Tire Lab Test: Schwalbe Racing Ray Super Race 29x2.35

Schwalbe is the brand with the most diverse range of mountain bike tires, offering a tire for everyone and every condition. The Racing Ray is a relatively new tire that falls within Schwalbe's lineup between the two 'classics': Racing Ralph and Rocket Ron. These three tires are often mixed and matched, and the Racing Ray lets you fine-tune your tire selection even further.

We have previously tested the Racing Ray in the Super Ground version with the Addix SpeedGrip compound (read our review), and today we will look at the faster version with the Super Race casing and the Addix Speed compound. We have tested several of Schwalbe's tires with both the Super Ground and Super Race casings and are very curious to see how the Racing Ray performs in comparison.

We tested the Super Race version of the Racing Ray in the 2.35 size, but unfortunately, we only have data for the 2.25 size of the Super Ground version, which makes comparing a bit more challenging. We also included some other Schwalbe tires in the comparison and, as always, a few from the competition.

Manufacturer Specifications

Manufacturer Specs
Brand	Schwalbe
Model	Racing Ray Super Race
Year	2026
Supplied By	Bought in store
New or Used	New
Mileage	0 km
Price Range	High
Buy At
Manufacturer part number	11654052.01
EAN	4026495880398
TPI	67
Compound	Addix Speed
Bead	Folding
ETRTO	60-622
Size Inch	29"
Width Inch	2.35
Specified Weight	745 grams
Max Air Pressure (psi)	50
Made In	Pro Data
Available Sizes	29x2.25 29x2.35

Schwalbe Racing Ray Super Race Test Results

Size, Weight, and Thickness Measurements

Size, Weight, and Thickness Measurements
Specified Weight	745 grams
Measured Weight	748 grams
Measured Width Carcass	54 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread	56 mm
Measured Height	Pro Data
Tire Circumference	Pro Data
Measured Knob Height Center	2.6 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge	4.9 mm
Measured Total Thickness Center (excluding knobs)	2.1 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall	Pro Data
All size measurements are taken at an air pressure of 35 psi / 2.4 bars on a 17.8 mm inner width rim.

Rolling Resistance Test Results

Rolling Resistance Test Results
Inner Tube	None (40 ml sealant)
Measured Width	54 mm
Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 bar 51-55 = 38 psi/2.6 bar 56-60 = 34 psi/2.3 barHigh Air Pressure (38 psi / 2.6 bar)	Pro Data
Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 bar 51-55 = 32 psi/2.2 bar 56-60 = 29 psi/2.0 barMedium Air Pressure (32 psi / 2.2 bar)	Pro Data
Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 bar 51-55 = 25 psi/1.7 bar 56-60 = 23 psi/1.6 barLow Air Pressure (25 psi / 1.7 bar)	19.3 Watts CRR: 0.00579
Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 bar 51-55 = 19 psi/1.3 bar 56-60 = 17 psi/1.2 barExtra Low Air Pressure (19 psi / 1.3 bar)	Pro Data
The MTB 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)
Total Puncture Score Tread	29 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall	Pro Data
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle	Pro Data
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle	Pro Data
Tread Total Tire Thickness	2.1 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle	Pro Data
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle	Pro Data
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness	Pro Data

Hard Surface Static Grip Test Results

Static Grip Test Results
Wet Grip Average	63 Points
Wet Grip Center	Pro Data
Wet Grip Edge	Pro Data
Measured Knob Height Center	2.6 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge	4.9 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 MTB grip test rim width = 30.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion

The Racing Ray with Super Race casing and Addix Speed compound is faster than the version with the Super Ground casing and Addix SpeedGrip compound (read our review). The grip level in our hard-surface wet grip test is somewhat lower, and the Racing Ray performs as expected for a tire with a faster compound.

Looking at the rest of Schwalbe's lineup, the Racing Ray fits nicely into the picture; it is clearly a step between the good old Racing Ralph and the Rocket Ron.

We still don't entirely understand the difference between Schwalbe's Super Race and Super Ground casings. Surprisingly, the Super Race casing version is heavier than the Super Ground casing version, while the protection is almost the same. The choice between Super Race and Super Ground comes down more to the color of the sidewalls, since we see little difference in performance.

This test of the Racing Ray has once again made it clear that if you are looking for low-rolling-resistance mountain bike tires with minimal protection, Schwalbe is your only option today.

Compare the Racing Ray Super Race and Super Ground on our comparison section.

RATING: 4.8 / 5
TEST VERDICT: Highly Recommended

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