The Vittoria Mezcal XC Race is a 29 x 2.25 cross country racing tire for dry conditions and mixed terrain, with a Graphene and Silica compound and a 60 TPI Tubeless Ready casing.

What it's for

Vittoria makes the Mezcal XC Race for cross country racing where rolling speed matters and the course still has technical sections.

Features

• Continuous center line: The center knobs link into one line so the tire rolls on a constant contact strip
• Siped offset extensions: Knobs beside the center line are siped to add leading and trailing edges for climbing drive and braking bite
• Shoulder knobs: Siped in parallel, in varied widths, with open trailing edges for cornering on hard and slippery surfaces

How it works

Race compound: A formulation with Graphene and Silica. Vittoria says it increases wet grip and suppleness while keeping rolling speed and durability.

60 TPI nylon casing: A supple but tough casing that Vittoria says improves puncture resistance and impact absorption.

Bead Shield: An extra layer that protects the bead area.

Tubeless Ready: Runs without a tube using sealant. Check Vittoria's hookless compatibility chart if your rims are hookless.

Compatibility

• Fits: 29 in (622 mm) tubeless compatible rims
• How to check yours: Confirm frame and fork clearance for a 2.25 in tire

Specs

• Size: 29 x 2.25
• ETRTO: 55-622
• Weight: 700 g (black sidewall) or 680 g (brown sidewall)
• Casing: 60 TPI nylon
• Compound: Race, Graphene and Silica
• Tubeless: Tubeless Ready

You will also need

• Tubeless setup: Tubeless rim tape, tubeless valve and sealant
• Shop install: OMG's bike shop can mount and seal tubeless tires