MTB Tire Comparison:
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed 2021 vs
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Contents and Test Summary
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Size and Weight Measurements
- Rolling Resistance Test Results
- Puncture Resistance Test Results
- Static Grip Test Results
- Conclusion
- Schwalbe Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed
- Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0
Manufacturer Specifications
| Manufacturer Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Schwalbe | Vittoria |
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Year | 2021 | 2019 |
| Supplied By | Bought in store | Bought in store |
| Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
| New or Used | New | New |
| Mileage | 0 km | 0 km |
| Price Range | High | High |
| Buy At | Ad Amazon.com | Ad Amazon.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 11654049.01 | 11A.00.037 |
| EAN | 4026495879552 | 8022530017831 |
| TPI | 67 | 120 |
| Compound | Addix SpeedGrip | 4C G+ 2.0 |
| Bead | Folding | Folding |
| ETRTO | 57-622 | 55-622 |
| Size Inch | 29" | 29" |
| Width Inch | 2.25 | 2.25 |
| Specified Weight | 640 grams | 725 grams |
| Min Air Pressure | 26 psi | psi |
| Max Air Pressure | 54 psi | psi |
| Made In | Members Only | Members Only |
| Available Sizes | 29x2.25 29x2.35 | 29x2.10 29x2.25 29x2.35 29x2.60 27.5x2.10 27.5x2.25 27.5x2.35 27.5x2.60 26x2.10 |
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Size and Weight Measurements
| Size and Weight Measurements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Specified Weight | 640 grams | 725 grams |
| Measured Weight | 659 grams | 718 grams |
| Measured Width Carcass | 52 mm (un-round) | 55 mm (un-round) |
| Measured Width Tread | 54 mm | 55 mm |
| Measured Height | 51 mm (un-round) | 54 mm (un-round) |
| Measured Knob Height Center | 2.4 mm | 2.5 mm |
| Measured Knob Height Edge | 3.9 mm | 4.0 mm |
| Measured Casing Thickness Center | 2.20 mm | 2.10 mm |
| Measured Total Thickness Sidewall | Members Only | Members Only |
| All size measurements are taken at an air pressure of 35 psi / 2.4 bars on a 17.8 mm inner width rim. | ||
Rolling Resistance Test Results
| Rolling Resistance Test Results | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Spin Up Video | YouTube | YouTube |
| Inner Tube | None (40 ml sealant) | None (40 ml sealant) |
| Rolling Resistance 55 PSI / 3.8 Bar |
Members Only | Members Only |
| Rolling Resistance 45 PSI / 3.1 Bar |
Members Only | Members Only |
| Rolling Resistance 35 PSI / 2.4 Bar |
20.1 Watts CRR: 0.00603 | 20.6 Watts CRR: 0.00618 |
| Rolling Resistance 25 PSI / 1.7 Bar |
21.5 Watts CRR: 0.00644 | 23.5 Watts CRR: 0.00704 |
| All numbers are for a single tire at a speed of 29 km/h / 18 mph and a load of 42.5 kg / 94 lbs. Use the formula: RR (Watts) = CRR * speed (m/s) * load (N) to calculate rolling resistance at a given speed and load. |
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Puncture Resistance Test Results
| Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Total Puncture Score Tread | 28 Points | 39 Points |
| Total Puncture Score Sidewall | Members Only | Members Only |
| Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
| Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
| Tread Total Tire Thickness | 2.2 mm | 2.1 mm |
| Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
| Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle | Members Only | Members Only |
| Sidewall Total Tire Thickness | Members Only | Members Only |
Static Grip Test Results
| Static Grip Test Results (higher is better) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Wet Grip Average | 61 Points | 66 Points |
| Wet Grip Center | Members Only | Members Only |
| Wet Grip Edge | Members Only | Members Only |
| Measured Knob Height Center | 2.4 mm | 2.5 mm |
| Measured Knob Height Edge | 3.9 mm | 4.0 mm |
| Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100 MTB grip test rim width = 30.0 mm |
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| Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info) | ||
Conclusion
| Conclusion | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed | Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 |
| Full Review | Full Review | Full Review |
| Verdict | Recommended | Recommended |
| Rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Buy At | Ad Amazon.com | Ad Amazon.com |
- Schwalbe Racing Ralph Super Race Addix Speed
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