Rock ‘n Road Tires
700c x 43mm - $63
650b x 43mm - $63
700c x 48mm - $69
650b x 48mm - $69
Available on our Big Cartel site:
When the Rock ‘n Road tire was designed it was made for one purpose, and one purpose only: the ability to ride all terrains with ease. Its unique “step-pyramid” tread pattern is the key to this ability. At speed, the center tread line provides an almost continuous line, allowing the rest of the tire to float just off the ground during paved riding. Even though the Rock ‘n Road mimics the feel of a much narrower road tire on pavement, when ridden in the dirt, sand, mud and gravel, the best qualities of the tire become evident. It is on the trail, through varying weather conditions where this tire really shines.
Things you need to know
If you’re going to run our Rock ‘n Road tires tubeless, do not exceed 45psi. If you’re going to use inner-tubes, you can safely inflate them to 55psi; although people have inflated them up to 70psi. Factors such as rim design and tire condition should be considered and are the responsibility of the rider.
The tires measure out at a generous 43mm wide (or 1.72")
The 700c weighs 540 grams.
We have these manufactured in Japan by Panaracer to ensure top quality.
The tire has a nice Kevlar folding bead.
To ensure the Rock ‘n Road tires will fit your frame, please refer to the tire sizing guide at the bottom of this page.
Both Blackwall and Gumwall are available.
Don't know about the original tire? Here is a quick trip down memory lane:
The original design was inspired by a Finnish tire brought to us by Gary Helfrich. The design was refined by mountain bike pioneer Joe Murray. It was designed to be a large volume, fast rolling tire that could handle all conditions; a jack-of-all-trades. What made this tire revolutionary is that it was built for 700c wheels. That's right, this was a 29er tire before 29ers became all the rage. How early? Try 1988...
Michael Woolsey says, "These tires changed my life!"
Ted De Long says, "These tires have unbelievably good handling on the dirt and downhills... almost too good."
Why are the 700c Rock ‘n Road tires not “Tubeless Compatible” and the 650b are?
So, here’s the thing... The 650b tires have a specifically designed “Tubeless Compatible” bead. When we had the 700c tire mold made, tubeless 700c tires were not being made by Panaracer. However, even though the 700c Rock ‘n Road tire is not made with a “tubeless compatible” bead, everyone from Panaracer, Stan’s No Tube, Mike Varley of Black Mountain Cycles, and pretty much everybody we know runs them tubeless. In fact we have not heard of a single case in which they didn’t work, and to boot most people prefer to run them this way. So to answer the question - can they be run tubeless, yes they can be. Will we stand behind them as a “Tubeless Compatible” tire - No, due to the current legal system and the propensity to be sued over minute details.
650b version
650b version