Ritchey Comp Alpine JB Folding Gravel Tyre

Cycles UK £34.00 Go to Cycles UK First seen in Nov 2023

Description

The Alpine JB enjoys a 120 TPI, is tubeless-ready and employs the unique VFA tread design - a pattern thats mostly recessed in the rubber of the tyre, rather than relying on protruding knobs more commonly found on such tyres. Thanks to the inverse tread, rolling resistance is smoother compared to traditional knobby tires, yet grip and confidence remain inherent features. An added benefit is that the Alpine JBe is more durable because there are no knobs to wear down. Jobst Brandt was an important figure in Tom Ritcheys life. Along with Toms father, who was also a cyclist, Jobst was an important mentor for Tom - faithfully sharing his vast engineering wisdom while also actively influencing Toms riding. Bound only to the thrill of experience and exploration, for decades Jobsts and Toms tyres rode over more than a few different surfaces on any given ride. Its these adventures with Jobst that helped inspire the Alpine JB tyre.This unique bicycle tyre is built to ride wherever your two-wheel...