CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35 2022 vs
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022

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
  • Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35
  • Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is best)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts



Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand PanaracerSpecialized
Model GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Year 20222022
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range HighVery High
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Manufacturer Part Number RF735-GK-B00022-4451
EAN
TPI -120
Compound ZSGGripton T5/T7
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 35-62242-622
Specified Weight 310 grams435 grams
Min Air Pressure psi35 psi
Max Air Pressure 70 psi65 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers 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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Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35 2022
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
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Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35 2022
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
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Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35 2022
Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022
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Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42 2022

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Specified Weight 310 grams435 grams
Measured Weight 315 grams438 grams
Measured Width Casing 35 mm (un-round)41 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 35 mm40 mm
Measured Height 32 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.1 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.2 mm1.2 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 1.80 mm2.30 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 GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Spin Up Video No VideoYouTube
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 35 mm41 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
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 bar
Extra 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)
Model GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Total Puncture Score Tread 32 Points47 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 1.8 mm2.3 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 GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Wet Grip Average 61 Points78 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.1 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.2 mm1.2 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 GravelKing TLC 35S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
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Verdict Highly RecommendedHighly Recommended
Rating 4.1 / 55.0 / 5
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  • Panaracer GravelKing TLC 35
  • Specialized S-Works Pathfinder 2Bliss Ready 42
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts