hutchinson kraken
RLAB MTB Tyre
Designed for off-road versatility, this MTB tyre offers strong and dependable performance as you shred the trails. It features specifically tuned rubber durometers that promote low rolling resistance and an increased grip. This makes it perfect for fast-paced trail-riding and weaving between corners.
Handmade in France, this model is also tubeless-ready so it can be used without any inner tube, allowing you to benefit from its fantastic stability as well as its reduced weight.
what are we looking at.
This is the latest addition to the Hutchinson’s XC / Trail range, the Kraken Racing Lab is the remarkable result of close collaboration between designers, engineers and XC Hutchinson athletes. The objective is to develop a fast, agile and reassuring tyre thanks to the addition of high lateral knobs to allow maximum confidence in cornering or rough terrain.
The architecture of the Kraken’s knobs has been inspired by the Skeleton, the ultimate tyre in terms of performance. Developed in 29 x 2.30, the volume of the Kraken allows to go down in pressure to bring a maximum of comfort and serenity in the most chaotic parts.
Available in two constructions, ultra-light 127 TPI or ultra-versatile 66 TPI coupled with Hardskin® bead-to-bead reinforcement, the Kraken Racing Lab will meet the needs of pure performance addicts as well as XC Marathon competitors or Trail enthusiasts.
specs.
Tubeless Ready: Yes
Size: 29x2.30
Bead Type: Folding bead
TPI: Ultra-light: 127 TPI; Ultra-versatile: 66 TPI
Casing: Hardskin (HS) and Sideskin (SS) options available
Compatibility: Fits tubeless rims with no inner tube and also standard rims with inner tube
Handmade in France
Weight: 800g
champion analysis.
David Valero
MMR Racing Team
Hutchinson has succeded in developing a tyre that adapts to all types of terrain. The user will beneft from a tyre that combines great durability and a very good grip. Their adaptation to new 30mm wide rims is remarkable. Without a doubt, the new Kraken will be a tough competitor for the tyres that currently lead the market.
