First Look & First Ride: Challenge Flandrien TE Handmade TLR CX Tire
Briefly

The Challenge Flandrien TE Handmade TLR is a new tubeless-ready cyclocross tire for 2025, offering improved flexibility for modern cycling setups. It features a handmade 320TPI corespun cotton casing for a supple ride and is equipped with a SMARTsoft rubber compound for optimal grip and braking traction. The tread design includes aggressive, widely spaced knobs for effective mud clearance and reduced rolling resistance. Designed for hookless rims and compliant with UCI regulations, the Flandrien TLR aims to provide performance without the need for adhesives.
The Challenge Flandrien TLR introduces a tubeless-ready format, transitioning from a tubular-only design to enhance flexibility for modern race setups without compromising ride quality.
The Flandrien tread features aggressive, widely spaced knobs that effectively bite into mud, clear debris, and maintain low rolling resistance, making it ideal for wet conditions.
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