{"id":1856,"date":"2025-03-07T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/?p=1856"},"modified":"2025-03-03T11:29:00","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T11:29:00","slug":"new-hutchinson-blackbird-race-all-season-road-tyres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/new-hutchinson-blackbird-race-all-season-road-tyres\/","title":{"rendered":"New Hutchinson Blackbird Race &amp; All Season Road Tyres"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Blackbird launched last year, and received excellent reviews. Cycling Weekly rated it 4.5\/5. It was also tested comprehensively at Bicycle Rolling Resistance who gave it 4.8\/5 for it\u2019s low rolling resistance, high puncture resistance, and cornering grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hutchinson has expanded the range with two brand new options. All three tyres are part of the Racing Lab family, made at Hutchinson\u2019s factory in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hutchinson Blackbird<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NEW <\/strong>Hutchinson Blackbird Race<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NEW <\/strong>Hutchinson Blackbird All Seasons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hutchinson Blackbird Race<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1619\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7.jpg 1619w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-Race-7-770x515.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1619px) 100vw, 1619px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Blackbird Race is Hutchinson\u2019s fastest tyre, and it will be used in the 2025 World Tour by the Intermarch\u00e9-Wanty team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for peak race performance, it encompasses Hutchinson\u2019s most advanced technology. Engineered with premium materials and a precision tread pattern, it delivers the perfect balance of speed and grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mach Tread Ultimate Compound: <\/strong>Hutchinson\u2019s latest innovation, offering exceptional rebound for maximum efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ultraswift Casing:<\/strong> A refined 3&#215;127 TPI sidewall and 2&#215;127 TPI center design provide superior suppleness, comfort, and lightweight performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tubeless Ready with Reinforced Protection: <\/strong>A polyamide layer beneath the tread enhances puncture resistance without compromising speed or weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hookless Rim Compatible:<\/strong> Designed for seamless integration with modern wheel technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ultra-lightweight: <\/strong>240g for the 28mm and 255g for the 30mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> Based on tests conducted, the Blackbird Race delivers a +10% improvement compared to the Blackbird.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1899\" height=\"991\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram.jpg 1899w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram-1200x626.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram-800x417.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-Diagram-1536x802.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1899px) 100vw, 1899px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blackbird Race All Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1619\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2.jpg 1619w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Blackbird-All-Season-2-770x515.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1619px) 100vw, 1619px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The All Season uses a safety-focused design with enhanced resistance to harsh conditions such as rain, snow, and cold. This tyre is ideal for cyclists who ride throughout the winter, and who would like additional safety without sacrificing high performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safetread<\/strong>: This is a new compound which Hutchinson have developed, and it is used on the sides of the treaded area. It provides more grip and predictability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UltraSwift Casing: <\/strong>A refined 3&#215;127 TPI sidewall and 2&#215;127 TPI center design provide superior suppleness, comfort, and lightweight performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tubeless Ready with Reinforced Protection: <\/strong>A polyamide layer beneath the tread enhances puncture resistance without compromising speed or weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hookless Rim Compatible:<\/strong> Designed for seamless integration with modern wheel technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ultra-lightweight:<\/strong> 240g for the 26mm, 360g for the 30mm, and 380g for the 32mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gridskin Mesh:<\/strong> Reinforced sidewalls, ensuring enhanced resistance to punctures and tears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1906\" height=\"1001\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason.jpg 1906w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason-1200x630.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason-800x420.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/wind\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/03\/Hutchinson-Blackbird-AllSeason-1536x807.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1906px) 100vw, 1906px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hutchinson has expanded the range with two brand new options. 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