Tufo S3 Lite 650c / 26" x 21mm Tubular Tyre - Racing Wheelchair & Handcycle - Black
Under 200g | 115-220 psi | SPC Silica Tread | Made in Czech Republic | Price Per Tyre
The Tufo S3 Lite is the go-to tubular tyre for competitive wheelchair racing and handcycling at the highest levels. Used by Paralympic and paratriathlon athletes worldwide, it is purpose-built for smooth racing surfaces where minimum rolling resistance, maximum pressure, and guaranteed weight specification matter. Tufo manufactures the S3 Lite in the Czech Republic and it is widely regarded as the benchmark tubular in wheelchair racing.
The 650c (26") x 21mm size is the standard rear wheel size for racing wheelchairs and is also used on handcycles. Price is per tyre. I have four available - if you need multiple tyres, please message before purchasing and I can arrange combined postage.
Key Features
- Extreme inflation pressure: Rated to 220 psi maximum - the high pressure capability is key to minimising rolling resistance on smooth race surfaces
- Guaranteed weight specification: Tufo guarantees each tyre meets its stated weight - under 200g for the 650c size. Consistent weight matters for wheel balance on racing equipment
- SPC Silica tread compound: Combined with a high composite carbon tread, the silica compound allows a thinner tread while maintaining mileage and performance
- Puncture proof ply: A protective ply under the tread also acts as a wear indicator - a different colour becomes visible when the tread is worn
- Puncture repair with sealant: Small punctures can be sealed with Tufo's tubular sealant injected through the valve - no need to remove and re-glue a tubular for minor punctures
- High TPI casing: 120 TPI in the sidewall area, 240 TPI under the tread - a supple, responsive casing
- Made in Czech Republic: Tufo has manufactured tubular tyres in the Czech Republic for decades - a genuine performance tyre from a respected specialist manufacturer
Specifications
- Brand: Tufo
- Model: S3 Lite
- Type: Tubular
- Size: 650c / 26" / 571 x 21mm
- Width: 21mm
- Weight: Under 200g (guaranteed)
- Pressure: 8-15 bar / 115-220 psi
- TPI: 120 (sidewall) / 240 (under tread)
- Tread compound: SPC Silica
- Construction: Puncture proof ply + protective rubber ply
- Colour: Black
- Country of manufacture: Czech Republic
- EAN: 8592723001539
Intended Use
- Racing wheelchair rear wheels - the 650c x 21mm is the standard rear wheel size for push-rim racing wheelchairs
- Handcycles - front and rear wheel applications
- Junior racing chairs
- Suitable for smooth paved surfaces - road racing, track, paratriathlon, time trial
- Compatible with Corima, Zipp, Top End, and other major racing wheelchair wheel brands
Condition
Brand New: Unused, in original Tufo packaging. Stock has been stored correctly.
Australian Stock - Dispatched from Albury-Wodonga, NSW. International shipping available. Tufo S3 Lite tubular tyre, 650c / 26" x 21mm, black. Under 200g, 115-220 psi, SPC Silica tread, 120/240 TPI. For racing wheelchairs and handcycles. Made in Czech Republic. Brand New in original packaging. Price per tyre - four available, message for combined postage on multiple tyres.