POWER ROAD TLR vs Overdrive review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Michelin POWER ROAD TLR vs Maxxis Overdrive tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Michelin and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Michelin POWER ROAD TLR is better for road activities, Maxxis Overdrive is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to hybrid activities.

POWER ROAD TLR

Overdrive

More rolling efficiency. With Tubeless Ready technology you improve your performance and are more efficient.
More robustness. Thanks to its 4x120 TPI casing which improves the robustness of the tyre and offers more comfort at low pressure.
More longevity. Thanks to the X-Race Compound designed to optimize the wear of the tread.

MICHELIN'S ADVICE

Disc Brake Ready technology allows the tire to withstand the extra braking of bicycles with disc brakes thanks to a specially adapted rubber

The first tubeless road tire from Michelin

For all-weather trekking and commuting

More rolling efficiency. With Tubeless Ready technology you improve your performance and are more efficient. More robustness. Thanks to its 4x120 TPI casing which improves the robustness of the tyre and offers more comfort at low pressure. More longevity. Thanks to the X-Race Compound designed to optimize the wear of the tread. MICHELIN'S ADVICE Disc Brake Ready technology allows the tire to withstand the extra braking of bicycles with disc brakes thanks to a specially adapted rubber

Created to meet the demands of the European trekking market, the Overdrive has a grooved slick design for all-weather application, as well as a K2 breaker to provide excellent protection from encounters

Features

K2 Puncture Protection
Reflective stripe
City/touring tire
Grooved slick design – front or rear

Usage

racing

training

Usage

Technologies

MaxxShield MaxxShield represents the ultimate in flat protection. We begin with our SilkShield bead-to-bead protection and add our K2 (Aramid Composite) layer under the tread for unparalleled durability.
K2 Available in select tires, this Maxxis-exclusive fabric provides greater puncture protection than aramid. The addition of this lightweight and supple material ensures that ride quality and performance remain unsurpassed.

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB90905100
Size: 27.5X1.65 Etrto: 42-584 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 535 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 80 Tech: SILKWORM/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID

700

Part #: TB95688700
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 544 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 75 Tech: K2/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID