Tire Compatibility

FOUNDATION ROAD, SES, SES AR, G SERIES, M SERIES, AM30

Tire Compatibility

Next to deciding which wheelset to buy, few decisions will impact your performance more than choosing the right tire, and tire pressure. Please take the time to review the section below that corresponds to your wheelset. After you’ve reviewed the notes surrounding tire compatibility with your wheelset, jump on over to our tire pressure page to ensure you’re running the right tire pressure.

ENVE Tip: Trust our tire pressure recommendation chartThe maximum tire pressure ratings on tires are not recommended operating pressures. Running the max pressure will not make you faster, rather, it will actually increase rolling resistance (making you slower) and discomfort (making you slower), jeopardizing the ride experience.

Foundation Collection Tire Compatibility

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire
Inner Rim Width Dimension: 21mm
Aero Optimized Tire Size Recommendation: 25mm-27mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: ≥ 25mm
Maximum Rim Pressure: 90 psi/6.2 bar (25mm Tire), 80 psi/5.5 bar (>28mm Tire)

Use tires listed as “Approved/Recommended” only with Foundation Collection road wheelsets. For tires listed as “Not Approved/Incompatible” we are working with the tire manufacturers so changes can be made to move tires on to the “Approved/Recommended” list. If a tire you would like to run is not listed, it does not mean that it is incompatible. Rather, we have not tested it yet. In the situation that you choose to run a tire that is not on the “Approved/Recommended” list, you do so at your own risk.

Please refer to our tire pressure recommendation chart for Foundation ENVE 45 and ENVE 65 (21mm Internal Rim Width) wheelsets and never exceed air pressure of 90 psi/6.2 bar for tires sized 25-28mm.

Can’t find the tire you are looking for? Our compatibility data is based on submissions from tire companies. If you are looking for a specific tire and can’t find it on our chart it does not mean that it is not compatible. In fact, many tires have gone through changes and updates to improve compatibility with hookless rim systems. If you don’t see a specific tire on our chart your best option is to contact the tire manufacturer and ask them if their tires are approved for Straight Side Wall (TSS) aka “hookless” rim designs.

25-26c 27-29c 30-31-c 32c
ENVE SES Road – 25mm ENVE SES Road – 27mm ENVE SES Road – 31mm Continental GP5000 S TR – 32mm
Bontrager R3 TLR Hard Case Lite – 24mm ENVE SES Road – 29mm Challenge Strada Bianca TLR – 30mm Goodyear Eagle All-Season – 32mm
Bontrager R3 TLR Hard Case Lite – 26mm ENVE Raceday - 27mm Continental GP5000 S TR – 30mm Maxxis Re-Fuse – 32mm
Cadex Race TL – 25mm ENVE Raceday - 27mm Goodyear Eagle All-Season – 30mm Panaracer Gravel King – 32mm
Challenge Strada Pro TLR – 25mm Challenge Strada Pro TLR – 27mm Kenda Valkyrie Pro TLR – 30mm Pirelli Cinturato Velo – 32mm
Continental GP5000 S TR – 25mm Challenge Paris Roubaix TLR – 27mm Mavic Yksion Elite Allroad UST – 30mm Schwalbe Pro One Addix TLE Race – 32mm
Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance Storm TR – 25mm Challenge Paris Roubaix TLR – 27mm Schwalbe G-One Speed – 30mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Durable TR – 32mm
IRC  Formula Tubeless Light – 25mm Continental GP 5000 S TR – 28mm Schwalbe Pro One TLE HS 493 – 30mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR (Black Sidewall Only) – 32mm
Maxxis Padrone TR – 25mm Giant Gavia AC 0 Kevlar Tubeless – 28mm Schwalbe One TLE HS 462 – 30mm Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR – 32mm
Giant Gavia AC 1 TLC Tubeless – 28m Specialized S-Works Turbo 2BR 2Bliss T2/T5 – 30mm WTB Exposure – 32mm
Maxxis High Road HYPR TR 170 TPI – 25mm Giant Race 1 TLC Tubeless – 28mm Vittoria Corsa Control TLR – 30mm*
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR SL – 24mm* Goodyear Eagle All-Season – 28mm Vittoria Rubino Pro TLR – 30mm
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR – 24mm* Hutchinson Sector – 28mm Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR – 30mm
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR SL – 26mm* IRC Formula Pro Tubeless Light – 28mm WTB Exposure – 30mm
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR – 26mm* IRC Formula Pro Tubeless RBCC – 28mm
Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR – 24mm* Kenda Valkyrie – 28mm
Pirelli Cinturato Velo TLR – 26mm* Maxxis Padrone – 28mm
Schwalbe Pro One TLE HS 493 – 25mm Pirelli Cinturato Velo – 28mm
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR – 28mm
Schwalbe One TLE HS 462 – 25mm Schwalbe One TLE HS 462 – 28mm
Specialized S-Works Turbo Rapidair 2Bliss Ready – 26mm Schwalbe Pro One TLE HS 493 – 28mm
VeloFlex Corsa EVO TLR – 25mm Specialized S-Works Turbo RapidAir 2Bliss Ready – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa Speed TLR – 25mm* Specialized S-Works Turbo 2BR 2Bliss T2/T5 – 28mm
Vittoria Rubino Pro TR Graphene 2.0 – 25mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Durable TR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa Control TR Graphene 2.0 – 25mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa Speed TR Graphene 2.0 – 25mm VeloFlex Corsa EVO TLR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa NEXT TLR – 26mm Vittoria Rubino Pro TLC – 28mm*
Vittoria Corsa Graphene 2.0 – 25mm Vittoria Rubino Pro TLC – 28mm*
Vittoria Corsa Control TLR – 28mm*
Vittoria Corsa NEXT TLR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa TR Graphene 2.0 – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa Control TR Graphene 2.0 – 28mm
Zipp Tangente RT28 – 28mm
Bontrager AW2 Hard Case Lite TLR – 28mm
Bontrager R3 Hard Case Lite TLR – 28mm
* Tire manufacturer does not cite “Hookless/Straight-Sidewall (TSS)” compatibility with this tire model. Proceed at your own risk and/or contact tire manufacturer for further guidance.

Smart ENVE System (SES) Tire Compatibility

Models: SES 2.2, SES 3.4, SES 5.6, SES 7.8, SES Disc Wheel

Tubeless Rim Type: Hooked-Bead
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes
Inner Rim Width Dimension: 18-20.5mm
Aero Optimized Tire Size Recommendation: 25mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: 23mm to 32mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: 120psi

There are no limitations on tire compatibility with these wheel models. Your ENVE SES wheels may be set up and run with inner-tubes and non-tubeless tires or tubeless (TL) and tubeless ready (TLR) tires alike. We recommend the use of a Tubeless (TL) or Tubeless Ready (TLR) 700x25c tire set up tubeless to maximize aerodynamics, rolling resistance, crosswind stability, and your ride experience.

Non-Tubeless Setup (i.e. I want to run inner-tubes) – Each ENVE SES wheelset is delivered with one roll of RED, model specific, ENVE tested and approved tubeless rim tape. This tape should be installed regardless of whether you intend to run your wheels tubeless or not. Do not run cloth or plastic (including ENVE) non-tubeless compatible rim tape or strips. Plastic rim strips and cloth tapes are too thick, bridge the drop-center rim channel, and will make installation and removal of tires extremely difficult. Click here for our tubeless tape installation video.

Cotton and/or Natural Fiber Sidewall Tires – ENVE does NOT RECOMMEND the use of cotton or natural fiber sidewall non-tubeless tires with ENVE SES wheelsets for everyday use. These tires are intended for high-performance racing applications only. If you choose to run these tires, please inspect your tires after each ride for cuts, tears, and any signs of abrasion and/or wear in the sidewall and at the location of the rim/tire interface. If any wear and/or damage is identified, replace before riding. Riders who choose to run tires with cotton or natural fiber sidewalls do so at their own risk.

For a more optimized setup please visit our Tire Pressure charts to dial in your tire pressure.

Smart ENVE System Tire Compatibility – Hookless/Straight-Sidewall (TSS) Rims

Models: SES 3.4 AR, SES 4.5 ARSES 2.3 (2022), SES 3.4 (2022), SES 4.5 (2022), SES 6.7 (2022)

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall (TSS)
Inner Rim Width Dimension: 25mm – SES 3.4 AR, SES 4.5 AR, SES 3.4 (2022), SES 4.5 (2022), 23mm – SES 6.7 (2022), 21mm – SES 2.3 (2022)
Aero Optimized Tire Size Recommendation: 27-28mm (ENVE SES 27)
Tire Size Range Compatibility: 21-23mm Inner Rim Width = ≥ 25mm, 25mm Inner Rim Width = ≥ 27mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: 23-25mm Inner Rim Width = 80 psi/5.5 bar, 21mm Inner Rim Width = 90 psi/6.2 bar

Use tires listed as “Approved/Recommended” only with SES hookless road wheelsets. For tires listed as “Not Approved/Incompatible” we are working with the tire manufacturers so changes can be made to move tires on to the “Approved/Recommended” list. If a tire you would like to run is not listed, it does not mean that it is incompatible. Rather, we have not tested it yet. In the situation that you choose to run a tire that is not on the “Approved/Recommended” list, you do so at your own risk.

Please refer to our tire pressure recommendation chart  for optimal operating tire pressures and never exceed rim’s max rated pressure.

27-29c (for the best aerodynamic performance)
30-31c 32c 33-50c
ENVE SES Road – 27mm

ENVE SES Road – 31mm Continental GP5000 S TR – 32mm These tires sizes are compatible, but will eliminate aerodynamic advantage of the rim profile.
ENVE SES Road – 29mm Challenge Strada Bianca TLR – 30c Goodyear Eagle All-Season – 32mm If your intention is to run these tire sizes on a regular basis, the G Series G23 is better suited for these tires and applications. 
ENVE Raceday - 27mm Continental GP5000 S TR – 30mm

Hutchinson Challenger TLR 32mm 

Please refer to tire pressure chart for recommendation and max pressure rating.
ENVE Raceday - 29mm Goodyear Eagle All-Season – 30mm Maxxis Re-Fuse – 32mm Max tire pressures for tires in this size range will be between 35-60psi/2.4-4.1bar.
Bontrager R3 Hard Case Lite TLR – 28mm Kenda Valkyrie Pro TLR – 30mm Michelin Power Road TLR – 32mm
Challenge Strada Pro TLR – 27mm Mavic Yksion Elite Allroad UST – 30mm Panaracer Gravel King Slick TLC – 32mm
Challenge Paris Roubaix TLR – 27mm Schwalbe G-One Speed – 30mm Pirelli Cinturato Velo – 32mm
Continental GP5000 S TR – 28mm Schwalbe One TLE HS 462 – 30mm Schwalbe Pro One Addix TLE Race – 32mm
Giant Gavia AC 0 Kevlar Tubeless – 28mm Schwalbe Pro One TLE HS 493 – 30mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Durable TR – 32mm
Giant Gavia AC 1 TLC Tubeless – 28mm Specialized S-Works Turbo 2BR 2Bliss T2/T5 – 28mm Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR (Black Sidewall Only) – 32mm
Hutchinson Challenger TLR 28mm Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR – 30mm
Hutchinson Sector – 28mm Vittoria Rubino Pro TLR – 30mm Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR – 32mm
IRC Formula Pro Tubeless RBCC – 28mm Vittoria Corsa Control TLR – 30mm WTB Exposure – 32mm
IRC Formula Pro Tubeless Light – 28mm WTB Exposure – 30mm
Kenda Valkyrie – 28mm
Maxxis Padrone – 28mm
Michelin Power Road TLR – 28mm
Pirelli Cinturato Velo – 28mm
Pirelli P Zero Race TLR – 28mm
Schwalbe One TLE HS 462 – 28mm
Schwalbe Pro One TLE HS 493 – 28mm
Specialized S-Works Turbo RapidAir 2Bliss Ready (2020) – 28mm
Specialized S-Works Turbo 2BR 2Bliss T2/T5 – 28mm
Teravail Rampart All-Road Durable TR – 28mm
Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR – 28mm
Teravail Rampart All-Road Light/Supple TR – 28mm
VeloFlex Corsa EVO TLR – 28c
Vittoria Rubino Pro TLC – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa TLR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa NEXT TLR – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa TR Graphene 2.0 – 28mm
Vittoria Corsa Control TR Graphene 2.0 – 28mm
Zipp Tangente RT28 – 28mm
Bontrager AW2 Hard Case Lite TLR – 28mm

Foundation AG Tire Compatibility

Operating pressures required for gravel performance fall well below the max pressure ratings of the G Series and Foundation AG wheel models, the only requirements when choosing a tire to pair with your G Series or Foundation AG model wheels are: 

  • Tire must be tubeless compatible (even if you plan to run innertubes).
  • Tire pressure must never exceed the rim’s max pressure rating. These pressures are indicated on the rim’s valve stem decal and on the ENVE Tire Pressure page.

Models: G23 (700c), G27 (650b)

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire
Inner Rim Width Dimension: G23=23mm, G27=27mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: G23 ≥ 28mm, G27 ≥ 42mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: G23 = 60psi/4.1bar (32mm tire), G27 = 40psi/2.75bar (42mm tire)

Please note that the internal rim width of the G23 is 23mm and intended for use with tubeless ready tires ≥ 28mm with 40mm tires being the primary focus of the design. The G27 features a 27mm internal width that is intended for pairing with tires ≥ 42mm with 55mm/2.0” tires being the target tire width for this rim.

Due to the straight sidewall/hookless design of this rim and inherent high volume design, it is important to understand that not all tires are created equal and for that reason one should pay special attention to the pressure ratings of both the tire and the rim.

G23 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 32MM TIRE = 60psi/4.1bar
G27 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 42MM TIRE = 40psi/2.75bar

Models: AG25 (700c), AG28 (650b)

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire
Inner Rim Width Dimension: AG25=25mm, AG28=28mm
Tire Size Range Compatibility: AG25 ≥ 36mm, AG28 ≥ 45mm
Rim’s Maximum Tire Pressure: AG25 = 55 psi/3.79 bar (32mm – 40mm tire) 50 psi/3.44 bar (41mm-50mm), AG28 = 40 psi/3.10 bar (45mm tire)

Please note that the internal rim width of the AG25 is 25mm and intended for use with tubeless ready tires ≥ 36mm with 40mm tires being the primary focus of the design. The AG28 features a 28mm internal width that is intended for pairing with tires ≥ 45mm with 55mm/2.0” tires being the target tire width for this rim.

Due to the straight sidewall/hookless design of this rim and inherent high volume design, it is important to understand that not all tires are created equal and for that reason one should pay special attention to the pressure ratings of both the tire and the rim.

AG25 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 32MM- 40MM TIRE = 55 psi/3.79 bar41MM – 50MM = 50 psi/3.44 bar
AG28 – MAX PRESSURE FOR A 45MM TIRE = 45 psi/3.10 bar

IN THE CASE THAT TIRE AND RIM MAX PRESSURES ARE DIFFERENT. THE LOWER OF THE TWO PRESSURES BECOMES THE DEFAULT MAX PRESSURE FOR THE SYSTEM.

THE MAX PRESSURE RATING FOR EACH RIM WILL DECREASE AS YOUR TIRE VOLUME/SIZE INCREASES. REFER TO RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE CHART.

For a more optimized setup please visit our Tire Pressure charts to dial in your tire pressure.

Mountain Tire Compatibility

Models: M525, M630, M635, M640, M685, M730, M735, M735E, M930, AM30

Tubeless Rim Type: Hookless/Straight-Sidewall
Inner-Tube Compatible: Yes, Only with Tubeless/Tubeless Ready Tire

Inner Rim Width Dimension:

M525 = 25mm
AM30, M630, M730, M930 = 30mm
M635, M735, M735 E = 35mm
M640 = 40mm
M685 = 85mm

Tire Size Range Suggestions:

M525 = 2.1”–2.4”
AM30, M630, M730, M930 = 2.3”–2.6”
M635, M735, M735 E = 2.5”–2.8”
M640 = 2.8”–3.2”
M685 = 3.8″–4.5”

For a more optimized setup and ride experience please visit our M Series Tire Pressure Chart to dial in your tire pressure.

Why Hookless

At ENVE we’ve chosen a hookless design for our tubeless compatible SES AR, Foundation, G Series, and M Series wheelsets. The hookless design allows us to build our tubeless compatible rims to more exacting tolerances, ensuring your tubeless setup is reliable and confidence inspiring.

TIRE PRESSURE CHART

Everything about the design and construction of your ENVE wheelset exists for this purpose. However, no matter how good your wheelset is, or how talented you are as a rider, running the wrong tire pressure will make you slower and compromise your ride experience. With that in mind, take a look at the tire pressure charts below to ensure that you’re in the right ballpark when it comes to the tire pressures you’re running.