The new down-country tire Vittoria Syerra is unstoppable uphill and relentless on descents. Syerra is the choice for aggressive riders who seek performance and reliability in a reasonably lightweight package that performs well above its weight class. The Syerra was designed for the most demanding XC trails, as well as for all-day adventures, tackling mountain passes and descents in technical terrain, making it the best choice for the increasingly popular down-country segment in mountain biking. XC trails have become much more technical and challenging lately. Thanks to its enhanced robustness, the Syerra allows for more confidence, fun, and ease on such XC trails. The Syerra is also a solid choice for light trail use. Because the Syerra provides increased comfort, it also facilitates long rides in the mountains. Essentially, the Syerra is an excellent tire for all types of mountain biking, where more comfortable tires make everything easier and more enjoyable. The tire profile of the Syerra shares design DNA with both the Agarro and the Mazza, but the weight is reduced, and the rolling behavior has been improved. The pronounced shoulders and a defined side channel provide secure grip in corners and quick responsiveness, allowing the progressive drainage width to easily maintain a line in hanging corners. Generous gaps are combined with strategically placed tread surface drainage; this enables the Syerra to climb over rocky surfaces with loose gravel and self-clean on the next round. These drainage features are integrated into Vittoria's tread blocks with bridges that allow the tire to maintain speed while providing a sharp effective edge for climbing and braking maneuvers.