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WTB Vigilante Tyre
TCS Light vs TCS Tough
TCS Light tires feature a single-ply casing whereas TCS Tough tires are dual-ply. XC and trail riders often choose TCS Light tires for their minimal weights while enduro, gravity and e-bike riders prefer TCS Tough for the additional durability and cornering support. Some riders opt for TCS Light on the front where weight is more noticeable and TCS Tough on the rear where a burlier tire is beneficial. Most of our TCS Light mountain tires feature SG2 technology, which provides a protective nylon insert spanning the entire sidewall to provide extra puncture protection without the weight of a dual-ply casing.
Fast Rolling vs High Grip
Fast Rolling tires feature a fast and efficient centerline (shown in orange) compound, paired with a softer, but still efficient, compound for the side knobs (purple). Fast Rolling tires prioritize speed and efficiency above all else. High Grip tires feature noticeably softer centerline (yellow) and side knob compounds (green) to increase grip and confidence. High Grip tires prioritize traction in all conditions.
TPI Explained
TPI is an abbreviation for "threads per inch." The higher the tpi, the thinner and lighter the casing will be. 30tpi is our thickest casing option, providing the most durability, which ends up weighing the most but costing the least. 120tpi is our thinnest, lightest and most supple casing. 60tpi is our most common casing option, as it provides mid-level protection, durability and ride quality at a modest weight.
Compounds
The more layers of rubber present in the tread, the better control we have over the ride characteristics. TriTec compound features three layers to provide optimal levels of traction, support, and durability. A base of high durometer rubber supports the entire tread and is capped by medium stiffness center knobs and softer side knobs. Dual DNA features two compounds to provide an efficient centerline with softer rubber side knobs. DNA compound uses a single layer of rubber across the whole tread to provide consistent traction and maximize durability.
Protection Layers
SG1 is a two-part solution: a puncture protection layer that defends the tyre face against sharp objects and Inner Peace+ technology (IP+), which boosts the apex bead protection to 15mm, shielding the bead and reinforcing the side wall. SG1 tyres also feature WTB’s TriTec compound, a mix of three rubbers that offer the qualities needed in different areas - toughness, traction or somewhere in between.
SG2 defends all surfaces of a tire by providing an uninterrupted layer of puncture protection from bead to bead. Flat Guard features an extra layer of rubber beneath the entire tread to provide even more rubber where tires are most likely to be punctured.
Overview
Dubbed “Sticky, durable and pliable” by MTBR magazine, the Vigilante 2.3 Tyre is a must-have for trail and enduro riders looking for maximum support at high speeds. It features square, evenly spaced knobs that grip like crazy, with reinforcement and height at the sides for extra cornering bite.
Key Features
- NOW AVAILABLE IN WTB'S TOUGHEST SG1 COMPOUND
- A front-focused trail/enduro tyre that will reach high speeds on all terrains, in all conditions
- Prominent, square-lugged knobs are consistently spaced, to punch the ground
- With elevated side knobs that won’t fold under cornering forces
- Perpendicular siping on side knobs enhances braking traction
- Dual DNA Compound is firmer rubber at centre for better rolling, soft on sides for traction
- Tubeless ready, with WTB’s Tubeless Compatible System
- Choice of light single-ply TCS Light or durable double-ply TCS Tough casing
- Option for SG2 puncture protection on TCS Light tyres
Product information
You have 30 days to return your item from when it reaches you
If you wish to return a product under warranty, please see our Saddleback Warranty Information page for more information.
- Free standard delivery (3-5 working days) on orders over £45.
- Standard delivery (3-5 working days) on orders under £45 - £2.99
- Express delivery (1-2 working days) £4.99
For more information on delivery times and prices click here.
Holiday dates
Last order date for holiday despatch 20th December at 12:00.
Company closes 24 December at 17:00.
Company reopens 2 January at 08:30.
We will endeavour to deliver orders during the holiday period, however due to demand during this busy period, orders placed between the 23rd and 31st December will likely ship in the New Year.
Dubbed “Sticky, durable and pliable” by MTBR magazine, the Vigilante 2.3 Tyre is a must-have for trail and enduro riders looking for maximum support at high speeds. It features square, evenly spaced knobs that grip like crazy, with reinforcement and height at the sides for extra cornering bite.
Equally skilled at holding the trail in wet or dry conditions, this front-focussed tyre’s tread is regular enough to offer predictable stability and confidence during your ride, while standing up against the forces generated when riding flowing curves.
In fact, the side knobs are reinforced for just such occasions, thanks to the use of Dual DNA compound. Different rubber mixes are used to elevate the rolling speed and durability of the centreline, while the tyre edges remain soft and rebound slowly to meld to the shape of the trail.
Made for tubeless setup, this tyre features a choice of single-ply casing that offers cornering support and puncture resistance or strong, duel-ply casing for extra protection and reinforcement. Both types provide some sidewall support and puncture resistance, while the TCS Light casing may optionally be reinforced by the addition of SG2 puncture protection.
It comes in a choice of sizes, agile, snappy 26” or obstacle-crushing 29”, with a semi-fat 2.3” width, and can be depended upon to offer support and grip when you need it most. For best results, pair this front-focused tyre with the Trail Boss 2.25 rear.
More Information
Delivery
- Free Standard Delivery (3-5 working days) on orders over £45
- Standard delivery (3-5 working days) on orders under £45. - £2.99.
- Express delivery (1-2 working days) - £4.99
For more information on delivery times and prices click here.
Returns
Returning a product is free and easy using our Returns Portal, which allows you to send your product back to us by dropping off your return items at any one of over 7,400 CollectPlus locations around the UK.
You have 30 days to return your item from when it reaches you.
For more information on returning items click here.
About WTB
About Saddleback
Founded by real cycling enthusiasts in 2004, our passion for elite performance runs through everything we do at Saddleback. Our team of dedicated roadies, mountain bikers and triathletes practice what we preach to bring you the finest cycling products and a superior service to match. We're the official UK home of Abbey Bike Tools, Castelli, Chris King, ENVE, HJC, Moots Cycles, Pivot Cycles, PUSH, Sidi, Silca, Sportful, Stages, Troy Lee Designs and Wolf Tooth.
Warranty and Crash Replacement
In addition to our regular 100-day returns policy on unused items, all items purchased from www.saddleback.co.uk are covered by our full two-year warranty against manufacturing defects from date of purchase. We will exchange, refund or repair (at our discretion) items proven to exhibit manufacturing or material faults in line with fair wear and tear.