Ritchey brings new tires

Ritchey is launching two new tires for the 2011 model year. The Shield model is a new cross-country racing tire, while a mud version is being presented for the Z-Max series. The OCR wheelset will also be available in a new white color.

WCS Shield tire
This new, fast-rolling cross-country tire with VFA design (Vector Force Analysis) of the outer lugs is the new secret weapon of Team Scott-Swisspower. The dual-compound rubber compound has softer side knobs for cornering grip and a harder tread in the center for fast rolling and longer durability. The Shield tire is "tublessready" and weighs 540 grams.

WCS Z-Max Grip
The new tire family member in the Z-Max family offers traction and grip on all surfaces. With the race-proven Z-Max tread pattern with the higher knobs, the tire is particularly suitable for muddy conditions. It is also "tublessready" and weighs 650 grams per tire.

WCS XC Disc OCR wheels in wet white
Ritchey offers its aluminum wheels in 2011 in addition to the previous black models also in white color. The handmade wheels are built with WCS centerlock hubs and 28 DT spokes. The front and rear wheels are spoked in an "OCR" pattern (off-center) to balance the spoke tension and thus achieve a stiffer and more durable wheel. The weight of the wheelset is 1520 grams.

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