{"product_id":"silca-protocol-rcg-1-gravel-tyre-700c","title":"Silca Protocol RCG-1 Gravel Tyre 700C","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eENGINEERED FOR OUTRIGHT SPEED ON FAST GRAVEL, HARDPACK AND MIXED SURFACES, THE SILCA PROTOCOL RCG-1 COMBINES AN ULTRA-FAST DIRECTIONAL CENTRE TREAD WITH HIGH-VOLUME COMPLIANCE, CONFIDENT CORNERING GRIP AND A LIGHTWEIGHT 120 TPI RACE CASING.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned around modern high-volume gravel tyre sizes, the Protocol RCG-1 brings together the low rolling resistance of a fast hardpack tyre with the comfort and control of a high-volume XC race tyre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts low, ramped centre tread is designed to minimise rolling resistance when riding straight, while defined braking edges provide additional bite when slowing. As the bike leans into a corner, elevated and elongated shoulder knobs engage with the surface to increase grip and stability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result is a tyre built for riders who prioritise speed but still need predictable control when fast gravel becomes loose or technical.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Rolling Directional Tread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA low-profile, ramped centre tread is designed to reduce rolling resistance and maintain speed across hardpack gravel and sealed-road sections.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfident Cornering Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElevated, elongated shoulder knobs increase the tyre's contact with the ground as the bike leans, providing additional grip and stability through loose-over-hard corners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Volume Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in 45 mm, 50 mm and 55 mm widths, the RCG-1 uses increased tyre volume to improve compliance, comfort and control without compromising its race-focused character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120 TPI Race Casing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lightweight 120 TPI casing delivers a supple ride feel and is engineered around the lower pressures commonly used with modern wide gravel rims.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned specifically for modern tubeless systems, allowing riders to take advantage of lower tyre pressures for improved comfort, traction and control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNOLOGY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulsar Compound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSILCA's high-performance rubber and silica race compound is engineered to balance low rolling resistance, grip and durability. Rather than maximising one characteristic at the expense of the others, Pulsar is designed to deliver efficient race performance across changing surfaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace Casing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lightweight casing architecture developed specifically around modern tyre volumes and pressures. It is designed to maintain tyre shape and ride quality at the lower pressures commonly used with wider gravel tyres and rims.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGhostShield Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSILCA's proprietary 120 TPI casing construction provides lightweight puncture protection without relying on additional heavy breaker layers, helping maintain the RCG-1's low rolling resistance and supple ride quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbonBead BeadLock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarbon fibre bead technology provides dimensional stability throughout the tyre's service life. Unlike conventional bead materials that can gradually stretch, CarbonBead BeadLock is designed to help the tyre maintain its intended dimensions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless Ready Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered from the bead upwards for use with modern tubeless systems, allowing tyre, rim, sealant and lower operating pressures to work together as a complete system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY TO CHOOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose the SILCA Protocol RCG-1 when speed is the priority.\u003cbr\u003eRather than using an aggressive tread across the entire tyre, the RCG-1 concentrates on efficiency through the centre while retaining substantial shoulder grip when required. This makes it particularly effective for fast gravel riding where surfaces regularly alternate between smooth hardpack, loose-over-hard gravel and tarmac.\u003cbr\u003eIts combination of low rolling resistance, lightweight construction and large-volume casing also makes it an excellent option for competitive riders looking to maximise efficiency without sacrificing the confidence needed to push through high-speed corners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGravel racing, fast hardpack gravel, dry gravel roads, loose-over-hard conditions and mixed tarmac and gravel routes. 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