Keith Bontrager on Mountain Bike Tire Development
Keith Bontrager designs all of the mountain tires. So when it comes to tread design, he can provide unique insights and appreciation for mountain bike tires.
Tires
Over the past decade, Bontrager has developed a comprehensive line-up of tires, today producing a selection of tires suitable for just about any condition out on the trail, road or local path. From the puncture-resistant Hardcase collection to the aerodynamic RXL TT to a wide range of off-road treads, Bontrager has a tire to handle it all.
City / Cruiser / Urban
Select Invert Hardcase
$44.99
A great tire for all your road and path adventures, this hybrid-style tire features the added security of Hardcase triple flat protection and a connected center ridge tread design that gives great traction and a smooth ride.
Satellite Elite Hardcase 700c
$39.99 - $44.99
This fast-rolling pavement tire is perfect for all your cross-town urban adventures. Dual-compound tread provides an ideal mixture of all-conditions tractions and longevity. Reflective sidewall increases nighttime visibility. Hardcase technology uses a Kevlar belt, anti-cut casing, and anti-pinch design for unbeatable triple flat protection.
Satellite SL
$39.99 - $42.99
For the fitness rider keen to go farther and faster, this race-inspired hybrid tire features reflective sidewall that help make your after dark excursions safer.
Comfort Hardcase
$39.99
Perfect for paved or cinder trails, the Comfort tire features a smooth-rolling semi-slick center contact patch with edge knobs for cornering traction. Hardcase triple flat protection design provides unbeatable puncture resistance.
Satellite Elite Hardcase 26
$39.99
Dress-up your mountain bike for cross-town urban adventures with this fast-rolling, durable pavement tire. Dual-compound tread provides an ideal mixture of all conditions tractions and longevity. Hardcase technology uses a Kevlar belt, anti-cut casing, and anti-pinch design for unbeatable triple flat protection.
H2 26
$24.99 - $39.99
A durable road tire with a smooth rolling center and great cornering traction for bike path adventures.
H2 700c
$24.99 - $39.99
A durable road tire with a smooth rolling center and great cornering traction for bike path adventures.
H4 26"
$24.99 - $39.99
H4 700C
$24.99 - $39.99
LT3
$24.99 - $39.99
Cruizer
$19.99 - $34.99
A modern take on the classic cruiser tire, the Cruizer Hardcase features Bontrager's triple flat protection technology for unbeatable puncture resistance; an excellent tire for street or path.
Satellite Plus 26
$24.99 - $29.99
Smooth-rolling and durable, the Satellite Plus features a reflective sidewall for improved nighttime visibility and the added protection of an Aramid High Density puncture resistant belt.
Satellite Plus 700c
$24.99 - $29.99
Smooth-rolling and durable, the Satellite Plus features a reflective sidewall for improved nighttime visibility and the added protection of an Aramid High Density puncture resistant belt.
Satellite Galaxy Plus
$24.99 - $29.99
An excellent all-conditions trekking and touring tire, the Satellite Galaxy Plus uses an aramid rubber base for improved puncture resistance and features a versatile tread compound for great traction and low rolling resistance.
Select Invert / Invert K
$18.99 - $28.99
Hank
$26.99
Tackle the concrete jungle with this large volume urban assault tire. Gum-Bi compound provides excellent grip without sacrificing wear.
Satellite
$25.99
Urban Earl
$24.99
A fantastic urban assault tire, Bontrager's Urban Earl uses a multi-durometer, Gum-Bi compound that provides stellar grip without premature wear.
LT3 700C
$24.99
Road Warrior Select Slick
$22.99
Put a little speed into your on-road adventures with this full-slick, fast, pavement-specific tire. Wire bead.
Comfort
$21.99
Same tread and performance characteristics as the Comfort Hardcase, but without the Hardcase.
Nebula
$21.99
Easy-rolling with excellent traction and highly visible thanks to a reflective sidewall, Bontrager's Nebula Plus is long-lasting pavement tire that's perfectly suited for demands of city or suburban use.
Connection
$19.99
A knobby tire with connected center tread, the Connection combines off-road grip with smooth-rolling and quiet on-road performance.
Connection Trail
$19.99
Same tread and performance as the Connection Trail Hardcase, but without the Hardcase.
Connection Hybrid
$19.99
For the hybrid, 29er, or cyclocross rider seeking an economical, mixed-use tire that delivers off-road prowess with on-road manners, look no further than Bontrager's Connection tire. Aggressive knobbies grip the loose stuff while a connected center ridge rolls smoothly.
Satellite Galaxy
$19.99
An excellent all-conditions trekking and touring tire, the Satellite Galaxy features a versatile tread compound for great traction and low rolling resistance.
Cross
Jones Cyclocross
$51.99
With a tread pattern designed by the man himself, these Keith Bontrager inspired cyclocross tires provide outstanding traction and handling and great mud-shedding ability.
Kid's
Connection Trail Kids'
$18.99 - $19.99
A more aggressive Connection tire for kids who ride the trails and the dirt.
Connection Kids'
$19.99
Easy rolling, durable tire that kids can ride on the street or the trail.
SX Kids'
$19.99
Mountain
Jones ACX 29
$49.99 - $59.99
Perfectly suited for front or rear use in all-around off-road conditions, the wide-spaced, reinforced knob design yields improved traction in loose conditions and resists squirm in hard pack.
Jones XR 29
$39.99 - $59.99
A lightweight, front or rear-specific cross country tire, the Jones XR features a directional tread pattern that provides excellent performance on both loose and firm surfaces.
Jones XR Team Issue
$59.99
Created to excel on the fast and not overly technical terrain typical of many World Cup race circuits, Bontrager's Jones XR Team Issue is a no holds barred ultra-light, high-volume, extremely fast-rolling tire designed for the hardest of hardcore racers.
29-3 TLR
$44.99 - $59.99
29-3
$34.99 - $59.99
FR3 29"
$59.99
FR3 26"
$29.99 - $59.99
Mud X TLR 29
$54.99
Specifically designed for muddy conditions, the Mud X's dual compound tread is both fast rolling and provides exceptional grip on wet roots and rocks. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontragerâ??s Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems.
Jones ACX
$29.99 - $51.99
Perfectly suited for front or rear use in all-around off-road conditions, the wide-spaced, reinforced knob design provides improved traction in loose conditions and resist squirm in hard pack.
XDX TLR 29er
$51.99
A fast tire that performs well on a variety of terrain, Bontrager's XDX uses small, closely spaced, well supported knobs to deliver superb traction in loose or dry conditions. Siping on the outer knobs improves traction on wet, slick surfaces, and Tubeless Ready technology lets you enjoy all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel. Front or rear use.
XR1 26"
$46.99 - $51.99
Designed in collaboration with Bontrager-sponsored pro race team riders, the XR1 is an ultra-fast rolling cross country race tire that's ideally suited for dry and dusty condition. Small, tightly spaced knobs provide plenty of fast-rolling traction, while siping (thin slits) across the middle knobs give even more grip on dusty surfaces. Designed for front or rear use.
XR1 29er
$46.99 - $51.99
Designed in collaboration with Bontrager-sponsored pro race team riders, the XR1 is an ultra-fast rolling cross country race tire that's ideally suited for dry and dusty condition. Small, tightly spaced knobs provide plenty of fast-rolling traction, while siping (thin slits) across the middle knobs give even more grip on dusty surfaces. Designed for front or rear use.
Lightweight and fast-rolling, the Super X is an ideal cross-country race tire for dry, hard-pack conditions. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontrager's Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems.
Big Earl TLR ARC
$49.99
Ready for whatever the mountain dishes up, this mid-volume, all-mountain tire features a large contact patch for secure footing and a tread pattern specifically design for dry condition performance. Abrasion resistant casing adds durability with minimal weight penalty. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontrager's Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems.
XDX TLR
$49.99
A fast tire that performs well on a variety of terrain, Bontrager's XDX uses small, closely spaced, well supported knobs to deliver superb traction in loose or dry conditions. Siping on the outer knobs improves traction on wet, slick surfaces, and Tubeless Ready technology lets you enjoy all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel. Front or rear use.
Jones XR Tubeless Ready
$46.99
A lightweight, front-specific cross country tire, the Jones XR features a directional tread pattern that provides excellent performance on both loose and firm surfaces. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontrager's Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems.
Jones ACX TLR
$46.99
Perfectly suited for front or rear use in all-around off-road conditions, the wide-spaced, reinforced knob design yields improved traction in loose conditions and resist squirm in hard pack. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontrager's Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems.
Mud X TLR
$46.99
Specifically designed for muddy conditions, dual compound tread is both fast rolling and provides exceptional grip on wet roots and rocks. Tubeless ready design works in conjunction with Bontrager's Super Juice sealant to provide all the advantages of tubeless while saving nearly 100 grams per wheel compared to conventional tubeless systems. Aramid bead.
Big Earl Folding
$44.99
Land the big air and float down the trail on a set of confidence-inspiring Big Earl tires. A big tire for maintaining big momentum over big obstacles, the Big Earl's special Gum-bi tread compound is the ideal blend of superb grip and long-wearing, fast-rolling durability. Tread pattern designed specifically for dry conditions.
Big Earl SCC
$44.99
With the added benefit of a Stability Control Casing, the Big Earl SCC provides improved performance when riding at low tire pressure in wet conditions. By adding a butyl stiffener to the tire sidewall, SCC stiffens the casing and reduces the tire squirm typically associated with running low pressure. The end result: all the traction benefits of riding low pressure without compromising tracking performance. Wire bead. Available in 26x2.5 or 26x2.7.
Connection Trail Hardcase
$39.99
Suitable for both off road and on road use, the triple flat protection of a Kevlar belt, anti-cut casing, and anti-pinch technology make the Connection Trail an ideal mixed-use tire. Wire bead.
LT3
$24.99 - $39.99
Revolt Super X
$29.99 - $31.99
Lightweight and fast-rolling, the Super X is an ideal cross-country race tire for dry, hard-pack conditions.
Jones XR
$24.99
A lightweight, front or rear-specific cross country tire, the Jones XR features a directional tread pattern that provides excellent performance on both loose and firm surfaces.
Earl
$24.99
Be ready for big hits with this big volume, big grip tire. Special Gum-bi dual compound tire tread uses softer, sticky rubber on the tire edges for cornering traction and harder rubber in the center for durability and faster rolling.
LT3 700C
$24.99
Big Kahuna
$19.99
Take charge of the trail with the big beefy knobs and aggressive tread pattern that make the Big Kahuna well suited for even the most demanding off-road excursions.
Road
Race XXX Lite Tubular
$89.99
A tubular version of Bontrager's flagship XXX clincher tire, the XXX Tubular is designed for the high-speed performance demands of racing. With an extremely supple, handmade 290 tpi casing, the XXX provides great road feel while also being very lightweight. Kevlar reinforced high Silica content tread blends low rolling resistance with race-day puncture protection.
Race X Lite Pro Tubular
$79.99
A true high-performance racing tubular, Bontrager's X Lite Pro features an extremely supple 290tpi cotton casing that's reinforced with Kevlar for cut resistance. Durable silica tread compound is fast rolling without sacrificing traction.
Race X Lite Pro
$64.99
Fly down the road on light and supple Race X Lite Pro tires. A handmade 290 tpi polycotton casing gives these tires a great road feel and the silica tread compound provides excellent traction but still rolls fast.
Race XXX Lite
$64.99
Designed for the high speed performance demands of racing, the Race XXX Lite Race Day tire features an extremely supple, handmade 290 tpi casing that provides great road feel while also being very light weight. High Silica content, dual-compound tread blends performance with low rolling resistance and a puncture resistant belt helps protect against flats.
Race X Lite Aero TT
$59.99
Maximize your aerodynamic advantage with these specially designed aero tires that feature a unique wing design to improve airflow over the tire-rim surface and reduce speed-sucking turbulence. The dual compound silica/carbon blend provides incredible performance and longevity.
Race X Lite AC
$54.99
Combining high-performance with excellent durability, the Race X Lite AC is a superb all-conditions tire. The special A-casing gives increased abrasion resistance while the dual-compound tread combines low rolling resistance with good grip in both wet and dry conditions.
All Weather Road
$29.99 - $54.99
- All Weather compounds - Advanced tread design with rain shedding siping and patterns - Sub-tread puncture protection on all models
Race X Lite
$49.99
Fast rolling and with a long-lasting silica tread compound, the Race X Lite's 120 tpi casing provides both a supple ride and increased puncture protection.
Race X Lite Hardcase
$49.99
Protect yourself from flats without sacrificing performance using the trusted training tire of the Astana Pro Cycling Team. Featuring the triple flat protection of Bontrager's Hardcase technology, Race X Lite Hardcase tires use a lightweight 120 tpi casing and dual-compound tread to keep rolling resistance low and performance high.
Race Lite
$24.99 - $39.99
With its lightweight 60 tpi casing and dual-compound construction for minimal rolling resistance, long life, and excellent grip, the Race Lite is both a high performance tire and an excellent value.
Race Lite Hardcase
$39.99
Dramatically reduce the risk of flatting with the triple flat protection of Race Lite Hardcase tires: the bead-to-bead woven construction reduces sidewall cuts; anti-pinch ribs eliminate pinch flats; and a Kevlar belt provides outstanding puncture resistance.
Race Lite Tubular
$39.99
An outstanding training tire that's also suitable for racing, Bontrager's Race Lite Tubular features a supple 120tpi casing that delivers a superb road feel. Extremely durable, the Race Lite uses lightweight vulcanized rubber for excellent traction and long-wearing performance.
Race Lite HD
$27.99 - $29.99
With impressive tread life and excellent puncture resistance, the Race Lite HD is an excellent training tire and an outstanding value.
Select K
$19.99 - $24.99
An excellent training tire, Bontrager Select K tires feature a slick tread design that minimizes rolling resistance and provides excellent wet weather grip. A Kevlar belt under the tread improves puncture protection.
Select
$15.99 - $17.99
Sport
$12.99
Tubes
Race X Lite
$9.99 - $14.99
Improve the performance of your bike by reducing rotational weight with X Lite tubes. 0.6mm wall thickness.
Race XXX Lite
$9.99 - $14.99
Replacing your standard tubes with XXX Lite tubes is an easy and economical way to reduce the rotational weight of your wheels, which translates into quicker wheel acceleration and improved endurance. 0.45mm wall thickness.
Self Sealing
$9.99 - $12.99
Protect yourself from flats with these specially-designed tubes that instantly seal small hole punctures. 0.9mm wall thickness.
Standard
$4.99 - $12.99
Premium-quality butyl rubber tube. 0.9mm wall thickness.
Thorn Resistant
$11.99
Protect yourself from flats with Bontrager Thorn Resistant tubes. Asymmetric design uses thicker rubber on the thread side and thinner rubber elsewhere, which saves weight without lessening puncture protection. 4.1mm wall thickness (tread side).
Hardcase Triple Puncture Protection
Hardcase tires provide the best in puncture protection. It offers triple puncture protection to guard against the most common causes of flats - punctures, cuts through the casing and pinch flats.
Tubeless Ready Technology
Tubeless Ready (TR) technology is the latest innovation from Keith Bontrager's garage. Designed to improve upon existing tubeless systems, Tubeless Ready tires offer a secure bead to rim interface like standard tubeless tires, but are 100 grams lighter per tire. They work in conjunction with sealant to provide a lightweight seal and flat protection that significantly improves performance.
World's Fastest Tire
The Race X Lite Aero TT — or what we refer to as the world's fastest tire — is just that. We set out to create a tire that excelled in aerodynamics and in rolling resistance. Like all of our tires, we put this tire up against the competition and it did not disappoint.
Revolt Super X Tires Earn 4 out fo 5 Stars on BikeRadar
BikeRadar tests out a pair of Tubeless Ready Revolt Super X tires and give them four out of five stars.
Race Lite Wheels & Race X Lite Pro Tires Get Hammered by PezCycling News
Pezcyclingnews.com's Charles Manantan recently put miles on a set of Bontrager Race Lite wheels outfitted with of Race X Lite Pro rubber on his gorgeous custom bike (which has some custom-painted Bontrager components).
Jones XR TLR Tires Reviewed on Bicycling.com
Mountain Bike Magazine's executive editor Michael Frank takes a pair of Bontrager's Jones XR tubeless ready tires for a spin in the punishing riding conditions of the Northeast, a challenge for any tire to stand up to.
Mud X Tires Earn 4.5 of 5 Stars on BikeRadar
Guy Kesteven of BikeRadar raves about a pair of Bontrager Mud X Tubeless Ready tires.
Race X Lite stems earn 4 of 5 stars on BikeRadar.com
BikeRadar's Guy Kesteven rides the Bontrager Race X Lite stem and provides a rating of 4 of 5 stars.
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