WTB BAILIFF TCS LIGHT HIGH GRIP (27,5" X 4.5)

The Bailiff maintains order through the most adverse winter conditions. The 4.5" width provides the surface area needed to stay on top of the fluffy stuff while tall, widely-spaced knobs improve braking and cornering traction on packed snow. Available with or without carbide studs pre-installed, all versions feature 312 stud pockets for unbeatable traction on ice. The Bailiff's tubeless-ready 120tpi casing provides a supple ride feel, conforms to all surface conditions, and minimizes rotational weight. Its snow-specific compound remains soft at extremely cold temperatures to provide unparalleled traction on the most frigid days of the year. Refuse to call winter the "off" season? Pedal on with the Bailiff.

- Usage: Fat Bike
- Conditions: Packed snow/ice
- Wheel size: 27.5” x 4.5    
- Level: TCS Light/High Grip
- Weight: +- 1530 g  
- Compound: DNA
- Casing: light, 120 tpi

No-compromised tread
Tight groupings of center knobs cut down on rolling resistance without hesitating to dig in while braking. Tall outer knobs quickly provide traction in the earliest phases of cornering. Strategic placement of tread encourages effective shedding of snow keeping the knobs clear to deliver traction. Did you know you can also run this puppy in reverse for those seeking max traction when climbing something gnarly... not Everest, but you get the point.

                                                                                                                                     

Strategically directional siping
Center and intermediate knobs are siped in a direction that improves accelerating and braking traction by increasing the amount of working edges that bite into the snow when you crank on the pedals or slam on the brakes. Outer knobs feature sipes that run parallel to the tire in order to improve cornering traction.

                                                                                                                                   

Snow focused testing and design
When several of our amazing bike partners in Canada approached up to make a snow tire, we were skeptical at first, I mean, we are based in California. So we looked to our experts, the snow experts in Vermont where they are covered in snow, four months out of the year. This tire went through so many revisions to get it just right, kinda like goldilocks and the three bears. It took time, but we got it right and can't wait for you to shred on it.

                                                                                                                                 

About TSC
WTB’s proprietary sealant tubeless system, TCS (Tubeless Compatible System,) revolutionized rims and tires in 2009 when combining ETRTO, ISO, and UST standards with light tubeless rotational weights. Never before had a standards-based tubeless system weighed so little.  Certified as the first sealant-based tires for the UST system in 2012 by Mavic, TCS continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible through purpose-built tires and rims tailor-made for every discipline of cycling.

                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                               
TCS light high grip
Glue-like conforming rubber wrapped onto a gram-conscious casing designed to be compliant while still trail worthy. Who says High Grip needs to be heavy? TCS Light tires feature a single-ply casing, which offer minimal weight. You are already bundled up enough on a Fat Bike, why not save a little weight on your tires.

                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                              
High grip compound
Soft yet supportive knobs conform to the trail and rebound slowly to provide maximum traction on loose, rocky terrain regardless of wet or dry conditions.
 

                                                                                                                                 

Light casing
One layer of supple, gram-conscious casing conforms to the terrain to provide maximum performance, exceptional reliability, and low rotational weight.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                              

Now sure what configuration os studs is best for you?
Check out our stud guide. Our stud pockets are compatible with Terene, 45N, and most other commonly found fat bike studs for those looking to customize their tire.

                                                                                                                     

Do I need the studded versión?
So when it comes down to it, do you want a studded or non-studded tire? The studded version is going to provide more bite in icy conditions. There are over 300 stud pockets in the Bailiff tire, you can pick and choose your pattern.  He has put in over 200 hours in sub zero conditions testing this tire in Vermonts' finest snow storms to make sure this tire was up to snuff and preferred the studded version for that extra traction and control.