New Goodyear XPLR tyres
Just as Zipp announced new road-going tyres in partnership with Goodyear recently, it has now launched a fresh tyre collaboration for the 303 XPLR.
The new Goodyear XPLR comes in two flavours – the dry-weather XPLR Slick and the versatile, mixed-conditions XPLR Inter.
The Inter is available in a 700x45c size and is designed to inflate to 45mm wide on the 303 XPLR rim.
It comes with a close tread pattern at the centre to provide low rolling resistance. The bigger and more widely spaced outside blocks are there to help cut through less optimal surface conditions and provide grip through corners.
The sidewalls use Goodyear’s M:Wall construction, which it claims helps provide puncture protection against cuts and pinch flats, enabling the rider to get away with the lowest possible air pressure.
The tyre is still claimed to be supple and compliant, with an M:Wall protected casing, and lightweight at 525g.
The 700x40c XPLR Slick is designed to measure up at exactly 40mm wide, mounted on the 303 XPLR rim, and has a fully slick centre section for the fastest rolling speed on smoother surfaces and dry conditions.
Tread texture and cornering blocks are claimed to ensure a high level of confidence in corners.
Like the Inter, it’s claimed to have a light, supple carcass enhanced by M:Wall reinforcements.
Both models use Goodyear’s Dynamic:UHP compound, which is claimed to help improve grip and lower rolling resistance. Both also feature the Goodyear/Zipp-designed ‘Dual Angle’ bead, which is said to provide secure retention on the hookless XPLR rims.
Zipp and Goodyear state the Goodyear XPLR tyres should only be used when mounted to 303 XPLR wheelsets.