HUTCHINSON Caracal Race Gridskin TLR gravel tire

The Caracal Race Gridskin combines the speed of the Caracal Race—the fastest gravel tire ever tested by bicyclerollingresistance.com—with the protection of GridSkin reinforcement. The knitted mesh integrated into the sidewalls isolates cuts and tears caused by sharp rocks, with minimal impact on weight and rolling resistance. The SwiftEasy Casing construction and Mach Tread 3.0 compound retain the race-tuned performance of the original model. Made in France, available in 40, 45, and 50 mm.

Key Features

GridSkin sidewall reinforcement: the knitted mesh isolates cuts and tears. On rocky sections, sharp stones that would slice standard sidewalls are stopped in their tracks—the race goes on.

Preserved rolling efficiency: unlike conventional reinforcements, GridSkin has minimal impact on rolling resistance and weight. The tire retains the ride feel of the Caracal Race, confirmed as the fastest gravel tire by bicyclerollingresistance.com.

Mach Tread 3.0 compound: borrowed from Hutchinson's high-performance road race tires, this rubber compound maximizes energy return with every pedal stroke on dry, hard-packed surfaces, while maintaining solid cornering grip.

127 TPI SwiftEasy Casing (Tubeless Ready): run tubeless at lower pressures, the tire conforms to the terrain, filters out vibrations, and expands the contact patch on fast descents.

Compatibility

The Caracal Race Gridskin is a 700c Tubeless Ready folding tire, available in 40, 45, and 50 mm (ETRTO 40-622, 45-622, 50-622). It mounts tubeless on 700c rims using tubeless tape and sealant.

For long races over rocky terrain, run a proven tubeless sealant. Need advice on sizing for your rim width? Contact us.

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