WILD GRIP'R2 vs High Road SL review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Michelin WILD GRIP'R2 vs Maxxis High Road SL tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Michelin and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Michelin WILD GRIP'R2 is better for mtb activities, Maxxis High Road SL is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to road activities.

WILD GRIP'R2

High Road SL

Thanks to tread block reinforcements and its 60 TPI casing

The trail tire for riders who are looking for grip on mixed terrain

Our lightest and fastest road tire

Thanks to tread block reinforcements and its 60 TPI casing

The Maxxis High Road SL is our lightest and fastest road racing tire, ever. Our HYPR-S compound decreases rolling resistance by 12% compared to the standard High Road.

Features

170 TPI casing
HYPR-S compound
K2 puncture protection beneath tread

Usage

cross country

Usage

Race

Technologies

HYPR-S Compound Building on the success of the HYPR compound which debuted on the original High Road, the new HYPR-S compound retains exceptional grip while decreasing rolling resistance by a further 12% compared to HYPR.
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

700

Part #: TB00263700
Size: 700X23C Etrto: 23-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 168 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 130 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD

Part #: TB00268800
Size: 700X25C Etrto: 25-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 174 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 120 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD

Part #: TB00343500
Size: 700X28C Etrto: 28-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 180 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 120 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD