Onza brings thick slippers to the plus trend

The Swiss tire brand Onza is also following the trend towards thicker tires and is presenting the Canis in the plus size 27.5x2.85 inches. The Canis in B-Plus comes in black and skinwall and will have different carcass thicknesses. The thick Canis will roll onto the market in spring 2016.

As a small tire brand, Onza cannot jump on every bandwagon. However, their decision to go with the plus-size trend shows that the rubber specialists see great potential in this trend. Their tried and tested "Canis" model also has potential. With its low rolling resistance but high grip, it seems to have the ideal profile for plus sizes. Onza is limiting its entry into the plus-size market to this one profile for the time being.

Onza pairs the B-Plus-Canis with its proven rubber compounds in 65 and 55 ShoreA. On the tread, the 65 rubber ensures low rolling resistance, while the side lugs in the softer 55 ShoreA compound provide plenty of grip when riding around corners. In terms of tire dimensions, Onza has opted for a width of 2.85 inches. This dimension is specified in combination with a rim with an inner diameter of 40 millimetres.In addition, the tire comes in black and in the popular skinwall look, which also differ in terms of carcass thickness. In terms of weight, both tires remain competitive: The black version weighs just 840 grams with an FRC carcass with 120TPI (TPI = threads per inch) and reinforced sidewalls. The skinwall version weighs 920 grams. It also comes with an FRC carcass, but with 60TPI and reinforced sidewalls. Both versions are exclusively tubeless ready.

Onzas Canis in plus size should be available from specialist retailers in spring 2016.