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Hutchinson just announced two fresh additions to its Blackbird lineup: the Blackbird Race and Blackbird All Season. Whether hunting podiums or grinding winter base miles, Hutchinson says these new models bring WorldTour-level speed, grip, and durability to every ride. (Images:Hutchinson) Blackbird Race: Pure Speed, Refined
The Blackbird Race is Hutchinson’s fastest road tire. We covered the BlackBird last year and were pleasantly surprised by its dry and wet weather grip. The race-focused Blackbird design has the same DNA as the original Blackbird but is fine-tuned for even lower rolling resistance and reduced weight; this one’s race-day ready straight out of the box. Hutchinson Blackbird Race Hutchinson Blackbird Race made in france We’ve seen Hutchinson do this before, first with the Python 3 XC tire , which offered a race-only option. More recently, the Caracal Gravel Tire offered a premium version of the ultra-fast design. Hutchinson Blackbird Race header Engineered for the Fastest Riders
Developed alongside WorldTour team Intermarché-Wanty, the Blackbird Race already boasts an Olympic gold medal—British triathlete Alex Yee rode an early prototype to victory in Paris 2024. Every detail has been dialed to balance speed, grip, and puncture resistance without compromise. New Ultraswift casing: A 22% lighter rubberized fabric and 23% thinner center section make for a more supple, race-tuned ride.
Optimized tubeless construction: The airtight bead-to-protection-layer bond improves ride quality while reducing weight.
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