Hutchinson Challenger review - tan wall tires built for distance

The Hutchinson Challenger tires are durably built for long distances

Hutchinson Challenger Tires mounted on Prime Doyenne wheels
(Image credit: Jack Elton-Walters)
Cycling Weekly Verdict

Good value tires that have ridden well for hundreds of kilometers, while their aesthetically pleasing tan sidewalls have improved the appearance of my bike.

Reasons to buy
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    Good puncture resistance

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    Confident grip when cornering

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    Look good

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    Durable

Reasons to avoid
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    A bit hard to get on Prime rims

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    Central compound can slip a bit on wet climbs

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Called in to accompany the Prime Doyenne 56 wheels I have been reviewing, the Hutchinson Challenger tires have proved to be a good partner for a fast pair of wheels. Covering more than 500km, I haven’t punctured once, despite riding over some rough road surfaces, past freshly cut hedgerows and through a lot of post-rain road grit. The tires are also showing little sign of wear, with just surface dirt to show for the distance they’ve covered. Durably built for long distances, the Challengers are among the best road bike tires we've tested. 

Hutchinson Challenger: Construction

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