Is it possible to develop flexible tyres with maximum utilization of the contact area that offer even more grip, safety and comfort?

Yes, it is!

RADIAL REVOLUTION: REDEFINING MOUNTAIN BIKE TYRES

The latest development from the Schwalbe LAB: With the innovative radial tire technology two new MTB tires are coming onto the market. The basis for this new technology is the completely rethought carcass construction.

• More grip: for even more safety
• More comfort: thanks to more cushioning
• Larger contact surface: on the ground

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKDVvdSfnMs&t=1s

THE ADVANTAGES OF RADIAL

• Carcass threads at a more obtuse angle than other tyres
• 30% more contact area with the same air pressure
• More grip, more damping, more safety

WHAT DOES RADIAL MEAN?
The basis for this is the completely rethought construction of the carcass. The carcass threads, which run diagonally across the tire at a 45° angle in conventional bicycle tires, are arranged at a much more obtuse angle in our radial tires. This technology opens up a completely new dimension in the function of bicycle tyres.

The structure of radial tyres
With our radial tyres, we are turning the MTB world on its head. We have always asked ourselves the following question during development: How can we make the best possible use of the limited contact area of a tyre? The basis for this is the completely rethought construction of the carcass. The carcass threads, which run diagonally across the tire at a 45° angle in conventional bicycle tyres, are arranged at a much more obtuse angle in our radial tyres. This technology opens up a completely new dimension in the function of bicycle tyres.

More Info: https://www.schwalbe.com/en/radialtires-mtb?srsltid=AfmBOorGq8494jQZpHhho-WV-y3c1B0fn8BayPMW0Qq13SnXJK6klP3N

Product information "Shredda Front"
The tyre itself for the steepest uphill passages

• Radial carcass allows for a larger contact area: more grip, more comfort, and more safety
• Almost sucks itself to the ground because the tire deforms more precisely
• Slightly shallower tread depth than Shredda Front, but more stability
• Profile optimized for radial carcass: Open tread design with scooping effect and high tread depth for excellent interlocking
• Especially on soft surfaces, it generates a lot of braking and propulsion traction

Features

• Ultra Soft compound
• TLE
• E-50 rated