Road Bike Tire Test: Schwalbe Pro One TT TLE Addix 25
Contents and Test Summary
- Introduction
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size, Weight, Thickness
- Rolling Resistance: 9.0 Watts
- Puncture Resistance: 24 Points
- Static Wet Grip: 55 Points
- Conclusion: 3.5 / 5 Recommended
- Comments
- Schwalbe Pro One TT TLE Addix 25
(100% is best)
NOTE: We added wet grip test data on 2021-11-26. The rating of the Schwalbe One TT TLE Addix has been downgraded by 0.5 points because of below average results in the grip test.
The Pro One TT TLE with Addix Race Single compound is the fastest option within the new Pro One lineup from Schwalbe. Together with the TT version, Schwalbe also released a regular TLE (read review) version and a tube-type (read review) version for cyclists that still prefer to use inner tubes. The Pro One TT TLE is made for time-trials, triathlon, or other competitions where you need every last bit of speed.
Compared to the regular Pro One TLE that is more of an all-round training/racing tire, the TT comes with a much thinner tread and no anti-puncture strip under the tread. Schwalbe also went from the Addix Race Multi compound to the Addix Race Single compound. This tire uses a single compound because only the compound that gives the lowest rolling resistance is used. Vittoria does the same thing with their Corsa Speed (read review) tires which are currently the fastest tires out there (road bike overview).
Although the Pro One TT TLE looks like a cotton casing tire, it uses the same 2x127 TPI casing as the other Pro One's. The sidewalls have simply been painted/coated in a yellowish shade to give it that classic/cotton look. I haven't found any info on whether a black version will be made available as well.
If you want to compare the various models of the Schwalbe Pro One with Addix compounds, you can compare all data side by side on our comparison section here: Pro One TT vs TLE vs tubetype
Manufacturer Specifications
| Manufacturer Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Schwalbe |
| Model | Pro One TT TLE Addix |
| Year | 2020 |
| Tire Type | Tubeless |
| Supplied By | Bought in store |
| New or Used | New |
| Mileage | 0 km |
| Price Range | High |
| Buy At | |
| Manufacturer part number | 11653972 |
| EAN | 4026495863070 |
| TPI | 2x127 |
| Compound | Addix Race Single |
| Bead | Folding |
| ETRTO | 25-622 |
| Size Inch | 28" |
| Specified Width (mm) | 25 |
| Specified Weight | 205 grams |
| Max Air Pressure (psi) | 110 |
| Made In | Pro Data |
| Available Sizes |
25-622 (700x25c) 28-622 (700x28c) |
Schwalbe Pro One TT TLE Addix 25 Test Results
Size, Weight, and Thickness Measurements
| Size, Weight and Thickness Measurements | |
|---|---|
| Specified Weight | 205 grams |
| Measured Weight | 222 grams |
| System Adjusted Weight (tire + valve + rim seal) |
242 grams |
| Measured Width | 27 mm (un-round) |
| Measured Height | 24 mm (un-round) |
| Total Tire Thickness Center | 1.6 mm |
| Total Tire Thickness Sidewall | Pro Data |
| Unmounted Casing Width | 66 mm |
| Unmounted Tread Width | Pro Data |
| Tread Cover (Tread / Casing Ratio) | Pro Data |
| All size measurements are taken at an air pressure of 100 psi / 6.9 bars on a 17.8 mm inner width rim. | |
Rolling Resistance Test Results
| Rolling Resistance Test Results | |
|---|---|
| Inner Tube | None (20 ml sealant) |
| Measured Width | 27 mm (un-round) |
| Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 22-24 = 132 psi/9.1 bar 25-27 = 120 psi/8.3 bar 28-29 = 108 psi/7.4 barUltra High Air Pressure (120 psi / 8.3 bar) |
Pro Data |
| Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 22-24 = 110 psi/7.6bar 25-27 = 100 psi/6.9 bar 28-29 = 90 psi/6.2 barExtra High Air Pressure (100 psi / 6.9 bar) |
Pro Data |
| Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 22-24 = 88 psi/6.1 bar 25-27 = 80 psi/5.5 bar 28-29 = 72 psi/5.0 barHigh Air Pressure (80 psi / 5.5 bar) |
9.0 Watts CRR: 0.00270 |
| Rolling Resistance Real tire width in mm: 22-24 = 66 psi/4.6 bar 25-27 = 60 psi/4.1 bar 28-29 = 54 psi/3.7 barMedium Air Pressure (60 psi / 4.1 bar) |
Pro Data |
| The Road Bike 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. |
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Puncture Resistance Test Results
| Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better) | |
|---|---|
| Total Puncture Score Tread | 24 Points |
| Total Puncture Score Sidewall | Pro Data |
| Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle | 6 Points |
| Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Pro Data |
| Tread Total Tire Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Pro Data |
| Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Pro Data |
| Sidewall Total Tire Thickness | Pro Data |
Static Grip Test Results
NOTE: Grip test data is only available on tires tested after November 2018. You can find more information about our grip test here: Introducing Grip Testing
| Static Grip Test Results | |
|---|---|
| Wet Grip Average | 55 Points |
| Wet Grip Center | Pro Data |
| Wet Grip Edge | Pro Data |
| Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 Road bike grip test rim width = 19.0 mm |
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Conclusion
- Schwalbe Pro One TT TLE Addix 25
(100% is best)
The Schwalbe Pro One TT TLE is one hell of a fast tire! It does come in slightly behind the Vittoria Corsa Speed G+ 2.0 TLR (read review) that currently is the fastest tire on our site.
When looking at the other results from our tests, we see tread thickness is even less than the Corsa Speed and the tread is also easier to penetrate. Weight is nearly the same for both tires. The only positives over the Corsa Speed are slightly stronger sidewalls and a wider tread.
We had a hard time deciding between a 4, or a 5 out of 5 rating because the Pro One TT is this fast. When looking objectively at both the Pro One TT and Corsa Speed, we feel the Corsa Speed is just a tad better when you simply need the fastest tires. We also know puncture resistance of the Corsa Speed is already borderline and going even lower may just be a bridge too far.
RATING:
3.5
/ 5
TEST VERDICT:
Recommended