2026 Specialized Pathfinder TLR Fast Gravel Tire

Pathfinder TLR Fast Gravel Tire

Pathfinder TLR
Gravel Racing Hardpack Tubeless

Description
Key Features
Specifications

The speed you want, the traction you need. The all-new Pathfinder TLR is 19% faster, 25g lighter, and 30% more cut-resistant than its predecessor making the winningest gravel tire even better. Its fast-rolling tread and high-speed center T2 compound ensure top straight-line velocity, while the grippier T5 compound on the shoulder knobs enhances cornering traction. The strong, fast-rolling TLR casing delivers rapid acceleration and top climbing performance while preventing flats. For sheer speed on hardpack, Pathfinder is the ultimate choice.

• GRIPTON T2/T5 Dual Compound: T2 center for maximum straight-line speed, T5 shoulders for cornering grip.
• 19% Faster: Measurable improvement in rolling resistance vs previous generation.
• 25g Lighter: Significant weight reduction over the previous Pathfinder.
• 30% More Cut-Resistant: New casing construction handles rough hardpack without sacrificing speed.
• 60TPI 3-Ply TLR Casing: Strong, fast-rolling tubeless casing with added flat protection.
• Roval Terra Pairing: Engineered as a seamless duo proven at Unbound with multiple victories.
• 4 Sizes: 700x35c through 700x50c to cover every gravel build.

Use: Gravel hardpack racing. Best on hardpack surfaces. Tan sidewall available.

T2/T5 Gravel Speed and Grip
GRIPTON T2 in the center is Specialized’s fastest rolling gravel compound minimal resistance for top straight-line velocity on hardpack. T5 on the shoulders provides confident cornering traction without the drag penalty of a softer compound. The dual-compound design is optimized for gravel racing where you need speed on the straights and grip when it’s time to rail corners.

19% Faster, 25g Lighter, 30% Stronger
The new Pathfinder TLR represents a major step forward: 19% faster rolling, 25g lighter, and 30% more cut-resistant than its predecessor. This isn’t a marginal improvement it’s a generational jump that makes the Pathfinder even more dominant on hardpack. The 3-ply TLR casing delivers the durability needed for rough gravel while keeping weight down compared to heavier constructions.

Unbound Proven
The Pathfinder TLR + Roval Terra wheelset combination has been proven at Unbound the world’s largest gravel race. Sofa Gmez Villafae of Specialized Off-Road Team called it “the fastest, toughest tire out there.” The pairing delivers 6% more pinch-flat resistance than the previous generation, so you can push harder through rough sections without worrying about flats.

General

Model
Pathfinder TLR Fast Gravel Tire

Position
Front & Rear

Use
Gravel Hardpack Racing

Terrain
Hardpack surfaces

Type
Tubeless Ready (TLR)

Colors
Black, Tan Sidewall

Wheel Pairing
Roval Terra (CLX)

Tread & Compound

Compound
GRIPTON T2 (center) / GRIPTON T5 (shoulder) dual compound

Tread Design
Fast center strip with compact knobs for traction

Casing
60TPI 3-ply TLR casing strong, fast-rolling tubeless construction

Weights

700 x 35c
380g

700 x 40c
470g

700 x 45c
520g

700 x 50c
580g

Performance

Speed
19% faster than previous generation

Weight
25g lighter than previous generation

Cut Resistance
30% more cut-resistant than previous generation

Pinch Flat Resistance
6% more force to flat with Roval Terra wheels

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