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Handmade Clincher Tires and Latex Tubes – Still Around for a Reason

Handmade Clincher Tires and Latex Tubes – Still Around for a Reason

Riders who prefer tubes deserve access to the same level of innovation and performance as any other system, and that commitment remains a core part of how we design and build our tires today.

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Santa Vall 2026 - Notes from the Course

Santa Vall 2026 - Notes from the Course

Tire selection is everything, especially when you could encounter anything! Challenge ambassadors give their thoughts from Santa Vall 2026

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Choosing CX Tires – The Wyman Method

Choosing CX Tires – The Wyman Method

Choosing the right tread on race day is one of the biggest puzzles for CX racers. These insights by Helen Wyman are a great view into an athlete's head during testing.

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Tubulars v TLR

Tubulars v TLR

Which System is Better?

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Summerizing Your Handmade Cyclocross Tires

Summerizing Your Handmade Cyclocross Tires

How Should I Prepare My Handmade CX Tires for Summer Storage? Nothing is worse than hopping on your tubs for an early autumn race only to find the base tape peeling away and the sidewalls completely dry or rotten. Follow...

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Which Challenge Road Tire is for You?

Which Challenge Road Tire is for You?

From the moment you open the box, you feel you're holding a handmade luxury item – but don't forget it's also a top-performer

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Mixed-Surface Road and Strada Bianca

Mixed-Surface Road and Strada Bianca

Strada and Strada Bianca Encompass All Roads A fantastically supple and efficient tire casing with a minimal file tread design has turned out to be a great foundation for most riding styles. Sure, you’ll find differences between our STRADA and...

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Pim Ronhaar - Preparing for the Biggest Stages

Pim Ronhaar - Preparing for the Biggest Stages

After a tough off-season, Pim Ronhaar (Baloise Trek Lions) is slowly finding his form. This season, he has earned podiums in Heerderstrand and Herentals and is currently sitting fifth in the World Cup Overall after three top-10s, including a podium...

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Across The Ocean - The Atmosphere of Cyclocross

Across The Ocean - The Atmosphere of Cyclocross

While many North American cyclocrossers have traveled to Europe to race, far fewer Europeans have based themselves in America for an extended block. British Rider Helen Wyman was one of the first. In fact, the Chicane tread pattern was developed...

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