Specialized Ground Control Control 2Bliss Ready T5 Tire

Overview

The Ground Control Control 2Bliss Ready T5 is a fast-rolling, highly versatile XC and trail tire designed for riders who demand speed without sacrificing grip. Its proven tread pattern transitions confidently from cross-country race courses to aggressive trail riding.

The Block-In-Block tread design features a taller inner block that penetrates loose terrain for traction, supported by a reinforced outer structure for improved cornering stability and braking control.

Built with a lightweight Control casing and Specialized’s fastest-rolling GRIPTON® T5 compound, this tire delivers race-ready efficiency with dependable durability.

Key Features

• Fast-rolling XC and trail tread design

• Block-In-Block tread for enhanced traction

• Lightweight Control casing construction

• GRIPTON® T5 compound for race-ready speed

• 2Bliss Ready (tubeless compatible)

• Foldable bead

Construction Details

• Casing: Control – 60 TPI XC construction

• Compound: GRIPTON® T5

• Bead: Foldable

• Tubeless: 2Bliss Ready (butyl-wrapped bead)

• Recommended PSI: 25–50

Available Sizes & Weights

• 26 x 2.35 – approx. 670g

• 27.5 x 2.35 – approx. 720g

• 29 x 2.2 – approx. 800g

• 29 x 2.35 – approx. 845g

Intended Use

• Cross Country racing

• Trail riding

• Mixed terrain

• Tubeless XC builds

Why It Matters

The Ground Control Control T5 is designed for riders who want efficient rolling speed paired with confident cornering grip. It’s a dependable choice for modern XC and light trail setups where performance and durability must coexist.