As the Race Across Québec wrapped up, marking the climax of my season, I reflected on how my tire hunt began long before. At the start of the season, I needed a tire that could handle ultra distances riding through rough, crumbling tarmac during long endurance training days without sacrificing efficiency or comfort. The WTB Exposure 700c by 32 was sent to me for testing and it tackled every training block from smooth pavement to broken back roads right through to the race itself.
About WTB, the Brand
WTB has built a solid reputation for crafting adventure ready bike components that blend technology with real world performance. Their Exposure tire series embodies this philosophy, being lightweight yet durable, supple yet grippy, and designed with rider feedback for mixed surface exploration. WTB’s legacy of innovation shows through their thoughtful materials and purposeful construction.
The Exposure
The WTB Exposure is a high volume tubeless ready adventure road tire designed to combine smooth rolling efficiency with stability on rough roads. It features a slick centerline for low rolling resistance with hatched outer edges for cornering confidence on unpredictable surfaces. Available in wider sizes like 32 mm and 38 mm, the 32 mm version tested provides extra comfort and control over diverse terrain. The TCS tubeless compatible casing allows lower tire pressures for better traction and ride comfort. The tire also includes WTB’s SG2 puncture protection layer, which reinforces the casing to reduce the risk of flats without adding excessive weight. The supple casing plus Distance plus dual compound rubber balances durability and traction. Weight and pressure specs for this tire are approximately 314 g and inflates to 35 to 65 psi depending on size.
Testing Over 1,000 km and Ultra Rides
I put the Exposure 32 mm through over 1,000 km of testing on a mix of surfaces including fast road sections, rough tarmac, hard pack gravel, and stone dust. It rode efficiently while offering a forgiving feel on varied terrain without sacrificing speed. The slick center combined with the high volume tubeless setup provided comfort and stability even on long uneven stretches. During the Race Across Québec, the Exposure’s predictable cornering and reliable traction kept handling precise and confidence high throughout the ride.
Conclusion
The WTB Exposure 700 by 32 tire is an excellent choice for ultra distance and mixed surface riders seeking speed, comfort, and reliability. Its smooth rolling core, adaptive tubeless design, and dual compound build create a tire that is fast, supple, and able to handle the unpredictability of adventure roads. After over 1,000 km of varied riding and ultra race performance, the Exposure proved itself worthy of serious consideration. If you are planning endurance rides or exploring rough roads and want a worry free tire that performs across all conditions, the Exposure delivers.
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