Vittoria has just presented Vittoria's new range of cyclocross tires for the 2024-2025 season | A Dugast, which aim to become a new benchmark in the world of CX. These tires promise world-class performance combined with sustainable production, made in a state-of-the-art, zero-carbon factory.
To the future
The Victory | A Dugast Series is born from merger between Victoria and the Dutch A Dugast, a point of reference in the sector thanks to its handcrafted tubulars with cotton carcass.
"We are thrilled," said Stijn Vriends, President and CEO of Vittoria, "to present the Vittoria | A Dugast Series to our customers. This launch demonstrates our commitment to carrying A Dugast's legacy into the future, while maintaining Vittoria's high standards of innovation, sustainability, and quality. We are confident that these tires will set a new standard in the world of cyclocross."
Let's take a closer look at the main features of this important innovation.
Innovation and sustainable production
Vittoria states that they have been designed with the contribution of some of the best athletes on the cyclocross circuit, an ever-evolving environment. An example of the results of this research is the development of the first tubeless-ready Vittoria | A Dugast Series tires.
To ensure that innovation and sustainability go hand in hand, the company explained that the entire production of the line will take place within a new plant inaugurated in October 2023, the Vittoria Tyres Thailand 7.
It is a state-of-the-art zero-emission factory, which guarantees minimal environmental impact.
Continuity and constant supply
The famous A Dugast tires, which over the years have become a must-have among many athletes of all categories, will still remain available for enthusiasts. Furthermore Vittoria guarantees that it will provide a constant supply of the product, ensuring that athletes can always find what they need.
The new Vittoria series | A Dugast consists of five different models for as many surfaces and weather conditions, all with a 33 mm section and available in both tubular and tubeless-ready versions.
It starts from the A Dugast Pipistrello, for compact and fast terrain, up to the A Dugast Rhino for more challenging and muddy terrain.
Tubular and clincher
In the case of the tubular, the tread compound ensures high durability and low rolling resistanceThe neoprene lining provides added protection against water and mud. The intermediate layer is made made of 240 TPI cotton, which guarantees softness and comfort, as well as great puncture resistance and improved cornering grip at low pressures. The inner tube is made of latex, with a width of up to 32 mm.
The clincher has the same 2C/3C* compound as the tubular, with identical properties. Compared to the previous one, the clincher is tubeless ready and has an additional layer that increases its protection capacity, with a superior heel reinforcement against sharp edges.
The models tubeless-ready They are available on the Vittoria website at a price of 89,95 euros, while the tubular versions start from 94,95 euros.
