PROTEK CROSS vs Rambler review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Michelin PROTEK CROSS vs Maxxis Rambler tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Michelin and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Michelin PROTEK CROSS is better for city activities, Maxxis Rambler is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to gravel activities.

PROTEK CROSS

Rambler

Thanks to the new generation of 1mm reinforcement offering effective anti-puncture protection

Explore on and off-road in all conditions

All-purpose dirt and gravel tire

Thanks to the new generation of 1mm reinforcement offering effective anti-puncture protection

Category: Gravel

Features

SilkShield or EXO puncture protection
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
Dual compound
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Usage

urban

trekking

Usage

Hard pack

Loose over hard

Technologies

Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.
SilkShield SilkShield offers protection from bead to bead whereas Silkworm is found under the tread only. SilkShield provides an additional level of protection for sidewalls as well as under the tread.
EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.

Specifications

650

Part #: TB00172000
Size: 650X47B Etrto: 47-584 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 524 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00172100
Size: 650X47B Etrto: 47-584 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 588 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

700

Part #: TB00200700
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 38-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 397 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00333800
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 38-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 423 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00200800
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 38-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 440 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00195800
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 440 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00329600
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 466 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00200500
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 477 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00143200
Size: 700X45C Etrto: 45-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 516 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00143100
Size: 700X45C Etrto: 45-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 562 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00172600
Size: 700X50C Etrto: 50-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 618 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00172700
Size: 700X50C Etrto: 50-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 675 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL