FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE vs Speed Terrane review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Michelin FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE vs Maxxis Speed Terrane tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Michelin and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Michelin FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE is better for mtb activities, Maxxis Speed Terrane is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to gravel activities.

FORCE XC COMPETITION LINE

Speed Terrane

Thanks to GUM-X3D technology which is a combination of three special rubbers: an outer traction compound, a Race Compound base layer and a special side grip compound

The most agile cross-country tire for a competition use

Semi-slick cyclocross tire for dry race conditions

Thanks to GUM-X3D technology which is a combination of three special rubbers: an outer traction compound, a Race Compound base layer and a special side grip compound

The Maxxis Speed Terrane is a semi-slick cyclocross tire perfect for those dry early season races that feature lots of grass.

Features

Dual compound
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
EXO sidewall protection
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Usage

cross country

Usage

Hard pack

Loose over hard

Technologies

EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.
Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.

Specifications

700

Part #: TB88998100
Size: 700X33C Etrto: 33-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: CARBON Weight (g): 377 Compound: Dual Max Psi: 75 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: CYCLOCROSS