Confidence Over Comfort: Why IRC’s G-Claw Makes Sense
IRC’s Boken G-Claw is a high-volume gravel tire built for 20–25 PSI—less chatter, more control, and real confidence on rough courses.
Washboard at 22 PSI changes the conversation. Instead of bracing through chatter, the bike floats—and your hands and head stay quieter.
IRC’s Boken G-Claw marks a philosophical shift for the brand: high-volume gravel meant to be ridden hard, not just rolled gently. The one spec that matters is pressure. With a supple 120 TPI casing designed to run 20–25 PSI, the tire reduces high-frequency vibration—the kind most correlated with hand fatigue and cognitive load late in long rides. Less noise to process means more bandwidth to ride efficiently.
The tread tells the rest of the story. A fast, low-profile center keeps paved connectors honest, while aggressive side knobs engage the moment you lean. It’s not light at ~610g, but weight matters less than control per watt on rough courses. For a busy dad sneaking in big-mile rides, confidence buys speed in ways carbon never will.
Lower pressure isn’t about comfort—it’s about traction stability and reduced neuromuscular fatigue.
Why It Matters 🧠
- 20–25 PSI capability smooths washboard and reduces hand fatigue
- High-volume casing increases control on loose, unpredictable gravel
- Fast center tread preserves efficiency on pavement and hardpack
- Confidence-first design favors finishing strong over marginal weight savings
Steve Brookshire
