Voted #1 tread pattern 2 years in a row by MOUNTAIN BIKE ACTION Magazine! Downhill wire bead version has 2 ply construction and STICK-E Compound for better grip. Cross Country folding bead version is single ply with STICK-E Compound or DTC Dual Tread Compound . New FREERIDE wire bead version is single ply, Stick-E and added Butyl insert for extra strength and durability. Now available with NEW SIDE WALL SHIELD Technology on select sizes. Voted #1 tread pattern 2 years in a row by MOUNTAIN BIKE ACTION Magazine! Downhill wire bead version has 2 ply construction Cross Country folding bead version is single ply with STICK-E Compound or DTC Dual Tread Compound New FREERIDE wire bead version is single ply, Stick-E and added Butyl insert for extra strength NEW SIDE WALL SHIELD