Hutchinson Evolves Its Gravel Range with Touareg Race and Brings GridSkin Technology to Gravel
New Tyres Precision-Engineered for the Speed and Control Demanded by Gravel Racing
- Hutchinson launches the latest evolution of its performance Touareg gravel tyre, the Touareg Race
- Gridskin technology introduced on new Touareg Race GS and Caracal Race GS tyres
- 50mm will be available across the entire Hutchinson gravel range. Including the world’s fastest gravel tyre, the Caracal Race
29th April, Paris: Hutchinson, the French tyre manufacturer with over 130 years of engineering expertise, has today announced the latest evolution of its gravel lineup with the introduction of three new tyres, the Touareg Race, Touareg Race GS and Caracal Race GS.
Designed to offer unmatched versatility while being capable of meeting the demands of 90% of gravel racing conditions, the expanded offering brings technology from across the Hutchinson road and gravel range to allow riders to fine-tune speed and security depending on their environment and riding style.
Touareg Race; an Evolution:
Designed to meet the demands of elite gravel racing, the Touareg Race brings the innovative technology of the Caracal Race, the world’s fastest gravel tyre as independently verified by Bicycle Rolling Resistance, into the proven Touareg tread design.
Hand-crafted in France, it pairs Hutchinson’s latest Mach Tread 3.0 compound, delivering 25% greater rebound and 10% higher tear resistance, minimising energy loss while still withstanding the harshest conditions. Its SwiftEasy casing reduces weight and features enhanced flexibility that lowers rolling resistance, creating an efficient, race-ready tyre that weighs from just 480g.
Performance testing highlights the Touareg Race delivers a measurable increase, 35% more efficient than the previous Hardskin version. The Touareg Race DNA balances three critical performance factors: low rolling resistance, controlled casing deformation for stability and confident grip for aggressive racing.
For riders seeking a versatile setup, pairing a Touareg Race front tyre with a Caracal Race rear delivers the performance needed for 90% of gravel racing conditions. The Touareg Race provides grip and precise control at the front. At the rear, the Caracal Race, independently recognised as one of the fastest gravel tyres available, maximises speed and efficiency.
The Touareg Race is available in 40, 45 and 50mm sizes.
Martin Chuchu, Hutchinson Product Manager said of the development: “Gravel racing has evolved into a discipline defined by pure performance, data and marginal gains. At Hutchinson, we recognised that no single tyre could meet the demands of every modern gravel race. With the Caracal Race established as our fastest gravel tyre, we developed the Touareg Race to complete the system.
Together, this pairing covers the vast majority of race conditions and represents the fastest gravel setup we’ve ever created.”
Gridskin Technology:
With over a century of tyre innovation, Hutchinson continues to advance the industry with GridSkin, a proven reinforcement technology already used across its road range, now introduced for the first time in their performance gravel race tyres.
The GridSkin knitted mesh reinforcement layer provides targeted protection to the tyre sidewall, isolating cut and tear damage and helping to prevent race-ending punctures without minimal impact on rolling resistance or weight.
Designed to be selected as a high performance option on rougher, rockier conditions where durability is as important as speed, GridSkin technology will be available on the Touareg Race GS and Caracal Race GS, delivering enhanced protection when riders need it most.
The Touareg Race GS and Caracal Race GS are available in 40, 45 and 50mm sizes
Modern, wider profiles:
Acknowledging the trend towards higher-volume tyres, Hutchinson has developed 50mm width versions across the range of new tyres, specifically designed to meet and exceed the demands of modern gravel racers. This expansion also includes the ultra-fast Caracal Race, which will be available in a 50mm version for the first time.
All of Hutchinson’s performance gravel tyres are tubeless-ready, designed for compatibility with today’s wider internal rim widths, and available now through Hutchinson dealers worldwide.
Explore the full range at cycling.hutchinson.com
Pricing
Touareg Race: €59,89 | £54.99
Touareg Race GS: €64,89 |£59.99
Caracal Race GS: €64,89 | £59.99
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About Hutchinson
Hutchinson designs and delivers multi-material solutions that address critical challenges in safety, comfort and sustainability for the most demanding industries, including Aerospace, Automotive and Industrial markets. The Group relies on strong scientific expertise in acoustics and vibration, sealing systems, fluid transfer and thermal management, sensing and actuation, protection and structural solutions, and power transmission.
Hutchinson Cycling is a pioneering French brand with over 130 years of expertise in cycling innovation. Founded in 1853, it remains the only manufacturer of "made in France" bicycle tyres, embodying unmatched craftsmanship and premium material expertise. As a leader in tubeless technology, Hutchinson played a key role in its development, setting a global benchmark. Its meticulously crafted, high-performance products are trusted by professional athletes and cycling enthusiasts alike, reinforcing Hutchinson's reputation as a driving force in cycling innovation.For more information, visit : https://cycling.hutchinson.com/
