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The importance of tires on a bike is paramount, whether in terms of performance, grip, or durability, whether you’re a top-level competitor or a Sunday cyclist. In 1976, the first Specialized product wasn’t a bike, but a tire, proving the importance Mike Sinyard, the brand’s creator, placed on this component. Specialized is now introducing the new S-Works Turbo tire range, claiming they are the fastest, most responsive, and most durable tires they have ever made.
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In addition to its bikes and frames, Specialized produces almost all accessories for cycling, unlike most competing brands. The same goes for tires, of which the new S-Works Turbo range is the flagship. Engineers have created nothing less than a new rubber compound – which they call GRIPTON® T2 – to reduce rolling resistance, improve grip, and increase the durability of their new tires. This compound, placed on the center of the tread, is combined with another proven rubber type, T5, on the tire’s shoulders, again to optimize grip and traction in corners.
The new S-Works Turbo RapidAir 2BR
The previous iteration of the S-Works Turbo RapidAir 2BR made tubeless history on the Tour in 2019 with multiple stage victories, a stint in yellow, and a green jersey on the Champs Élysées. It’s the tire that almost definitively buried the tubular for World Tour teams equipped by Specialized. The addition of the new T2/T5 tread further increases the performance of a tubeless tire already renowned for its excellent efficiency.
A pair of the new 26mm S-Works Turbo RapidAir 2BR tires would save 2 watts of rolling resistance compared to the previous tire, and add approximately 1000 kilometers of lifespan. For a weight of 230g. With the new hybrid Kevlar BlackBelt protection under the tread, the brand also announces a 12% increase in puncture protection.
Casing: 120 TPI
Bead: 2Bliss Ready, Zylon foldable
Compound: GRIPTON® T2/T5
Puncture protection: BlackBelt
Compatibility: hooked or hookless rim
Size: 700×26
Weight: 230 g
Price: €90
The S-Works Turbo 2BR, for versatility
The S-Works 2BR is announced as an ultra-versatile tubeless tire, designed for the cobbles of the Classics or your weekly weekend ride. The all-new Dual T2/T5 compound gives the Turbo 2BR grip, speed, and durability. The brand announces 6 watts better in terms of rolling resistance for a pair of tires compared to the previous 2BR.
Casing: 120 TPI
Bead: 2Bliss Ready, Zylon foldable
Compound: GRIPTON® T2/T5
Puncture protection: BlackBelt
Compatibility: hooked or hookless rim
Weight: 260 g in 700×26, 280 g in 700×28, 300 g in 700×30, available with tan sidewalls in 28 and 30
Price: €85
The S-Works Turbo still available with an inner tube
For those who prefer to ride with an inner tube, the S-Works Turbo tire features the new Dual T2/T5 compound, as well as the light and supple casing with BlackBelt puncture protection. At only 200 grams for a 24mm tire, with lower rolling resistance and 8% improved puncture protection compared to the previous S-Works Turbo, it’s S-Works speed with an inner tube.
Casing: 120 TPI
Bead: Foldable – inner tube
Dual compound: GRIPTON® T2/T5
Puncture protection: BlackBelt
Weight: 200 g in 700×24, 220 g in 700×26, 240 g in 700×28, 260 g in 700×30
Price: €60
A tire for endurance
To this S-Works range is added the Turbo Pro T5 tubed tire, with a 60 TPI casing and the T5 compound, for a good combination of low rolling resistance, grip, and endurance.
Compound: GRIPTON® T5
Puncture protection: BlackBelt
Weight: 230 g in 700 x 24 mm, 250 g in 700 x 26 mm, 270 g in 700 x 28 mm, 290 g in 700 x 30 mm
Price: €45
Contact: Specialized.com
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