Gravel is booming and competitions are popping up like mushrooms. Despite how new they are, gravel races are of a very high level - high enough that your choice of gear could be essential to secure a win. With the Cinturato Gravel RC from Pirelli, winning will just come down to skill. Speed and control This tyre is based on the SpeedGRIP compound, which originated from rally races. This compound is especially flexible to ensure great control and grip. Nubs are placed strategically on the tyre to increase its grip in corners and on climbs without massively increasing rolling resistance. Reliability To finish first, you need to manage to reach the finish line at all. So of course the reliability of your tyres is essential during races. This tyre's TechWALL casing makes it very reliable, because this casing has its origins in mountain biking and protects against damage from sharp rocks or branches. Even so, the sidewall remains flexible due to the 120 TPI material used across the entire length of the tyre.