2026 Specialized Air Trak Grid Lite T5/T7 TLR XC Tire

Air Trak Grid Lite T5/T7 TLR XC TireAir Trak Grid Lite T5/T7XC Racing Hardpack TubelessDescriptionKey FeaturesSpecifications

The fastest way to the podium. Air Trak is Specialized’s lightest and fastest XC tire built for one purpose: pure speed on hardpack. Its fast-rolling tread cluster and high-speed center T5 compound ensure unmatched straight-line velocity, while grippier T7 compound on the sides delivers traction to maintain cornering speed. When sheer speed matters, Air Trak is the perfect choice.

• GRIPTON T5/T7 Dual Compound: T5 center for maximum straight-line speed, T7 sides for cornering traction.
• Fast-Rolling Center Knobs: Minimal resistance for unmatched acceleration and top speed on hardpack.
• Block-In-Block Outer Knobs: Supported outer knobs bite predictably for confident cornering.
• Grid Lite 60TPI Casing: Lightweight with sidewall protection fastest XC casing in the lineup.
• 60g Lighter: Significant weight savings vs previous generation for race-day advantage.
• 50% More Pinch-Flat Resistance: Paired with Control wheels for World Cup-winning durability.
• Tubeless Ready: Lower pressures, better traction, near-zero flats.

Use: XC racing. Best on hardpack. When speed is the only metric that matters.

T5/T7 Speed on Straights, Grip in CornersGRIPTON T5 in the center is Specialized’s fastest-rolling compound designed for maximum straight-line velocity. The high-speed T5 compound minimizes rolling resistance so you can carry more speed through the sections that matter most. T7 on the sides provides confident cornering traction without the drag of a full grip compound, keeping your corner speed high when it counts.60g Lighter The Lightest XC TireAt 680g for the 29×2.35″, the Air Trak Grid Lite is one of the lightest XC race tires available. The 60g weight reduction vs the previous generation directly translates to faster acceleration, easier handling, and lower rotational mass every advantage counts when you’re racing against the clock and your competition.Grid Lite Casing Speed Without SacrificeThe 60TPI Grid Lite casing delivers Specialized’s fastest XC construction while maintaining sidewall protection. Compared to the Flex Lite, the Grid Lite adds durability without the weight penalty of a trail casing. Paired with Control wheels, the Air Trak Grid Lite has contributed to multiple World Cup victories the combination requires 50% more force to pinch flat than the previous generation, so you can race with confidence.GeneralModelAir Trak Grid Lite T5/T7 TLR XCPositionFront & RearUseXC RacingTerrainHardpack ideal for race conditionsTypeTubeless Ready (TLR)Tread & CompoundCompoundGRIPTON T5 (center) / GRIPTON T7 (shoulder) dual compoundTread DesignFast-rolling center knobs, Block-In-Block outer knobsCasing60TPI Grid Lite lightest XC casing with sidewall protectionWeights29 x 2.35″680gPerformanceWeight Savings60g lighter than previous generationPinch Flat Resistance50% more force to flat with Control wheelsfunction showPanel(id, btn) { document.querySelectorAll(‘.spur-panel’).forEach(p => p.classList.remove(‘active’)); document.querySelectorAll(‘.spur-tab’).forEach(t => t.classList.remove(‘active’)); document.getElementById(‘panel-‘ + id).classList.add(‘active’); btn.classList.add(‘active’);}