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Built Around You. Engineered to Last.

Every Hartex tyre is built on four layers of technology — each one designed to give you the ride you expect, every time you ride.

We engineer compounds for grip, durability, and efficiency. We build protection systems for the roads you actually ride. We construct casings that balance strength with feel. And we make every tyre available in the format that suits you — tube type, tubeless ready, or tubeless only.

WHY TECHNOLOGY MATTERS

A tyre is more than rubber. Here's what goes into yours.

Most riders choose a tyre by size and price. The best riders choose by what’s inside. At Hartex, we’ve spent decades developing tyre technology for riders across the world — from the most demanding export markets to riders on every kind of road and terrain. Every layer in every tyre has a job to do.

ICON	LAYER	ONE-LINE BENEFIT	URL
	Compound	The rubber that defines your ride — grip, speed, or endurance.	/technology/compound
	Protection	Multi-layer systems so punctures don't define your day.	/technology/protection
	Casing	Construction that balances strength, weight, and ride feel.	/technology/casing
	Tubeless Type	Set up your ride for the conditions and terrain you choose.	/technology/tubeless

Compound

Compound. The Layer That Defines Your Ride.

The rubber compound in your tyre determines how it grips, how long it lasts, and how efficiently it rolls. Hartex compounds are formulated to match riding style and terrain — so every rider gets the compound built for them.

COMPOUND	BENEFIT HEADLINE	BODY (1LINE)
TrailGrip	Maximum grip. Total control on the trail.	Engineered for MTB terrain where traction decides everything.
EnduraFlex	Built to last. Designed to flex.	Crack-resistant construction for gravel, urban, and hybrid riding.
Glide	Roll faster. With less effort.	Silica-led compound that reduces rolling resistance on every ride.
Pulse	Responsive. Precise. Fast.	Performance compound for riders who demand a quick, reactive ride.

PROTECTION

Protection. Because the Road Doesn't Always Play Fair.

Hartex protection systems are tiered — so you get exactly the level of puncture defence your riding demands. From lightweight fabric protection to heavy-duty rubber breaker systems, every tier is built around a real-world scenario.

TIER	LEVEL	ONE-LINE DESCRIPTION
X Shield	Lightweight protection	Cross-woven nylon fabric. Designed for riders who want protection without extra weight.
X Shield Pro	Reinforced protection	Heavier nylon construction for riders who push harder terrain.
Tough / Tough+	Everyday to heavy-duty	Rubber breaker systems for riders who prioritise durability above all.

CASING

Casing. The Structure That Holds It All Together.

TPI — threads per inch — determines how your tyre feels underfoot and how it behaves on the road. Higher TPI means a more supple, responsive tyre. Lower TPI means robust and durable. Hartex offers the full range, clearly named so you always know what you’re buying.

TIER	TPI RANGE	WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE RIDER
Core	20–30 TPI	Tough and dependable. Built for everyday use and volume riding.
Sport	60 TPI	Balanced performance. The sweet spot for most riders.
Pro	120 TPI	Lightweight, supple, responsive. For riders who feel every road.
Race	120+ TPI	Competition-grade construction. Maximum feel, minimum weight.

TUBELESS

Tubeless. Set Up Once. Ride With Confidence.

Hartex tyres are available in three fitment types — so you ride the setup that suits your terrain and preference. Tube Type for simplicity, Tubeless Ready (TR) for the performance advantage of going tubeless, and Tubeless Only (TL) for dedicated tubeless builds.

NOTATION	WHAT IT MEANS	WHO IT'S FOR
(blank)	Tube Type — standard inner tube	Riders who prefer the familiar setup or are running an entry-level build.
TR	Tubeless Ready — can be run with or without a tube	Riders who want tubeless performance with the option to run a tube.
TL	Tubeless Only — dedicated tubeless construction	Riders fully committed to a tubeless setup for maximum performance.

Find the Right Tyre for Your Ride.

Use our product finder to match compound, protection, and casing to your terrain and riding style.

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