Pirelli P ZERO™ Race TLR RS Retro Road Tyre

The Pirelli P ZERO™ Race TLR RS Retro delivers elite‑level road racing performance combined with a distinctive retro sidewall finish, offering riders the best of modern speed technology and timeless aesthetics. Developed in Italy alongside professional World Tour athletes, this tubeless road tyre is engineered to be faster, grippier, and more efficient than any previous P ZERO™ Race model.

Stocked by premium Brisbane bike shops and regularly chosen for race bike builds, tyre upgrades, and professional bicycle servicing across Queensland, the P ZERO™ Race TLR RS Retro is ideal for riders who want maximum performance without compromising style.

Pro‑Peloton Speed, Refined for Real‑World Riding

The RS Retro shares the same construction and performance characteristics as the P ZERO™ Race TLR RS, Pirelli’s flagship tubeless race tyre. By combining reduced rolling resistance with confident grip, this tyre delivers clear gains during accelerations, sustained efforts, and high‑speed race situations.

Its retro aesthetic makes it especially popular for modern‑classic road builds, titanium frames, and high‑end carbon bikes where appearance matters as much as speed.

SmartEVO² Compound for Maximum Grip and Efficiency

At the heart of the tyre is SmartEVO², Pirelli’s most advanced road racing compound. Built using motorsport‑derived smart polymers and produced near Pirelli’s global R&D headquarters in Italy, SmartEVO² delivers:

• Exceptional grip on both dry and wet surfaces
• Predictable braking and confident cornering
• Record‑low rolling resistance for its category

This compound allows riders to push harder with reassurance, even as road conditions change.

SpeedCORE™ Tubeless Construction

The SpeedCORE™ casing represents Pirelli’s most advanced tubeless‑ready technology. A thin, airtight rubber layer infused with aramid particles runs across the internal structure of the tyre, improving:

• Air retention stability
• Mechanical resistance against impacts
• Overall flexibility and ride quality

The result is a fast‑rolling, supple tubeless tyre optimised for modern wide carbon rims commonly used in performance setups around Brisbane.

Designed for Modern Wheel Systems

With a 120 TPI tubeless casing, the P ZERO™ Race TLR RS Retro is designed to function as part of a complete tyre‑and‑wheel system. It supports lower pressures for enhanced comfort, traction, and efficiency while maintaining race‑ready speed.

Hookless rim compatibility depends on specific wheel manufacturer approvals, which are normally verified during professional wheel and tyre setup services in Brisbane.

Sizes and Technical Specifications

Model: Pirelli P ZERO™ Race TLR RS Retro
Construction: 120 TPI tubeless‑ready
Compound: SmartEVO²
Manufacturing: Made in Italy

• 700 × 28C (ETRTO 622‑28) – 290 g
• 700 × 30C (ETRTO 622‑30) – 310 g
• 700 × 32C (ETRTO 622‑32) – 340 g

These sizes are optimised for modern rim widths and racing pressures, delivering an excellent balance of speed, grip, and comfort.

Ideal Riding Applications

• Road racing and criteriums
• Fast group rides and race training
• Performance‑focused endurance riding
• Riders seeking tubeless race performance with classic aesthetics