Mavic

Yksion Pro Powerlink Tire - Clincher

The Yksion Pro Powerlink Clincher Tire joins its front-specific counterpart, the Yksion Pro Griplink, in the center of Mavic's clincher hierarchy. It's also got the same low weight, a claimed 190g for the 23mm size, which is lighter than the base model Yksion and the top-end CXR-specific tires alike.

Low weight doesn't mean the Yksion Pro Powerlink is a lightweight when it comes to lifespan, though, as its higher durometer center strip gives it more longevity and a lower rolling resistance than the Griplink up front. Instead of the Griplink's Kevlar breaker, the Powerlink features nylon reinforcement, a move meant to further decrease the tire's rolling resistance. After all, as a rear-specific model, its first and last job is to convert watts to velocity.