The Hutchinson Taipan TLR Sideskin 26x2.10 embodies ultimate versatility for Cross-Country and Trail MTB. With its masterful balance between performance, light weight and grip, this tire establishes itself as the reference for demanding riders who refuse compromises, whatever the terrain conditions.

Technical overview: the new generation all-terrain tire

Designed by Hutchinson, French tire pioneer for over a century, the Taipan revolutionizes MTB all-terrain standards. Its Tubeless Ready design with Sideskin reinforcement guarantees optimal sidewall protection against tears and cuts, while stiffening the structure for better ground contact. The 127 TPI (Threads Per Inch) casing ensures exceptional flexibility and ultra-high performance, for a contained weight of only 620 grams. Regularly used by the best XC and Trail riders in mixed and wet conditions, the Taipan makes performance, light weight and grip undeniable assets.

Technical highlights and profile geometry

• Innovative round profile: Will amaze fans of square tires with its exceptional deformation capacity and intelligent orientation of its side knobs that optimize grip masterfully
• Lowered center knobs: Offer excellent performance on dry and fast rolling surfaces, minimizing rolling resistance to maximize speed
• High progressive side knobs: Volume adapted according to lean angle for foolproof grip on wet surfaces and in fast cornering
• V-shaped blocks: Ensure optimal lateral mud evacuation thanks to calculated spacing for efficient shedding, even in the most demanding conditions
• Overprinting on lugs: Improves traction on wet roots and offers a stunning look

Hutchinson Technologies: Sideskin and Tubeless Ready

• Sideskin reinforcement: Lightweight textile grid integrated in the sidewalls that stiffens the structure, improves ground contact and protects against tears. Offers better resistance to sidewall punctures without compromising weight or comfort
• Tubeless Ready (TLR): Allows tubeless mounting with the addition of preventive sealant for perfect airtightness. Reduces the risk of pinch flats, improves comfort by allowing riding at lower pressures (better grip and optimized performance), and guarantees impossible unseating thanks to kevlar beads
• 127 TPI casing: The ultimate option for high performance — flexible and lightweight, it's the ally for ultra-high performance and exceptional acceleration feel

Use and mounting advice

The Taipan in 2.10 size is particularly suited to mixed, rocky, wet or even muddy terrain. Ideal for rear mounting for performance-oriented Cross-Country riding, it can also be mounted on the front for Trail riders seeking perfect balance. Compatible Tubetype (with inner tube) or Tubeless (tubeless with Hutchinson preventive sealant for increased resistance), this tire adapts to all riding levels and will take you on all terrains, whatever the conditions.

• Recommended XC setup: Taipan 2.10 or 2.25 (front) + Taipan 2.10 (rear)
• Trail setup: Taipan (front) + Taipan or Python 2 (rear)
• Enduro setup: Griffus (front) + Taipan 2.25 (rear)

Available variants

The Hutchinson Taipan TLR Sideskin is available in several sizes to fit modern MTB wheel standards:

• 26x2.10 (52-559): EAN 3248382078645 / Ref. PV702702 — 620g — The version presented here, versatile and lightweight
• 27.5x2.10 (52-584): EAN 3248382078652 / Ref. PV702712 — 690g — Optimal balance between durability and light weight, ideal for XC and Trail
• 27.5x2.25: Available for more volume and grip in technical conditions
• 29x2.10: For big wheel enthusiasts seeking performance and rollover capability
• 29x2.40 (57-622): High-volume version for modern Trail and e-MTB bikes, offering a wide contact patch for maximum stability and grip

All variants share the same design philosophy: versatility, performance and reliability, whatever the terrain or weather. The Taipan intends to shake up established codes in the MTB all-terrain discipline.