{"product_id":"alienation-tcs-138-bmx-tire-20x23-tubeless","title":"Alienation TCS 138 BMX Tire - 20 x 2.30, Tubeless Ready, Folding Bead, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alienation TCS 138 is a street-focused BMX tire built for riders who want better grip, stronger sidewall support, and tubeless-ready performance without unnecessary bulk. This is a smooth tread urban and street tire designed for pavement, skatepark use, and technical street riding where predictable traction matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe directional tread pattern uses a micro-knurled surface with directional siping to create more grip edges while maintaining low rolling resistance. A dual compound design keeps the center firm for durability and speed, while softer shoulders improve cornering grip and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a dirt jump or loose terrain tire—it is purpose-built for street use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Functional Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 x 2.30 street-specific BMX tire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubeless Compatible System (TCS) ready bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding bead construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional tread pattern for predictable grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro-knurled surface with directional siping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual compound with firm center and softer shoulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced sidewalls for street riding durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow rolling resistance smooth tread design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for BMX street, park, and urban riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlienation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTCS 138\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 x 2.30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e406\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBead Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubeless Folding Bead (TBLS - Fold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (TCS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTPI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 TPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e540g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTread Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth \/ Street Specific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReflective Sidewall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Technical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e BMX street riding, skatepark riding, urban sessions, pump tracks, and pavement-focused freestyle setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot A Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e dirt jump, loose gravel, trail riding, or riders wanting aggressive off-road tread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTubeless compatibility depends on proper rim setup. Not all BMX rims are designed for reliable tubeless conversion, so wheel compatibility should be confirmed before setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eService \/ Ownership Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tire works well for riders looking to reduce flats while improving street grip and ride feel. The reinforced sidewall helps with harsher urban riding, ledges, and repeated impacts where lightweight race tires often fail early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor riders moving from basic OEM BMX tires, this is a noticeable upgrade in grip and casing quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Use Signals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBest for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreet BMX riders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark riders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban freestyle riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump track riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubeless BMX conversions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirt jump trails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose off-road terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrail-style BMX use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy mud conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-ai=\"mechanic-insight\" style=\"display:none\"\u003e\nThe biggest buying mistake here is assuming \"tubeless ready\" means every BMX wheel can convert easily. Rim shape matters. Some stock BMX rims are not ideal for consistent tubeless sealing, especially under aggressive street riding pressure changes.\n\nThis tire is built for pavement grip and control. Riders coming from knobby park tires often notice faster rolling speed and better street predictability immediately.\n\nTypical customer searches:\nbest BMX street tire 20x2.3\ntubeless BMX tire for street riding\nsmooth BMX tire for skatepark\nfolding bead BMX tire 20 inch\n\nOften replacing:\nOEM stock BMX tires\nworn park tires\nheavy wire bead BMX tires\n\nRecommended shop pairings:\ntubeless setup with sealant\nrim tape conversion\nfresh tubes as backup\nwheel truing and spoke tension check\n\nCustomers comparing this often also look at:\nCult Vans Tire\nOdyssey Path Pro Tire\nFit FAF Tire\nDemolition Momentum Tire\nBSD Donnasqueak Tire\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alienation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53377518633274,"sku":"GG-TIRE-ALIENATION-TCS138-20X23-TBLS-BLK","price":53.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5735\/8394\/files\/591270.jpg?v=1777416826","url":"https:\/\/gograva.com\/products\/alienation-tcs-138-bmx-tire-20x23-tubeless","provider":"Grava Adventure Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}