CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40 2024 vs
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022 vs
Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40 2025

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
  • Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40
  • Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
  • Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is best)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts

Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand HutchinsonSpecializedSpecialized
Model Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
Year 202420222025
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km0 km
Price Range HighVery HighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number PV53264100022-445100025-4492
EAN 0196625207969
TPI 12712060
Compound Mach Tread 3.0Gripton T5/T7Gripton T2/T5
Bead FoldingFoldingFolding
ETRTO 40-62242-62240-622
Specified Weight 475 grams435 grams470 grams
Min Air Pressure psi35 psi30 psi
Max Air Pressure 51 psi65 psi65 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 40-622 (700x40c)42-622 (700x42c)35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
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Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40 2024
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40 2025
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Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40 2024
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40 2025
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Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40 2024
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40 2025
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Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40 2024
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40 2025

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
Specified Weight 475 grams435 grams470 grams
Measured Weight 464 grams438 grams449 grams
Measured Width Casing 40 mm (un-round)41 mm (un-round)38 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 41 mm40 mm39 mm
Measured Height 37 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)35 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.0 mm0.0 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.3 mm1.2 mm1.5 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.30 mm2.30 mm3.10 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Members OnlyMembers 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 Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 40 mm41 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 barHigh Air Pressure		 Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
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 barMedium Air Pressure		 Members OnlyMembers 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 barLow Air Pressure		 13.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00408
(33 psi / 2.3 bar)		20.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00606
(33 psi / 2.3 bar)		20.8 Watts
CRR: 0.00624
(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 barExtra Low Air Pressure		 16.7 Watts
CRR: 0.00501
(25 psi / 1.7 bar)		24.0 Watts
CRR: 0.00719
(25 psi / 1.7 bar)		23.8 Watts
CRR: 0.00713
(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 Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
Total Puncture Score Tread 37 Points47 Points44 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.3 mm2.3 mm3.1 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
Wet Grip Average 79 Points78 Points76 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.0 mm0.0 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.3 mm1.2 mm1.5 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 Caracal Race TLR 40S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42Pathfinder TLR 40
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Verdict Highly RecommendedHighly RecommendedRecommended
Rating 5.0 / 55.0 / 53.7 / 5
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  • Hutchinson Caracal Race TLR 40
  • Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
  • Specialized Pathfinder TLR 40
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts