belt beneath the tread — added protection most comparable gravel tires skip. Vittoria's Graphene-powered Endurance compound delivers all-weather grip and long-term durability. Hookless compatible and E-Bike Ready. What Reviewers Are Saying BikeRadar praised its "excellent performance in moist conditions" and "impressive grip when descending," highlighting it as a genuinely capable mixed-terrain option. Riders note it's smooth on tarmac, confident on gravel, and holds turns well across hardpack fire roads, mixed surfaces, and singletrack. BicycleRollingResistance.com flagged the anti-puncture belt as a notable differentiator — rare among gravel tires at this price point — and confirmed full hookless and E-Bike compatibility. Specs Size 700x50c (50-622) Weight 590 g Sidewall Black Casing Gravel Endurance, 100 TPI Compound Graphene Endurance Formulation Compatibility Hookless, Tubeless Ready, E-Bike Ready Sold As Single tire