Hutchinson Blackbird TLR - Folding Tire - 26-622 | black/tan

Hutchinson’s new Speed Revolution! Hutchinson raises the bar with the Blackbird Racing Lab, the fastest tire ever they ever developed. Featuring cutting-edge Mach Tread 3.0 Compound and SwiftEasy Casing, experience 10% less rolling resistance, 15% wider tread for superior grip, and unparalleled durability, with over 4000km+ of performance. Handcrafted in France, because every detail matters. Features of the Hutchinson Blackbird TLR - Folding Tire 15% wider tread Mach Tread 3.0 compound: offers an impressive energy return of up to +25%, propelling you forward with every pedal stroke Polyamide Reinforcement SwiftEasy Casing: 3x 127 TPI sides, 2x 127 TPI center Tubeless Ready Mach Tread 3.0 compound Hutchinson’s Fastest Compound Ever At the heart of Hutchinson’s relentless pursuit of performance lies the Mach Tread 3.0 compound, setting a new standard for speed and efficiency. Engineered with precision and innovation, this cutting-edge compound is tailored to unlock the optimal formula for high-performance road and gravel tires. Unmatched Speed and Efficiency The Mach Tread 3.0 compound stands as Hutchinson’s fastest ever, delivering unparalleled speed and efficiency on every ride. With its superior rebound properties, it offers an impressive energy return of up to +25%, propelling you forward with every pedal stroke. SwiftEasy Casing A Comfort and Speed Revolution At the core of Hutchinson’s pursuit of unparalleled performance lies the innovative SwiftEasy Casing construction. This groundbreaking design redefines the standards of flexibility and high performance, setting a new benchmark for road and gravel racing tires alike. This new construction sees the tyre’s 127 TPI casing wrapped around the bead then bonded directly to a central puncture protection strip (if there is one) instead of the usual process of overlapping these layers. A final layer of casing runs from bead to bead to ensure air tightness. Experience the ultimate in speed, comfort, and performance with Hutchinson’s SwiftEasy Casing. Trust in this innovative construction to elevate your riding experience to new heights.