PIRELLI SCORPION XC R CLASSIC 29X2.40 (çift 2 adet)

The Pirelli Scorpion™ XC RC 29×2.40 is a World Cup-level cross-country racing tire designed for modern, technical XC courses.¹ Following the 2025 refresh, this tire has become lighter and faster, specifically optimized for wider 30mm internal rims.²

Current 2026 Model Overview

The latest iteration (released in late 2024/2025) features the Race XC compound, which Pirelli claims is roughly 9% more rolling-efficient and 12% lighter than the original version.³

Key Performance Insights

• The “Race XC” Compound: Unlike many competitors who use multiple rubber layers, Pirelli uses a single compound throughout. This means the grip remains consistent even as the tire wears down, rather than becoming slippery once the top layer is gone.

• Wet Grip Performance: This tire is widely regarded as having superior wet-weather traction compared to rivals like the Maxxis Aspen. The SmartGRIP/Race XC rubber is “sticky” even on wet roots and rocks.

• Rolling Resistance: While extremely fast off-road, some independent tests (like Bicycle Rolling Resistance) suggest it has higher rolling resistance on tarmac compared to the Vittoria Mezcal or Schwalbe Rick XC. It is a “pure dirt” tire.

• Volume & Pressure: The 2.4″ width is a “true” high-volume tire. This allows you to run lower pressures (typically 1.3 – 1.6 bar for a 75kg rider), which increases traction on technical climbs and reduces fatigue.