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From the Curator:
"The Enve SES tire is a tubeless marvel that gives your wheel that additional EDGE.
And its not just the leading and trailing edges where the wind matters.
It might be touted as an Aero tire because of its SES Label, but it truly performs all-around, even against the big names.
Performance Facts:
✅ Weight - Lighter than the P Zero
✅ Durability - More Puncture resistant than the GP5000
✅ Rolling Resistance - More Sensitive (in Watts) than the Pro One
Other points of distinction:
✅ Proven in CFD and Wind Tunnel
✅ Casing TPI: 210/375
✅ Vectran Protection Barrier
✅ Activated Silca for ALL-Weather performance
✅ Made-in-Europe"
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Shape & Size
An “elliptical shape”, where a tyre that is narrower than the rim, is, Enve claims, rather good at being aero, but loses out on rolling efficiency, handling and traction. A round shape, like you get when mounting a wide tyre on a narrow rim apparently solves the handling issues of the elliptical shape while also being aero at high wind angles, but aero performance is compromised at low wind angles.
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Enve employs a hybrid tire shape, between round and elliptical, which gives it a balance between control/handling and aerodynamics.
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To achieve this, you'll need to get the tyre size that is correct for your rims.
Enve says that the 25mm is the aero choice for its SES and Foundation wheels. The 27mm size is "designed to maximise the aero performance of the Gen4 SES wheel line and to provide a higher-volume tire option for Gen3 SES and Foundation." The 29mm and 31mm sizes are aimed at the SES AR wheelsets with the 31mm size also usable on Enve's G23 gravel wheelset.
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SES Road Tires are proven in CFD and the wind tunnel to reduce drag, and are constructed to deliver rolling efficiency, durability, and a confidence inspiring ride – regardless of the weather.
Quick Compare - Weight / Puncture Resistance
Brand/ Model |
Actual Weight (g)
|
Claimed Weight (g)
|
Puncture Score (Higher = Better)
|
ENVE SES Aero Road TL
|
243 |
255 |
64 |
Pirelli P Zero Velo Race TLR SL |
247 |
245 |
36 |
Mavic Yksion Pro UST TL |
256 |
260 |
50 |
Schwalbe Pro One TL |
257 |
255 |
49 |
Specialized Turbo RapidAir 2 Bliss Ready |
261 |
265 |
40 |
Schwalbe Pro One Addix TLE |
263 |
245 |
43 |
Maxxis Padrone TR |
264 |
270 |
54 |
Michelin Power Road TLR |
267 |
275 |
41 |
Hutchinson Fusion 5 Galactik TL |
288 |
260 |
41 |
Continental GP5000 TL |
295 |
300 |
47 |
Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR |
306 |
290 |
103 |
Vittoria Corsa Control G+ 2.0 TLR |
307 |
300 |
53 |
Hutchinson Fusion 5 All Season TL |
335 |
325 |
50 |
Independent Source: bicyclerollingresistance.com
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<Tech notes>
Tire Installation:
Some set ups might be tighter than others as different tire manufacturers have different standards, but in general there is a technique to it.
Tip 1)
If you look at the rim, you’ll notice there is a channel in the center. (Drop center channel)
This is where the diameter of the rim is smallest.
Ensure that the tire bead is always in this channel while installing.
Tip 2)
Start opposite the valve, and end at the valve.
https://support.enve.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048373532-SES-Tire-FAQ-Tire-Install-Video
Here is a video, skip to 14mins.
The Enve tires can go on without any tools, but you’ll still need to follow the technique above.
Enve tires went on in about 2 mins.
Tubeless Sealant:
Best Sealants in our opinion are TUFO, Joe's and Orange Seal, in this order.
We recommend avoiding all ammonia based sealants, some common ones are Muc-Off and Stans.
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Note: Tires sold Individually.
REAL-WORLD FAST TUBELESS ROAD TIRES
Over 10 years of aero product development with a focus on real-world performance has led us to tire development. Tire shape and construction greatly influence aerodynamics, rolling efficiency, and your confidence. SES Road Tires are proven in CFD and the wind tunnel to reduce drag, and are constructed to deliver rolling efficiency, durability, and a confidence inspiring ride – regardless of the weather.
- Application
- Road, Road Race, Triathlon, Time-Trial, All-Road
- Smart ENVE System Aero Optimized Shape and Tread Design
- Natural and Synthetic Rubber Compound w/ Activated Silica for All-Weather Performance
- Tubeless-Ready and Inner-Tube Compatible
- Hookless and Hooked-Bead Rim Type Compatible
- Inner-Rim Width Compatibility:
- 25c (17-21mm) 27c, 29c, 31c (17-25mm)
- Weight: 25c (255g), 27c (265g), 29c (275g), 31c (285g)
- Vectran™ Protection Barrier
SES Tire Size/Model |
25c |
27c |
29c |
31c |
ETRTO |
25-622 |
27-622 |
29-622 |
31-622 |
Application |
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- Road Race
- Triathlon
- TT
- All-Road
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- All-Road
- Mixed Surface Race
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Tire Type |
- Tubeless Ready
- Tube Compatible
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Compatible With |
- SES 3.4
- SES 5.6
- SES 7.8
- SES DISC
- Foundation 45
- Foundation 65
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Optimal ENVE Rim Pairing |
- SES 3.4
- SES 5.6
- SES 7.8
- SES DISC
- Foundation 45
- Foundation 65
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- SES 3.4
- SES 3.4 AR
- SES 4.5 AR
- SES 5.6
- SES 7.8
- SES DISC
- G23
- Foundation 45
- Foundation 65
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- SES 3.4 AR
- SES 4.5 AR
- G23
- Foundation 45
- Foundation 65
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- SES 3.4 AR
- SES 4.5 AR
- G23
- Foundation 45
- Foundation 65
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Inflating Width on Suggested Rim Pairing |
19mm Internal = 25mm 21mm Internal = 26mm 23mm Internal = N/A 25mm Internal = N/A |
19mm Internal = 27mm 21mm Internal = 28mm 23mm Internal = 29mm 25mm Internal = 30mm |
19mm Internal = 28mm 21mm Internal = 29mm 23mm Internal = 30mm 25mm Internal = 31mm |
19mm Internal = 30mm 21mm Internal = 31mm 23mm Internal = 32mm 25mm Internal = 33mm |
Tire Pressure Range |
60-90psi (4-6.25 Bar) |
50-85psi (3.4-5.9 Bar) |
40-80psi (2.8-5.5 Bar) |
35-75psi (2.1-5.2 Bar) |
Weight |
255g |
265g |
275g |
285g |