CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022 vs
WTB Riddler TCS Light 37 2020




Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand TufoWTB
Model Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
Year 20222020
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 -W010-0694
EAN 8592723054894
TPI 210/37560
Compound -Dual DNA
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 40-62237-622
Specified Weight 430 grams465 grams
Min Air Pressure 30 psi30 psi
Max Air Pressure 70 psi55 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 36-622 (700x36c)
40-622 (700x40c)
44-622 (700x44c)
37-622 (700x37c)
44-622 (700x45c)
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Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022
WTB Riddler TCS Light 37 2020
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Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022
WTB Riddler TCS Light 37 2020
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
Specified Weight 430 grams465 grams
Measured Weight 460 grams446 grams
Measured Width Casing 38 mm (un-round)35 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 40 mm36 mm
Measured Height 35 mm (un-round)33 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 1.5 mm1.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.1 mm2.8 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 1.80 mm2.10 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 Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 38 mm35 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
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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
17.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00522
(36 psi / 2.6 bar)
22.8 Watts
CRR: 0.00683
(40 psi / 2.8 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
20.0 Watts
CRR: 0.00600
(27 psi / 1.9 bar)
26.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00785
(30 psi / 2.1 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 Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
Total Puncture Score Tread 33 Points24 Points
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Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness 1.8 mm2.1 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 Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
Wet Grip Average 72 Points64 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 1.5 mm1.2 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.1 mm2.8 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 Gravel Thundero 40Riddler TCS Light 37
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Verdict Highly RecommendedRecommended
Rating 5.0 / 53.0 / 5
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