VEE Tire Co Bicycle Tires
VEE Tire’s Mission
What makes VEE Tire Co special, what makes the tires special and why should you choose VEE Tire Co tires?
Technologies (casings, compounds, etc.)
It's all about the mix
The compounds are sorted from soft to hard
Top40 Compounds (Top40)
Tackee Compound (TC)
Fast-50 Compound (Fast50)
Cornering traction. Fast 50 is great for dry conditions and its versatility means this fast compound is ideal for use as a rear wheel on an enduro bike.
Multipurpose Compound (MPC)
Dual Control Compound (DCC)
Silica Compound (SC)
Energetic Compound (EnC)
E-Ctrl Compound (E-Ctrl)
Low Specific Gravity Compound (LSG)
Strong tire casings
The tire structure
The core of the tire determines the tire diameter and ensures that it sits securely on the rim. The core of the tire usually consists of a bundle of wire. In folding tires, a ring made of aramid fibers is used instead of wire.
The carcass is the “framework” of the tire. The textile fabric is coated with rubber on both sides and cut at a 45 degree angle.
Enduro Core
GXE Core
The GXE Core was inspired by our successful Gravity and Enduro Core technologies, combining the best parts into a fast and agile construction.
Suitable for weekend bikers right up to the professionals of the Enduro World Series.
GravityCore
DH Core
The DH Core is designed to give riders confidence and maneuverability for downhill riding while providing ultimate durability.
If you are going for the ultimate groove, you should choose the DH Core.
Synthesis
B-Proof puncture protection
The Override Technology
B-Proof aramid belt and 2 times stronger than the
than the B-Proof+ aramid belt.
<br>2. Using a lower TPI value provides better puncture, cut and abrasion resistance.
<br>3. It is a little heavier, but since our target customers
If you are a rider with fast e-bikes with high-speed motors, this should not be noticeable.
TPI
Test results of the tire tests
Tire testing is a key component for mountain bike enthusiasts to evaluate the performance and versatility of different tire models. In reputable magazines such as MTB News, MTB Rider Mag and Dirtmountainbike, as well as other leading publications, these tests are carefully conducted to provide riders with an informed basis for making decisions.
These tests examine various aspects of tire performance, including traction on different surfaces such as mud, rock and forest floor, rolling resistance on different surfaces, handling in corners and on technical trails, and the durability and reliability of the tire in demanding conditions.
The tests in these magazines are not only informative but also inspiring as they showcase the latest innovations and developments in the mountain bike tire industry and help riders take their riding experience to the next level.
On this page you will find the links to all tests. What do the testers say about our models? Find out here!
The Snap WCE in the test : The mountain bike tires from VEE Tire Co. in the test - D... (dirtmountainbike.de)
The VEE TIRES SNAP WCE - From prototype to series production - Gravity MTB Magazine (gravity-magazine.de)
Vee Tire Co Snap WCE Top 40 tyre first ride review - Mountain Bike Tyres - Tyres - BikeRadar
Review: The Vee Tire Co Snap WCE Has Predictable Handling & Loads of Grip - Pinkbike
The Attack HPL in the test : MTB Rider: THE NEW ATTACK HPL 29 FROM VEE TIRE CO. IN THE TEST (MTB Rider Mag)
Attack FSX and Snap WCE MK2 in the test: Vee Tire Snap and Attack in the test: What can the new MTB tires do? (mtb-news.de)
The VEE Tire Co Snap WCE MK2 and Attack FSX in the test – grip for everyone? | ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine (enduro-mtb.com)
More about the Snap Trail : Vee Tire Snap Trail: New all-round tire for trail use - MTB-News.de
Vee Snap Trail Enduro Core Top 40 tyre review - MBR
Sascha from harzcore TV took a closer look at the Snap Trail : Tested: VEE TIRE Snap Trail - What can it really do? - YouTube
Mark Bartsch, the Pott legend, shows you what the Snap WCE can do: BIKEPARK WILLINGEN 2024 - DH finally better with new tires? | VeeTire SNAP WCE
The Flow Snap in the test: Tire test with e-bike and the Flow Snap from VEE Tire... (dirtmountainbike.de)
The Flow R-CP in the test: The mountain bike tires from VEE Tire Co. in the test - D... (dirtmountainbike.de)
The Snow Ball tested at Fat-Bike.de: https://www.fat-bike.de/veetire-snow-ball-27-5x4-0-test/
More about the Crown Gem : Vee Tire Co. Crown Gem 27.5+ & Apache Chief - YouTube
Vee Rubber Crown Gem // MTB Tire Review, Is It A Good Value? - YouTube
MTB Rider: Tire test: How does the new Vee Tire combo Crown Gem & Rail Escape ride?
More about the Rail Escape : Review: Vee Rail Escape Trail Tire is High on Grip, Low on Price - Singletracks Mountain Bike News
Review: Vee Tire Co. Rail Escape breaks out w/ bigger, faster trail mountain bike tires - Bikerumor
MTB Rider: Tire test: How does the new Vee Tire combo Crown Gem & Rail Escape ride?
T-Fatty in the test : VEETIRE CO. Trax Fatty tires in 27.5×3.25 – short test (twentynineinches-de.com)
The Bulldozer in the test : The Vee Tire Bulldozer 4.7 PSC in the test (fat-bike.de)
Our Speedster Gravel in the test: IN THE TIRE TEST: VEETIRE SPEEDSTER B-PROOF - Gravelfun - The homepage for the gravel biker
Ben Masterful took a closer look at our Chicane in 26" : YouTube
Differences between clincher, folding and tubeless tires
The different types of bicycle tires - clincher, folding and tubeless tires - each have specific characteristics and uses that are due to their design and function. Here are the main differences and characteristics:
Clincher
Characteristics:
- Structure: There is a wire in the tire bead that gives the tire its name and holds it to the rim hook.
- Weight: Higher weight compared to folding tires.
- Compatibility: Optimized for use with conventional tubes and rims.
- Puncture protection: Often provided with a reinforcing rubber layer.
- Price: Cheaper than folding tires.
Advantages:
- Cheap price.
- Large selection.
- Easy installation on conventional rims.
Disadvantages:
- Heavier weight.
- Not foldable.
- Usually not tubeless compatible.
Folding tires
Characteristics:
- Construction: Instead of a wire, flexible aramid fibers (e.g. Kevlar) are used in the bead, which makes the tire foldable.
- Weight: Lighter than clincher tires, with a weight saving of about 50-100 grams.
- Compatibility: Can be used with both tubes and tubeless if marked “Tubeless ready”.
- Performance: Better driving characteristics due to the lower weight.
Advantages:
- Lower weight.
- Improved driving characteristics.
- Easier to transport because it is foldable.
- Mostly tubeless compatible.
Disadvantages:
- More complex assembly for “tubeless ready” models.
- More expensive than clincher tires.
Tubeless tires
Characteristics:
- Construction: No tube required; the tire seals together with the rim.
- Compatibility: Tires and rims must be marked as tubeless compatible (Tubeless ready, TLR).
- Sealant: Use of sealant to seal small holes while driving.
Advantages:
- Very good puncture protection, as no tube defects (e.g. snakebites) occur.
- Lower weight as the hose is eliminated (up to 200 grams saved).
- Best possible driving characteristics due to lower rolling resistance and the ability to drive with lower air pressure.
Disadvantages:
- More complex conversion and assembly.
- Regular maintenance required (replacement of sealant).
Conclusion of the comparison
- Clincher tires: Ideal for everyday bikes and e-bikes in the entry-level and mid-range range, where robustness and low price are more important than weight.
- Folding tires: Better suited for sporty riders who value low weight and high performance. Usually also tubeless compatible, which offers additional advantages.
- Tubeless: Particularly advantageous for ambitious mountain bikers and riders who want to benefit from the best riding characteristics and very good puncture protection, but are willing to accept the higher maintenance costs.
The choice of tire type depends largely on the individual requirements and the area of use of the bike.
The results of our tire test: performance, comfort, durability, value for money
Hey, you probably want to know how the VEE Tire Co tires performed, right? We put them through their paces. Well, in terms of performance, we were really impressed. The tires showed great grip on various surfaces - whether asphalt or gravel, they had real bite.
The tires also scored highly in terms of comfort. Even on bumpy roads, the ride still felt comfortable. Durability is another plus point. After intensive use, the tires still looked great, with no sign of early wear.
And now the best part: the price-performance ratio. You don't have to dig deep into your pockets for the quality that VEE Tire Co delivers. This makes the tires a real insider tip for anyone who values quality and a good deal. In short, our test drive proved that you really can't go wrong with these tires!
Seven tips for the perfect MTB tire
Some people pay little attention to them, but tires are one of the most important components on a bicycle. The tire is the contact piece between the driver and the ground. They transmit braking forces, acceleration energy and changes of direction over a small area, about the size of a postcard. You usually don't even notice a good tire. A bad tire, on the other hand, not only leads to a lack of safety in bad weather conditions, but also often leads to a negative change in the handling of the bike.
We'll tell you what you need to consider when choosing the right tire besides the brand 😉.
- The size
In addition to the tire size in inches (e.g. 27.5 inches), the tire width is also crucial, as the rim, fork and/or rear triangle limit the selection. The tire size is stated either in inches (27.5 x 2.35) or in ETRTO (e.g. 60-584, European Tire and Rim Standard, European Tire and R in the T echnical Organization ). The ETRTO size designation indicates the width (60 mm) and the inner diameter of the tire (584 mm) - a clear designation that can be used to clearly assign the rim size.
The customs information, on the other hand, is not so clear and clear. 26 inches can be assigned different diameters depending on the type of bike (diameter 559 mm MTB, 571 mm triathlon and 590 mm Dutch touring bikes).
Customs details are more common in MTB sports, which is why they are also stated on all tires.
The inside diameter of the tire and the shoulder diameter of the rim must match so that the tire sits correctly on the rim - a tire with the ETRTO 37-622 fits, for example. B. on a rim 622 x 19C.
The tire width and the inner rim width must also match.
- profile
The profile determines the traction and rolling resistance. Therefore, city/trekking bikes usually have a more closed profile, as these are more advantageous on asphalt or other solid surfaces than MTB tires with an open profile.
These in turn excel on soft, loose surfaces. But here too, you have to pay attention to what and how you drive. In downhill/enduro sports, the cleats are larger and often more free-standing than in cross-country sports.
For SUV bikes, the MTB tires are designed so that the center profile appears more closed, while the outer lugs are free-standing to offer the best possible grip on terrain, especially in curves, while experiencing little rolling resistance on road surfaces.
- The mixture
Or compound. As a rule, different rubber materials are mixed together in order to reconcile the different properties of a tire, which often compete, and to find an optimal compromise. These properties are rolling resistance, grip, downforce and durability.
We use e.g. For example, our Dual Control Compound has a harder compound on the tread to ensure less rolling resistance and more durability and a softer compound on the side knobs to provide good grip in corners.
If you have two different tire models on the front and rear wheels, then the rear tire should always have the harder rubber compound.
- The carcass
When it comes to the tire casing, the casing, you will read information like 72 TPI (or EPI, Ends per Inch, Threads per Inch). This indicates the density of the carcass fabric. We offer casings from 24 up to 120 TPI.
The higher the TPI number, the tighter the mesh and higher quality a casing is. Finer casings offer lower rolling resistance and provide better puncture protection (more on that later). A 67 TPI carcass is considered the optimal compromise between low weight and greater robustness.
- The breakdown protection
As previously indicated, the carcass plays an important role. Higher thread count casings (higher TPI/EPI count) are harder to puncture. However, from a TPI number of around 127, the threads are too fine and therefore no longer as stable.
A puncture protection belt, we call it B-Proof, under the tread provides greater puncture protection. A rubber/aramid belt with a thickness of 3 or 5 mm is used here. This lies between the tread and the tube and therefore protects against a puncture, i.e. a puncture.
For some people it is also worth considering an insert, such as: B. the Mefo bicycle mousse.
- The air pressure
Occasionally, customers complain that tires become cracked. This is usually due to insufficient air pressure when storing the bike, because air pressure also plays a role here. If the tires are flat for months, the tire material is stressed and cracks form.
But of course the pressure is also crucial for driving behavior, which is why the air pressure should be checked regularly and corrected if necessary. If the pressure is too high, the tire will literally jump; if the pressure is too low, it will flex. The risk of a breakdown is also higher if the air pressure is too low. It is particularly important for sporty drivers to find out the right air pressure for their own driving behavior. Recommendations can be found on the tire sidewall.
Bluetooth tire pressure monitoring systems such as the AIRsistant , as we know them from cars, are now also entering the market. They are a worthwhile addition so that you can always travel optimally.
- Tube or tubeless
A question of philosophy. The hose can be easily replaced if it is broken, but you always have to have a replacement with you when touring.
Tubeless installation is a bit more complex and some people swear when changing the sealant. Tubeless tires offer less rolling resistance, higher grip and more puncture protection. Mountain bikers often ride tubeless without having to fear a “snakebite” in the tube, where the tube is damaged if the rim flanges puncture.
Ultimately, everyone has to decide for themselves whether they want to ride tubeless or tubeless. Like everything in life, both options have their advantages and disadvantages.
If you don't know which tire is right for you, you can contact us at any time. Our friendly staff will provide you with competent support when purchasing your new tires!