CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021 vs
Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44 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
  • Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38
  • Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is best)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts

Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand Rene HerseRene Herse
Model Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Year 20212022
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range Very HighVery High
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Manufacturer Part Number RF738TC-LX-CPRF744TC-LX-CP
EAN
TPI --
Compound -
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 38-62244-622
Specified Weight 385 grams375 grams
Min Air Pressure psi psi
Max Air Pressure 75 psi75 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 38-622 (700x38c)44-622 (700x44c)
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Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44 2022
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Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44 2022
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Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38 2021
Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44 2022
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Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44 2022

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Specified Weight 385 grams375 grams
Measured Weight 379 grams364 grams
Measured Width Casing 38 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 37 mm40 mm
Measured Height 36 mm (un-round)37 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm0.1 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.1 mm0.2 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.70 mm2.50 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 Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Spin Up Video YouTubeNo Video
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 38 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
Members 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 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
20.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00612
(36 psi / 2.6 bar)
17.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00522
(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
23.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00707
(27 psi / 1.9 bar)
19.9 Watts
CRR: 0.00597
(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 Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Total Puncture Score Tread 31 Points34 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 2.7 mm2.5 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 Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Wet Grip Average 63 Points60 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm0.1 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 0.1 mm0.2 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 Barlow Pass TC 38Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Full Review Full ReviewFull Review
Verdict RecommendedRecommended
Rating 3.5 / 54.0 / 5
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  • Rene Herse Barlow Pass TC 38
  • Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass TC 44
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts