What technology does it use in its construction? Michelin's Protek Max is available in a Standard compound focusing on longevity and performance, teamed with a the improved Max Protection casing reinforced 3x30TPI carcass. The 5mm protective layer to the crown delivers superior protection and confidence against road debris during daily use. What is the intended use? Designed predominently as a city tyre, the Michelin Protek Max excels across a range of paved surfaces and light off-road terrain, in all weathers, with confidence as a result of the superior puncture and abrasion reinforcement to the crown. The E-Bike ready tyre features a reflective sidewall strip aiding visibility in low light and a progressive sipe all-terrain tread profile offering excellent grip, whilst robust enough to tackle undulated off-road pathways. Our verdict More puncture protection compared to it's sibling the Protek, meaning more miles and exploration with more confidence.