CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35 2022 vs
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
Contents and Test Summary
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size and Weight Measurements
- Rolling Resistance Test Results
- Puncture Resistance Test Results
- Static Grip Test Results
- Conclusion
- Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35
- Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
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Manufacturer Specifications
Manufacturer Specifications | ||
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Brand | Panaracer | Specialized |
Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Year | 2022 | 2022 |
Supplied By | Bought in store | Bought in store |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
New or Used | New | New |
Mileage | 0 km | 0 km |
Price Range | High | Very High |
Buy At | Ad Amazon.com | |
Manufacturer Part Number | RF735-GK-B | 00022-4451 |
EAN | ||
TPI | - | 120 |
Compound | ZSG | Gripton T5/T7 |
Bead | Folding | Folding |
ETRTO | 35-622 | 42-622 |
Specified Weight | 310 grams | 435 grams |
Min Air Pressure | psi | 35 psi |
Max Air Pressure | 70 psi | 65 psi |
Made In | Members Only | Members Only |
Available Sizes | 32-622 (700x32c) 35-622 (700x35c) 40-622 (700x38c) 38-584 (650bx38) 42-584 (650bx42) 48-584 (650bx48) | 42-622 (700x42c) |
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Size and Weight Measurements
Size and Weight Measurements | ||
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Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Specified Weight | 310 grams | 435 grams |
Measured Weight | 315 grams | 438 grams |
Measured Width Casing | 35 mm (un-round) | 41 mm (un-round) |
Measured Width Tread | 35 mm | 40 mm |
Measured Height | 32 mm (un-round) | 40 mm (un-round) |
Measured Knob Height Center | 0.1 mm | 0.0 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 0.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
Measured Casing Thickness Center | 1.80 mm | 2.30 mm |
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall | Members Only | Members 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 | ||
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Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Spin Up Video | No Video | YouTube |
Inner Tube | None (30 ml sealant) | None (30 ml sealant) |
Measured Width | 35 mm | 41 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 Only | Members 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 Only | Members 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 |
16.6 Watts CRR: 0.00498 (40 psi / 2.8 bar) | 20.2 Watts CRR: 0.00606 (33 psi / 2.3 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 |
19.8 Watts CRR: 0.00594 (30 psi / 2.1 bar) | 24.0 Watts CRR: 0.00719 (25 psi / 1.7 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) | ||
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Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Total Puncture Score Tread | 32 Points | 47 Points |
Total Puncture Score Sidewall | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Tread Total Tire Thickness | 1.8 mm | 2.3 mm |
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness | Members Only | Members Only |
Static Grip Test Results
Static Grip Test Results (higher is better) | ||
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Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Wet Grip Average | 61 Points | 78 Points |
Wet Grip Center | Members Only | Members Only |
Wet Grip Edge | Members Only | Members Only |
Measured Knob Height Center | 0.1 mm | 0.0 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 0.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 CX/Gravel grip test rim width = 23.0 mm |
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Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info) | ||
Conclusion
Conclusion | ||
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Model | GravelKing TLC 35 | S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
Verdict | Highly Recommended | Highly Recommended |
Rating | 4.1 / 5 | 5.0 / 5 |
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- Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35
- Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts