Kenda Gravel Tire Alluvium Pro 700 x 40 Tubeless Folding Coffee 120tpi GCT 07104953

I've liked these tires so far. They've rolled well have a good tread pattern for my use and feel pretty good. They aren't quite as quick rolling or comfortable as the Bontrager GR1's but they are a hair more aggressive side/cornering tread and slightly more volume. They ride way better than the WTB Raddlers though - not as aggressive in corners but the WTBs are so slow and harsh feeling they weren't appealing. About my only real beef is that they seem to lose air (setup tubeless) faster than others. My front tire seems to hold fairly well but overnight the rear tire definitely loses enough air that I'd have to be sure to re-inflate to be able to ride it. I typically check/inflate my tires anyway but it has been surprising to see (and I see no evidence of punctures or bad seal etc. and do have sealant in there).;

This was surprisingly quiet on tarmac- no more noise than on my 27mm Paris-Roubaix's and feels great on gravel and dry dirt. I can't comment on durability but I'm loving it so far. Ordered another to switch out the front.;

I'm about to mount my second set on my hybrid which is used 85% street/sidewalks & 15% light off road-gravel. Tires wear well and grip when needed. Seem quick. Wear about what I expect - about 2000 miles. I have almost exceeded the cornering capability a few times but they seem pretty forgiving and provide feedback to warn you of impending doom. Just like listening to your wife - ignore what you're being told and you'll regret it.

There are comments about runout in the tire and I've experienced the problem first hand twice. Once while mounting them myself and then a 2nd time after I had some spokes replaced by REI. IN BOTH CASES THE REASON FOR THE RUNOUT WAS THE TIRE WAS NOT FULLY SEATED. Did it look like it was seated? Yes but on closer inspection it really wasn't. I was not a happy camper and ended up calling Kenda support - which by the way was great and they provided the information I needed to resolve my problem.

The solution is to ensure the tire is fully seated. What I was told by Kenda is to use a little soapy water and initially over inflate to get the tire to seat. You over inflate at your own risk. I believe I went to about 70-75 PSI before mine finally seated (which you can hear the pops). Upon fully seating all the runout problems disappeared. I was sure I was going to have to return the tires - I was pretty amazed when the suggestions from Kenda resolved my issue.;

I have tried a few different brands and designs but have now settled on these Alluviums and am on my third set. Great milage excellent grip for my type of riding (80% pavement and 20% off road) and very comfortable (running tubeless).;

Great tire for my gravel bike. Rolls nice on pavement and isn’t too loud unless you are cornering hard enough to get on the knobbies. Like the reflective Kenda logo and were easy to install. They are directional so make sure you have them facing the right way before you get then on the rim. Great grip for hard pack trails loose gravel and do ok in softer stuff. Of note these are listed as a 650bx45 but they are on the fat side of the width number.;