Originally Posted by
blazin
So what is needed is a tire that is:
- at least 40ish in size;
- smooth center tread for rolling on pavement, hard pack;
- some side knows for traction in looser stuff;
- light weight;
- tubeless (hasn't been mentioned so far, but think it also important for gravel applications).
I can think of tires that meet up to 3, maybe 4 of these criteria. But not all five. Anybody have any ideas?
WTB Byway. 47 mm, smooth center tread, side knobs, light enough for me, and they are easy to setup tubeless. I actually ran them tubeless for a few days without any sealant. They are 650b though, and I had to buy a new wheelset in order to run them on my bike.