Your tyre choice can completely transform your ride. That’s why we have been obsessed with tyres since 1974. Did you know, our first product ever, was a tyre? The Specialized Touring Tyre launched in 1976. From the feel of the road (or trail) to how fast and confident you roll, gravel bike tyres are key to your performance.

Before diving into tread and pressure, there’s one crucial detail: **your bike’s tyre clearance—**you can’t run big tyres without room for them. That’s why we gave the all-new Diverge 4 clearance for up to 2.2" tyres—plenty of space to go wide when the terrain demands comfort and traction, or run narrower rubber for speed on hardpack. Bottom line? More clearance = more options.

This guide will help you understand how tyre volume, tread pattern, and tyre pressure impact your ride—and how to pick the perfect gravel tyre for your terrain. Then we’ll break down three standout Specialized tyres designed for everything from hardpack to rowdy trail.

Pick Tyres Based on Your Terrain

Meet the Specialized Gravel Tyre Lineup