This tyre is a firm favourite among Inspiral Cycles staff, with almost all members using the Hellkat as their tyre of choice to keep them rubber-side-down through the winter slop. Given that we've got access to (and have tried out) most brands of MTB tyre, this speaks volumes!
The Hellkat is a new gravity tire, developed with UR Team pro riders. An optimized tread design lets you rip across a wide range of conditions, never letting you down through sharp turns or aggressive braking. Don’t just be fast - be fast as hell!
Designed around the rigors of enduro racing, EN-DTC features a lower rolling resistance value than previous dual tread compounds. With shore A values lower than the original DTC, the EN-DTC provides a more responsive ride, letting the knobs do the work of control and braking on the ground.
Optimized for enduro and trail riding, the Advanced Trail Casing (ATC) uses a layer of SCT on the sidewalls and a K-Armor belt under the tread area. K-Armor allows for a tighter weave and the use of less rubber, resulting in a lighter tire and a casing that is supple enough to allow the knobs to flex and form under load, yet still protects from pinch flats or casing tears.
Features:
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Advanced Trail Casing (ATC) uses a layer of SCT on the sidewalls and a K-Armor belt under the tread area
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Dual Tread Compound (DTC) is a combination of two different rubber compounds that provides the best combination of rolling speed and grip
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Versatile tread design is optimized for a wide range of conditions balancing traction, handling and rolling speed
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Tubeless ready – Saves weight and provides a better rolling performance and more controlled handling. Riding tubeless also reduces the chance of flats.