ENVE Launches HEX Gravel Tire: All-Terrain Performance in a Fast-Rolling Package
ENVE is making waves once again in the gravel world with the launch of its all-new HEX gravel tire. Now available in 40mm and 44mm widths, the HEX is designed to meet the needs of riders seeking versatile, fast-rolling performance without sacrificing traction across mixed terrain. Whether you're hitting hard-packed dirt, dry trails, or technical sections, this tire is engineered to handle it all.
At the heart of the HEX tire is a unique hexagonal tread block pattern that delivers both agility and grip. The hex blocks are designed to flex and conform to the terrain, providing a solid balance between control and speed. This three-way flex pattern maximizes traction in various conditions while maintaining a supple ride quality, allowing the tire to roll smoothly and confidently over different surfaces. It’s a tire built for riders who want both efficient speed and consistent handling.
A standout feature is the nano-particle-enhanced rubber compound, initially seen on ENVE’s SES Race Day road tire. This compound reduces rolling resistance, enhances traction, and boosts tread life. Riders will appreciate the combination of these features when navigating mixed conditions, from fast gravel roads to technical off-road sections. A chafer strip along the bead helps protect against pinch flats, while a sub-tread barrier offers flat protection without sacrificing ride quality. With a Kevlar bead optimized for hookless rims and sidewall reinforcements, this tire provides increased cornering traction, helping you stay planted through the turns.
KEY FEATURES
A chafer strip at the tire bead for greater pinch-flat protection
Sub-tread -tread barrier provides anti-flat protection without diminishing rolling efficiency or ride quality
Kevlar bead optimized for hookless rims
Doubling up of the sidewall tread increases cornering traction and decrease in tearing
Side nobs of various size and heigh angle outward for articulating tread blocks that increase cornering traction
De-coupled tread blocs enable the casing to flex and conform to terrain, maximizing traction and rolling performance
Hexagonal block shape allows a three-way flex pattern to add casing suppleness to conform to varied surfaces
A “cat tongue” tread pattern provides both driving and braking traction
Weights 430 grams (40mm) and 450 grams (44mm)
For riders who love cornering aggressively, the HEX tire’s side knobs are specifically designed for grip, with various sizes and outward angles to enhance control in those tight turns. Meanwhile, the "cat tongue" tread pattern adds driving and braking traction to keep you confident during sudden shifts in speed or direction. Weighing in at 430 grams for the 40mm width and 450 grams for the 44mm version, the HEX gravel tire strikes an impressive balance between weight and performance. As a tubeless-ready tire, it pairs well with ENVE’s G23, AG25, SES 3.4, and Foundation 45 wheels, making it a strong choice for riders who value speed, durability, and confidence on unpredictable surfaces.
The HEX tire is priced at $75 USD and is available now. For gravel riders looking for a tire that combines rolling efficiency with solid traction across a range of conditions, the HEX offers a compelling new option from one of the most trusted names in the game.
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