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HUTCHINSON KRAKEN 29x2.30 Racing Lab Hardskin Race Ripost XC tire Tubeless Ready Soft Black/Brown
Used in World Cup XC by some of the discipline's best riders, including David Valero (world top 10), the tire HUTCHINSON Kraken Racing Lab 29x2,30...
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Used in World Cup XC by some of the discipline's best riders, including David Valero (world top 10), the tire HUTCHINSON Kraken Racing Lab 29x2,30 Hardskin RaceRipost XC TanWallTubeless Ready Souple is an ultra-high-performance model designed exclusively for competitive Cross-Country on dry and mixed terrain.
The Kraken will delight riders eager for performance and responsiveness, as well as aggressive, committed riding. Its tread has been designed for optimum performance, always in contact with the ground, while the progressive intermediate and lateral studs provide security and are particularly effective on wide rims.
Designed around a sturdy, lightweight and impact-resistant 66 TPI carcass, the Kraken features the RaceRipost XC tread compound dedicated to pure performance, with a hard compound in the middle to guarantee high performance, and a softer compound on the sides for good grip.
This version also features Harskin bead-to-bar reinforcement, providing highly effective protection against cuts, tears, punctures and heavy impacts. The Kraken is ideal for front mounting.
The Kraken will delight riders eager for performance and responsiveness, as well as aggressive, committed riding. Its tread has been designed for optimum performance, always in contact with the ground, while the progressive intermediate and lateral studs provide security and are particularly effective on wide rims.
Designed around a sturdy, lightweight and impact-resistant 66 TPI carcass, the Kraken features the RaceRipost XC tread compound dedicated to pure performance, with a hard compound in the middle to guarantee high performance, and a softer compound on the sides for good grip.
This version also features Harskin bead-to-bar reinforcement, providing highly effective protection against cuts, tears, punctures and heavy impacts. The Kraken is ideal for front mounting.
Ref: 7977540681894
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Ultra-flexible, lightweight 66 TPI carcass, combined with Race Ripost XC tri-tyre for exceptional performance
Linkepattern technology combines lateral studs for maximum grip and a tread pattern for high speed
Handcrafted in France
Harskin reinforcement from bead to bead for maximum protection against punctures
Tested and approved by some of the best XC World Cup riders (Racing Lab label)
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Overall rating: 4.7272725 / 5 from 11 reviews.
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HUTCHINSON KRAKEN tire
"Hello, Mounted front and rear on my SUNN PRIM s1 Carbon the mountain bike is magnificent, easy mounting, performance, grip all good, I understand better its price"
super tires
"easy tubless mounting, nice tires, great grip in the dry, not yet tested in the mud, great ride, will have to see over time how solid it is, but for now it's really not bad".
Kraken tire
"Met my expectations. A little stiff to put on the rim."
Very good front tire
"A tire that offers an amazing compromise between lightness and strength (hardskin). Very easy to mount, the tire provides very good support in the rim (SRAM Roam on my bike). After a lot of training and a few races, the tire convinced me: excellent performance on dry and steep roads, solidity, comfort, central and lateral grip, nice finish (especially in beige). Rather versatile, I combined it with a Toro at the rear, an effective combination for riding in variable seasons. My only negative point is that the tire struggles a little to break in when the mud is sticky, and can therefore quickly lose grip if you don't quickly reach a cleaner section. So far, no premature wear, but I'll need another 3-4 months of intensive use to judge its lifespan."
Versatility and Grip
"Tires with super Grip, and durable for cross-country use. A little heavier than its brethren but super quality and comfortable and Made in FRANCE."
Very good all-round tire!
"Mounted on rear tire, does the job on dry ground as well as in the mud! I recommend."
more versatile than cobra but no substitute for it
"Compared with the cobra I've been using for 10 years, the kraken provides better grip on dry ground in the presence of gravel or small plant debris. Its balloon also brings a plus in comfort, but less than a WTB ranger that I also know. It's a very smooth tire, though a little slower than the cobra, and the same goes for wear, with less rubber on the ground... . Mounted tubeless with preventive, no punctures, no problems."
Perfect behavior!
"Mounted tubeless front and rear, with pressures varying between 1.5 and 1.8, on a semi-rigid with a 100 mm fork, this tire provides real extra comfort. Grip on dry or very dry ground is excellent. Sand, gravel, roots and large stones are no problem. Stability is excellent, and I've always been a fan of thinner sections, but I was blown away by the performance on rolling sections. Not to mention the unique touch provided by the beige sidewalls!"
A pleasant surprise!
"Used in XC, front and rear. The 2.3 format provides good stability on descents. They can withstand very low pressure, they adapt well to the terrain with a grip, especially downhill, very effective. The carcass is resistant, and I've taken good shocks from rocks several times. Not a problem, supple and resistant at the same time!"
