Velofit podcast - 🎙️ The Perfect Gravel Tire — Inside Specialized's 2025 Lineup

Description: What makes a gravel tire truly fast, grippy, and bulletproof — all at the same time? In this exclusive deep-dive, we sit down with Oliver Kiesel, Senior Technology Product Manager for Bicycle Tires at Specialized, to talk tire tech, performance gains, and what's next for gravel in 2025. 🔧 From rubber compounds and casing construction to rebound, damping, and durability — we break down how tires are actually built, and what trade-offs go into chasing the perfect balance. 🚀 Plus, Oliver walks us through three brand-new tires in Specialized's 2025 lineup: Pathfinder Tracer Terra You'll learn: What makes each tire unique — beyond just tread patterns. Which conditions each one is designed for. Why the new Pathfinder is faster, grippier, and still ultra-robust. Why wider might mean faster, backed by rolling resistance testing. How to nail your tire pressure for performance and comfort — and what happens when you miss the mark. Whether you're a gearhead, racer, or just want to get the most out of every ride, this episode is packed with insights from one of the most respected minds in cycling tire innovation. 👉 Don't miss this inside look at the future of gravel tires. 🎙️ Note from Thomas: And hey — apologies for my English! But if you're a fan of "The Julekalender," you'll probably find this episode just fine too 😉