Inspired by the legendary Oregon Outback and named after the first climb of that epic 360-mile gravel ride/race, the Switchback Hill remains the lightest, fastest and most comfortable ultra-wide 650B tire.
On the Oregon Outback route, the gravel is quite loose in places, and the extra flotation of the Switchback Hills gives you more speed and security when the going gets really rough. 30% of the Oregon Outback is on pavement, so we designed this tire to roll as fast and grip as well as a good racing tire. The tread has enough thickness in the center to last many miles, but it’s thin and supple on the shoulders where it doesn’t wear. With this tire, you truly have the best of both worlds.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous.
The Switchback Hill is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend SealSmart sealant. When used with tubes, we recommend the SV13 or SV14A tubes.
Made in Japan.
TECHNICAL SPECS
All models feature:
Clincher, folding bead
Tubeless-compatible
Maximum pressure with tubes: 55 psi (3.8 bar)
Maximum recommended pressure – tubeless: 55 psi (3.8 bar)
Actual width on 20 mm rim (internal): approx. 49 mm
Actual width on 23 mm rim (internal): approx. 50 mm
Extralight casing: +1 mm width
Tubeless: +0.5 mm width
Recommended rim: 17 - 35 mm (inner width; hookless: +1 mm)
Standard casing
Supple casing
Tan sidewalls
441 g
Extralight casing
Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing
Tan sidewalls
403 g
Endurance casing
The same ultra-fine threads as our Extralight casing, but in a denser, stronger weave
Protective belt under sidewalls and tread
Ideal for rough gravel and tough conditions
Dark tan sidewalls
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Inspired by the legendary Oregon Outback and named after the first climb of that epic 360-mile gravel ride/race, the Switchback Hill remains the lightest, fastest and most comfortable ultra-wide 650B tire.
On the Oregon Outback route, the gravel is quite loose in places, and the extra flotation of the Switchback Hills gives you more speed and security when the going gets really rough. 30% of the Oregon Outback is on pavement, so we designed this tire to roll as fast and grip as well as a good racing tire. The tread has enough thickness in the center to last many miles, but it’s thin and supple on the shoulders where it doesn’t wear. With this tire, you truly have the best of both worlds.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous.
The Switchback Hill is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend SealSmart sealant. When used with tubes, we recommend the SV13 or SV14A tubes.
Made in Japan.
TECHNICAL SPECS
All models feature:
Clincher, folding bead
Tubeless-compatible
Maximum pressure with tubes: 55 psi (3.8 bar)
Maximum recommended pressure – tubeless: 55 psi (3.8 bar)
Actual width on 20 mm rim (internal): approx. 49 mm
Actual width on 23 mm rim (internal): approx. 50 mm
Extralight casing: +1 mm width
Tubeless: +0.5 mm width
Recommended rim: 17 - 35 mm (inner width; hookless: +1 mm)
Standard casing
Supple casing
Tan sidewalls
441 g
Extralight casing
Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing
Tan sidewalls
403 g
Endurance casing
The same ultra-fine threads as our Extralight casing, but in a denser, stronger weave
Protective belt under sidewalls and tread
Ideal for rough gravel and tough conditions
Dark tan sidewalls
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Our most iconic 650B tire has a perfect balance of on-pavement grip and off-pavement volume. Babyshoe Pass is remote pass nestled between the great volcanoes of Loowit (Mount St. Helens) and Klickitat (Mount Adams). It provides a back-door way from Seattle to Portland, avoiding the crowded Puget Lowland.
These tires roll as fast as racing tires on the paved lower sections of the climb, yet float over the gravel on the higher parts. They are surefooted on the descent to Trout Lake, where you can enjoy the famous huckleberry shakes at the local food spot.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous.
The Babyshoe Pass is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend SealSmart sealant. When used with tubes, we recommend the SV12 or SV14A tubes.
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The joy of a road bike without the drawbacks: The 38 mm Loup Loup Pass provides the intimate feedback that you love on a road bike, but does away with the chatter and discomfort. We name our tires after the passes in the Cascade Mountains that inspire them: Loup Loup Pass connects the Methow Valley with the Okanagan in northern Washington State. The road across this scenic pass is paved, but the asphalt is rough and cracks have formed where the road has settled. Wide tires allow you to traverse this beautiful pass with confidence.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level.
The Loop Loup Pass requires tubes. We recommend the SV12 or SV14A tubes.
Made in Japan.
The supple casing of our Rene Herse all-road tires rolls smoothly over surface irregularities. The tread pattern interlocks with the road surface for superior cornering grip, whether your roads are wet or dry. The tread has enough thickness in the center to last many miles, but it's thin and supple on the shoulders where it doesn’t wear. All models feature:
Clincher, folding bead
Maximum pressure: 75psi (5.2 bar)
Actual width on 20 mm rim (internal): approx. 37 mm
Actual width on 23 mm rim (internal): approx. 37.5 mm
Extralight casing: +0.5 mm width
Recommended rim: 17 - 29 mm (inner width; hookless: +1 mm)
Extralight casing
Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing
Black or tan sidewalls
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The ultimate expression of our all-road tires – perfect for a new custom bike or to convert your old mountain bike into a competent all-road bike. The 54-mm Rat Trap Pass is incredibly plush, yet thanks to the smaller 26″ wheel size, your bike will be nimble like a good road bike.
We name our tires after the passes in the Cascade Mountains that inspire them: Rat Trap Pass bridges the gap between the mighty Suiattle and White Chuck Rivers. It’s a road that is rough in places and smooth in others, and the extra volume increases your confidence and speed. On pavement, the grip of the Rat Trap Pass is incredible – think race car with ultra-wide tires.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous.
The Rat Trap Pass is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend SealSmart sealant. When used with tubes, we recommend SV13 or SV14 tubes.
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The Naches Pass is the 26″ version of our iconic Babyshoe Pass 650B tire, with a perfect balance of on-pavement grip and off-pavement volume. We name our tires after the passes that inspire them: Naches Pass is a historic route across the Cascade Mountains that has been bypassed by modern highways. Today it’s a beautiful trail that winds through the forest before crossing the Pacific Crest Trail at treeline, with great views of Tahoma (Mount Rainier) in the distance.
The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous.
The Naches Pass is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend SealSmart sealant. When used with tubes, we recommend the SV12 or SV14A tubes.
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The Naches Pass is the 26″ version of the iconic Babyshoe Pass 650B tire, with a perfect balance of on-pavement grip and off-pavement volume. Named after a pass in the Cascade Mountains that inspire them: Naches Pass is a historic route across the Cascades that has been bypassed by modern highways. Today it’s a beautiful trail that winds through the forest before crossing the Pacific Crest Trail at the treeline, with great views of Mount Rainier in the distance.
The Standard casing is the more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level.
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If you are looking for the fastest, lightest 26″ tire ever made, this is probably it. The Elk Pass weighs just 178 g and uses our Extralight casing and ultra-sticky tread rubber for the ultimate in suppleness and cornering grip. Thanks to its ultralight weight and small volume, it also is a great spare tire for emergencies when traveling off the beaten path with 26″ wheels.
We name our tires after the passes that inspire them: Elk Pass crosses between Loowit (Mount St. Helens) and Klickitat (Mount Adams) in the Cascade Range. The road is paved, but it has settled in places, and cracks have opened in the pavement. With these tires, you can set a personal best on the climb, yet roll down with the confidence that your tire will handle whatever the road throws at you. And thanks for their 30 mm width, the Elk Pass tires even can handle the gravel of the trails that branch off the main road.
Only available with Extralight casing that takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. Tan sidewalls.
The Elk Pass requires tubes. We recommend the SV11A tubes.
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Snelle band, voor snelle jongens/meisjes/mensen...More info & order
650b Buitenband, met de zegen van Kirk Pacenti, zeer geschikt voor gravel (Gravel is gemalen baksteen. bron: wikipedia) dus vast heel sterk, lekvast enzo. Maar je mag er ook mee in de stad. 42mm breed, dus een fijne ballon, lekker comfi. En met name deze heeft een aramide laag zodat ie zorgt dat je kunt blijven fietsen en niet hoeft te plakken. Vouwband overigens.
Eigenschappen:
- TLC (Tubeless Compatible): De band kan ook worden gebruikt met afdichtmiddel in plaats van een binnenband.
- ZSG Natural (Zero Slip Grip Natural Compound): rubbercompound gekenmerkt door een zeer lage rolweerstand en een lange levensduur.
Gemaakt in Japan - dat onderscheidt deze en meer dan 90% van de andere Panaracer-bandenreeks. Dit zorgt voor een superieure productiekwaliteit met behulp van de meest geavanceerde materialen.
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The Smooth Vitesse EX is a fast and lightweight clincher tire with a smooth casing. The super light casing not only reduces rotational weight, but also reduces rolling resistance and does a great job of leveling the road.
Made in Japan by Panaracer.
- Carbon rubber compound for high mileage and tread pattern for all roads
- Kevlar retaining thread
- Black tread with skinwall
- Weight: 33c(290g)
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Panaracer's Col de la Vie wire tire has a semi-deep tread. This will especially appeal to non-asphalt enthusiasts. Forest paths, shell paths, that's the terrain Col de la Vie feels at home in. The tire is a bit narrower than the 40mm indication indicates. count on 35mm on most rims. Fairly anti-puncture. size 40-584 or 650b.
Technologies:
- 400D Lite Extra (400D Lite Extra Cord): 400D threads increase protection against sidewall cuts and holes without negatively affecting weight.
Made in Japan - this sets this and over 90% of the other Panaracer tire series apart. This ensures excellent manufacturing quality using the most advanced materials.
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De Horizon Plus Size-band biedt u soepele tractie en een perfect afrolgedrag, op welke ondergrond u zich ook bevindt. De gladde middellijn en het visgraatpatroon aan de zijkant voor alle weersomstandigheden maken dit mogelijk in combinatie met de maatvoering. Deze band met groot volume biedt een lage rolweerstand op verharde wegen en een verbazingwekkende demping buiten de verharde wegen.
Rij de band op je cyclocrosser of op je gravelbike. De effectieve buitendiameter komt overeen met die van een conventionele 700 x 28 - 30 mm racefietsband. Met de Horizon heeft WTB een band gemaakt waarmee je rijplezier op een nieuwe manier ervaart.
TCS-banden
TCS-banden gebruiken de voordelen van een UST-band en combineren die met het lage gewicht van een niet-UST-band. Een licht karkas dat is afgedicht met bandenafdichtmiddel houdt de roterende massa aangenaam laag en voorkomt pech en de UST-conforme hiel zorgt voor een stevige passing op de velg.
TCS Licht Karkas
Een soepel, tubeless-compatibel en licht karkas dat met behulp van het WTB TCS Fluid bandenafdichtmiddel tubeless gereden kan worden. Gebruik met een binnenband is natuurlijk ook mogelijk.
Dual DNA rubbermengsel
Dual DNA is de perfecte mix van efficiëntie, tractie en duurzaamheid. In het midden zit een iets hardere rubbercompound voor snel rollen en hoge kilometrage, terwijl aan de zijkanten een zachtere compound wordt gebruikt voor de nodige grip in bochten.
Opmerking:
WTB heeft ondervonden dat banden met tan wall zijwanden niet altijd klaar zijn voor het lezen van de binnenband wanneer ze voor het eerst worden gemonteerd, als gevolg van mogelijke productiefluctuaties. Als je problemen hebt om de band strak te krijgen, raden we je aan een dichtingsmelk te gebruiken met grotere deeltjes om de poriën in de zijwand beter af te dichten. Geschikte afdichtingsmelk is verkrijgbaar, bijvoorbeeld van Notubes (Race Sealant) Orange Seal of Tire Yogurt.
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