CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023 vs
Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42 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
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45
  • Specialized Pathfinder Pro 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 PirelliSpecialized
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Year 20232021
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range HighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number 383499900019-4413
EAN 8019227383409
TPI 120120
Compound SpeedGRIPGripton
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 45-62242-622
Specified Weight 570 grams540 grams
Min Air Pressure 36 psi50 psi
Max Air Pressure 65 psi80 psi
Made In Pro DataPro Data
Available Sizes 35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
50-622 (700x50c)
45-584 (650x45b)
50-584 (650x50b)
38-622 (700x38c)
42-622 (700x42c)
47-622 (700x47c)
47-584 (700x650b)
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42 2021
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42 2021
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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45 2023
Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42 2021
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Specified Weight 570 grams540 grams
Measured Weight 564 grams573 grams
Measured Width Casing 45 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 45 mm41 mm
Measured Height 43 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 1.9 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.2 mm2.4 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.10 mm2.30 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Pro DataPro Data
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 Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Spin Up Video YouTubeYouTube
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 45 mm40 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
Pro DataPro Data
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
Pro DataPro Data
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
21.7 Watts
CRR: 0.00650
(31 psi / 2.1 bar)
20.3 Watts
CRR: 0.00609
(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
Pro DataPro Data
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 Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Total Puncture Score Tread 31 Points48 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Pro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro Data
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.1 mm2.3 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro Data
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro Data
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Pro DataPro Data

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Wet Grip Average 75 Points78 Points
Wet Grip Center Pro DataPro Data
Wet Grip Edge Pro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 1.9 mm0.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.2 mm2.4 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 Cinturato Gravel M 45Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
Verdict Highly RecommendedRecommended
Rating 4.1 / 54.0 / 5
Buy At
  • Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 45
  • Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 42
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts