
Vittoria’s existing fast feeling, long lasting Mezcal is a hugely popular tire in the XCO and XC Marathon race scene and with ultra distance, FKT (fastest known time) and bikepacking riders too. The latest version comes with a new XC Race Formulation construction and compound that’s designed to make it more stable, tougher, faster and yet grippier in more conditions. That certainly sounds like a winning move, but how do they ride and compare to other leading XC rubber options on the trail?