CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36 2021 vs
Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021

Contents and Test Summary

  1. Manufacturer Specifications
  2. Size and Weight Measurements
  3. Rolling Resistance Test Results
  4. Puncture Resistance Test Results
  5. Static Grip Test Results
  6. Conclusion
  • Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36
  • Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is best)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts



Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand ChallengeRene Herse
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
Year 20212021
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range Very HighVery High
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Manufacturer Part Number 00542RF738TC-LX-CP
EAN 8855627005424
TPI 260-
Compound -
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 36-62238-622
Specified Weight 375 grams385 grams
Min Air Pressure 30 psi psi
Max Air Pressure 50 psi75 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 30-622 (700x30c)
33-622 (700x33c)
36-622 (700x36c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
38-622 (700x38c)
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Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36 2021
Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
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Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36 2021
Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
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Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36 2021
Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
Specified Weight 375 grams385 grams
Measured Weight 393 grams379 grams
Measured Width Casing 35 mm (un-round)38 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 35 mm37 mm
Measured Height 31 mm (un-round)36 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm0.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.2 mm0.1 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.60 mm2.70 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Members OnlyMembers Only
All size measurements are taken at low air pressure on a 17.8 mm inner width rim.

Rolling Resistance Test Results


Rolling Resistance Test Results
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
Spin Up Video YouTubeYouTube
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 35 mm38 mm
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 66 psi/4.6 bar
33-35 = 60 psi/4.1 bar
36-38 = 54 psi/3.7 bar
39-42 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
43-46 = 46 psi/3.2 bar
47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
High Air Pressure
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Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 55 psi/3.8 bar
33-35 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
36-38 = 45 psi/3.1 bar
39-42 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
43-46 = 38 psi/2.6 bar
47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 bar
Medium Air Pressure
Members OnlyMembers Only
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 44 psi/3.0 bar
33-35 = 40 psi/2.8 bar
36-38 = 36 psi/2.6 bar
39-42 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
43-46 = 31 psi/2.1 bar
47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 bar
Low Air Pressure
15.7 Watts
CRR: 0.00471
(40 psi / 2.8 bar)
20.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00612
(36 psi / 2.6 bar)
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
33-35 = 30 psi/2.1 bar
36-38 = 27 psi/1.9 bar
39-42 = 25 psi/1.7 bar
43-46 = 23 psi/1.6 bar
47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 bar
Extra Low Air Pressure
19.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00576
(30 psi / 2.1 bar)
23.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00707
(27 psi / 1.9 bar)
The CX/Gravel section is a multi tire size section, air pressures have been adjusted to the measured casing width.

All numbers are for a single tire at a speed of 29 km/h / 18 mph and a load of 42.5 kg / 94 lbs.

Use the formula: RR (Watts) = CRR * speed (m/s) * load (N) to calculate rolling resistance at a given speed and load.

Puncture Resistance Test Results


Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better)
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
Total Puncture Score Tread 45 Points31 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.6 mm2.7 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
Wet Grip Average 58 Points63 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm0.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.2 mm0.1 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100
CX/Gravel grip test rim width = 23.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion


Conclusion
Model Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36Barlow Pass TC 38
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Verdict Highly RecommendedRecommended
Rating 5.0 / 53.5 / 5
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  • Challenge Strada Bianca Pro HTLR 36
  • Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts