What Is It?
The Maxxis Rambler 700×50C SilkShield Tubeless Ready is a wide gravel and adventure bicycle tyre designed to balance low rolling resistance on hardpack and asphalt with dependable traction on loose or variable surfaces. Its closely spaced, ramped centre knobs roll efficiently, while the more widely spaced side knobs provide predictable cornering grip.
The 700×50C version uses a 60 TPI folding casing, Dual Compound rubber, and SilkShield puncture protection, with Tubeless Ready (TR) construction. Maxxis lists the 700×50C SilkShield/TR version as part TB00172700, with a published weight of 675 g on its current Canadian specification page.
Key Benefits
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Wide 50C Profile: Provides additional comfort, grip, and stability on rough gravel.
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Gravel-Specific Tread: Closely spaced centre knobs promote efficient rolling, while larger side knobs improve cornering control.
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SilkShield Protection: Protective material extends from bead to bead, helping protect both the tread and sidewalls against punctures.
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Tubeless Ready: Allows lower pressures for improved traction and comfort while reducing the risk of pinch flats.
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Dual Compound: Balances rolling efficiency with cornering grip and durability.
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Folding Bead: Makes the tyre easier to transport and install compared with a wire-bead design.
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Versatile Use: Well suited to gravel roads, hardpack, backroads, and mixed-surface adventures.
Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product |
Maxxis Rambler |
| Size |
700×50C |
| ETRTO |
50-622 |
| TPI |
60 |
| Bead |
Folding |
| Compound |
Dual |
| Protection |
SilkShield |
| Tubeless |
Tubeless Ready (TR) |
| Part Number |
TB00172700 |
| Weight |
Approx. 675 g* |
| Colour |
Black |
| Application |
Dirt Road / Gravel |
*Published weight can vary slightly by production batch and market.
Compatible Bikes & Components
The Rambler 700×50C is suitable for:
- Gravel bikes
- Adventure bikes
- All-road bikes
- Bikepacking setups
- Touring bikes with sufficient tyre clearance
- 700C / 622 mm tubeless-compatible rims
For tubeless use, the rim must be compatible with the tyre and the system should be installed with appropriate tubeless sealant. Maxxis specifically recommends using sealant only with tyres designated Tubeless Ready.
Who Is This Best Suited For?
The Maxxis Rambler 700×50C SilkShield TR is ideal for:
- Gravel riders
- Bikepackers
- Adventure cyclists
- Long-distance touring riders
- Riders tackling mixed road and gravel surfaces
- Cyclists wanting more comfort and traction than a narrower gravel tyre provides
