René Herse 700C x 44 TC Corkscrew Climb Standard Bicycle Tire

The René Herse Corkscrew Climb 700x44C is a fast semislick tire for gravel when you want to combine low rolling resistance on hard surfaces with more grip when the road gets looser. The tire was developed in response to requests from gravel riders who wanted the speed of René Herse's slicks but better grip in corners, on loose gravel, and when the bike moves under hard acceleration.

Unlike many traditional semislicks, the Corkscrew Climb has no clear boundary between a smooth center section and aggressive side knobs. Instead, the tread gradually transitions toward the shoulders, giving it a rounded profile and more predictable grip when leaning the bike through corners. The first row of side knobs is anchored to the center tread for better stability, while René Herse's noise-dampening tread makes the tire unusually quiet on harder surfaces.

The Standard casing is René Herse's most affordable version, combining the supple feel the brand is known for with greater durability for regular gravel riding. The tire is 44-622, Tubeless Compatible, and made in Japan with classic tan sidewalls. An interesting choice for fast gravel, long gravel rides, and races where a pure slick feels too limited but a fully knobby tire is more than you need.

Quick Specs

• Model: René Herse Corkscrew Climb TC Standard
• Type: Semislick gravel tire
• Size: 700x44C / 44-622
• Construction: Folding clincher tire
• Tubeless Compatible: Yes
• Casing: Standard / Supple
• Recommended internal rim width: 17–28 mm
• Actual width on 20 mm internal rim width: Approximately 43 mm
• Actual width on 23 mm internal rim width: Approximately 44 mm
• Max pressure: 60 psi / 4 bar
• Weight: Approximately 517 g
• Sidewall: Tan
• Manufactured in Japan