The Michelin Wild Grip’R and Wild Race’R tires have always been popular with Mtbr users and are highly rated. Whether you use tubed, tubeless or 29er versions, they work well in most all mountain situations. And the big news for 2013 is that these same tires will be available in 650B versions.

Shown in this video, Nick Margadonna from Michelin gives us a quick look at the 650B prototype versions of these tires. The Michelin Wild Grip’R is shown in a 2.35 width and the Wild Race’R is shown in 2.25 width. When will they be available to eager mountain bikers? Check the end of the video for the expected availability timeline.

Michelin Wild Grip’R 650B

• All Terrain version
• 2.35 width
• 650B prototype tire

Michelin Wild Race’R 650B

• Faster Rolling
• 2.25 width
• 650B prototype tire

For more info: www.michelinbicycletire.com