CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
WTB Nano TCS Light 40 2020 vs
WTB Resolute TCS Light 42 2021
Contents and Test Summary
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size and Weight Measurements
- Rolling Resistance Test Results
- Puncture Resistance Test Results
- Static Grip Test Results
- Conclusion
- WTB Nano TCS Light 40
- WTB Resolute TCS Light 42
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Manufacturer Specifications
Manufacturer Specifications | ||
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Brand | WTB | WTB |
Model | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Year | 2020 | 2021 |
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 | High |
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Manufacturer Part Number | W010-0692 | W010-0681 |
EAN | ||
TPI | 60 | 60 |
Compound | Dual DNA | Dual DNA |
Bead | Folding | Folding |
ETRTO | 40-622 | 42-622 |
Specified Weight | 497 grams | 460 grams |
Min Air Pressure | 25 psi | 30 psi |
Max Air Pressure | 50 psi | 60 psi |
Made In | Members Only | Members Only |
Available Sizes | 40-622 (700x40c) | 42-622 (700x42c) |
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Size and Weight Measurements
Size and Weight Measurements | ||
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Model | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Specified Weight | 497 grams | 460 grams |
Measured Weight | 480 grams | 484 grams |
Measured Width Casing | 40 mm (un-round) | 42 mm (un-round) |
Measured Width Tread | 38 mm | 40 mm |
Measured Height | 40 mm (un-round) | 39 mm (un-round) |
Measured Knob Height Center | 2.9 mm | 2.0 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 2.5 mm | 2.0 mm |
Measured Casing Thickness Center | 2.10 mm | 2.00 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 | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Spin Up Video | YouTube | YouTube |
Inner Tube | None (30 ml sealant) | None (30 ml sealant) |
Measured Width | 40 mm | 42 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 |
25.8 Watts CRR: 0.00773 (33 psi / 2.3 bar) | 24.8 Watts CRR: 0.00743 (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 |
28.5 Watts CRR: 0.00854 (25 psi / 1.7 bar) | 27.6 Watts CRR: 0.00827 (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 | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Total Puncture Score Tread | 23 Points | 20 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 | 2.1 mm | 2 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 | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Wet Grip Average | 61 Points | 65 Points |
Wet Grip Center | Members Only | Members Only |
Wet Grip Edge | Members Only | Members Only |
Measured Knob Height Center | 2.9 mm | 2.0 mm |
Measured Knob Height Edge | 2.5 mm | 2.0 mm |
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 CX/Gravel grip test rim width = 23.0 mm |
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Conclusion
Conclusion | ||
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Model | Nano TCS Light 40 | Resolute TCS Light 42 |
Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
Verdict | Recommended | Recommended |
Rating | 3.0 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 |
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- WTB Nano TCS Light 40
- WTB Resolute TCS Light 42
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