Lainaus:
When accelerating, the Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M feels comparatively cumbersome and demands a lot of input from the rider. The semi-slick centre tread, along with the hefty rotating mass, offers good efficiency on level terrain as well as on paved roads. Fine, loose gravel and humid and loamy ground are among the best conditions for the Gravel M. Its good mud-shedding abilities keep the tread free from debris even at moderate speeds. The well-supported shoulder knobs offer lots of grip and break out in a controlled and predictable manner. Even the occasional excursions far off the beaten track don’t faze the Gravel M. However, on compact surfaces and asphalt, it lacks precision when changing direction quickly. Here, it demands a lot of input from the rider and the occasional steering correction. After more than 1,000 km of testing on a variety of surfaces and mixed weather conditions, we didn’t have a single puncture. We found the ideal tire pressure to be 3 bar at the rear and 2.8 bar up front. With this setup, the tires offer an excellent balance of comfort, grip and rolling resistance.