When Pirelli opened their Bollate factory outside Milan, the P Zero Race TLR became the flagship product showcasing Italian manufacturing applied to cycling. SpeedCORE technology emerged from that investment, using an aramid-infused rubber layer that covers the tire's interior to create air retention and puncture resistance without the stiffness of traditional tubeless casings. The construction allows the 120 TPI casing to remain supple while gaining the mechanical properties needed for reliable tubeless performance.

This tire sits at the center of Pirelli's road lineup as the all-round performer. Where the SL version strips weight for race day and the 4S adds wet-weather capability, the standard Race TLR balances speed, durability, and puncture protection for riders who want one tire that handles training miles, group rides, and race efforts. The construction includes enough tread depth and casing reinforcement to survive real-world road conditions without the weight penalties of dedicated training tires.

SmartEVO compound covers the contact patch using a three-polymer formulation developed through Pirelli's motorsport programs and World Tour team partnerships. Each polymer addresses different performance characteristics, with the blend targeting grip in variable conditions while maintaining low rolling resistance. Independent testing consistently places the Race TLR among the fastest tubeless road tires available, with grip performance that holds up in wet conditions where cheaper compounds lose traction. The compound also proves durable enough for high-mileage use, resisting the accelerated wear that plagues some race-focused tires.... Read More