CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
WTB Nano TCS Light 40 2020 vs
WTB Resolute TCS Light 42 2021




Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand WTBWTB
Model Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
Year 20202021
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 W010-0692W010-0681
EAN
TPI 6060
Compound Dual DNADual DNA
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 40-62242-622
Specified Weight 497 grams460 grams
Min Air Pressure 25 psi30 psi
Max Air Pressure 50 psi60 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 40-622 (700x40c)42-622 (700x42c)
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WTB Nano TCS Light 40 2020
WTB Resolute TCS Light 42 2021
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WTB Nano TCS Light 40 2020
WTB Resolute TCS Light 42 2021
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WTB Nano TCS Light 40 2020
WTB Resolute TCS Light 42 2021
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
Specified Weight 497 grams460 grams
Measured Weight 480 grams484 grams
Measured Width Casing 40 mm (un-round)42 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 38 mm40 mm
Measured Height 40 mm (un-round)39 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 2.9 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.5 mm2.0 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.10 mm2.00 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 Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 40 mm42 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
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 bar
Extra 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)
Model Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
Total Puncture Score Tread 23 Points20 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 2.1 mm2 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
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Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
Wet Grip Average 61 Points65 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 2.9 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.5 mm2.0 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 Nano TCS Light 40Resolute TCS Light 42
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Verdict RecommendedRecommended
Rating 3.0 / 52.7 / 5
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