that the tightly linked-together low profile central tread zone and Tioga’s exclusive UTC (Ultimate Traction Compound) providing exceptional surface contact during acceleration and full-out sprints so less energy is lost from inadequate tread to surface connection - which essentially means more power at the wheel yet with the same amount of input from the rider. But in addition to providing faster speed on the straights, the Power Block utilizes an outer tread zone made up of smaller directional knobs aligned to not only provide seamless energy transfer from one tread zone to another when shifting side to side during hard sprints, but also provide remarkable cornering bite when needed.
The Power Block will be available in Tioga’s high performance ‘S-Spec’ version which utilizes lightweight, high thread count casing for added supple riding characteristics and folding Kevlar bead for additional weight savings. All these elevated features of the Power Block S-Spec add up to the lightest, fastest BMX tires ever produced by Tioga.
Special features on the Power Block include:
Multi-Zone Tread Design – each tread zone designed for specific functions but positioned to provide seamless transfer from one zone to another.
UTC (Ultimate Traction Compound) – specially formulated rubber compound provides exceptional grip on hardpack dirt and other hard surfaces.
PermaTread Design – tread designed to wear evenly which helps to maintain its performance throughout the life of the tire.
Cyclex Lightweight Casing* – 120 TPI high thread-count casing is thinner and much lighter providing a more supple and responsive tire.
Folding Bead* – Kevlar reinforced bead further reduces tire’s overall weight.
*S-SPEC Version Only.
The Power Block S-Spec will be available in these sizes by January 2009:
Size Weight MSRP (US$)
20 x 2.10” 11.64oz (est) $40
20 x 1.95” TBA $40
20 x 1.75” 10.05oz (est) $40
20 x 1.60” 8.47oz (est) $40
The Power Block standard spec will be available in these sizes by January 2009:
Size Weight MSRP (US$)
20 x 1-3/8” TBA $20
20 x 1-1/8” TBA $20
About Tioga: A design driven bicycle components company focusing on function with style. In over 30 years in the cycling industry, Tioga has created numerous industry advancing components from the Comp-III BMX racing tire and the T-Bone stem to the standardization of the 1-1/8” steering system. Tioga’s new generation of components are not only functionally designed to accommodate athletes with serious skills, but also styled to reflect their commitment to the sport.
BMX racing is about to get faster. Conceived for unparallel efficiency in transferring pedal power and other rider inputs into lateral motion, the new Power Block racing tire from Tioga is destined to make BMX racers go faster with less wasted effort. A key to achieving such bold claim is the willingness to obsessively study details of riders’ riding mechanics and then design a tread that doesn’t disrupt their riding motion. “It’s easy once you spent hours upon hours studying film, focusing on changes in the tire’s characteristics with each, seemingly minor, change in the rider’s input” said Kai Cheng, Tioga’s Marketing Manager. “The research is exhaustive, but the result is essentially a tread designed to anticipate rider input so its knobs are strategically placed to limit the loss of momentum” Cheng added.
The Power Block starts fast at the gate with testing confirming
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