Those who know the XC track at Offenburg know why the Speed King was developedHard, dry terrain where only one thing counts: Speed,Semi slick profile profile offers minimal rolling resistance and weight,The lightly raised outer lugs give enough grip to maintain good speed when cornering,The centre area is made up of flat, wedge shaped lugs which keep rolling resistance low, but still provide drive when needed,The large 2.2 RaceSport carcass offers reliable puncture protection and can be ridden with a lower tyre pressure,Black Chili Compound offers superb grip,The extreme properties of this tyre have their price: Lower mileage and a limited wet grip,A pedigree racer,Folidng tyre,Handmade in Germany,Weight: 430 grams.
The Sprinter is a fast tyre for shorter road events like criteriums,Black Chili compound offers exceptionally low rolling resistance and light weight to ensure a fast and supple ride, with excellent feedback and grip,Supple grippy nature of the tyre inspires cornering confidence,3-ply construction with the addition of a single layer nylon puncture resistant breaker belt,Handmade in Germany,Weight: 275 grams.
Key Features:Now firmly into the second period of its reign, the Mountain King II strengthens its rule over the all round trail bike market,Superb braking traction and optimum cornering are guaranteed in all types of conditions,The ProTection casing adds extra all-round puncture protection, leaving tread and sidewalls equally protected,The tread lug arrangement was developed in collaboration with professional mountain bikers, resulting in an exceptionally light yet positively tough trail tyre,Trail riders, Cross Country racers, Alpine tourists and Marathon riders - this is a serious intermediate tyre option,Handmade in Germany,Constructed from 4 plies, totalling 240 TPI,Weight of 670 grams,Colour: Black,Wheel Diameter: 26 inches.
Thanks to its DuraSkin anti-tear fabric, the Grand Prix 4 Season holds up under extreme conditions. In the Paris Roubaix race, the Hell of the North, cyclists equipped with DuraSkin enhanced tyres have the fewest tyre related problems during the race. Incorporating Conti's special wear resistant carbon compound, the tyre is characterised by very good mileage performance as well as excellent adhesion on wet roads and at low temperatures. Vectran™ Breaker Vectran is a synthetically manufactured high-tech fibre from a natural model. Like spider silk, Vectran is a liquid-crystalline polymer (LCP). Vectran is spun from melted liquid polymer Vectra and processed further to a multi-strand thread. Spider silk, like Vectran, has an enormous tear resistance at a very low weight – exactly the right properties to process into a premium Continental bike tyre as a puncture protection insert. A Vectran Breaker is lighter, more flexible and protects more effectively against cuts than the comparable nylon breaker. Vectran Breaker does not adversely affect the rolling resistance. DuraSkin Tyres with DuraSkin sidewall protection have to be able to roll with the punches. They are used under the harshest conditions. The high-quality polyamide fabric protects the tyre casing against the worst conditions. These tyres stand out thanks to their brown sidewalls
The UK's favourite training tyreA durable, fast yet tough tyre at a really nice price. The Duraskin external mesh forms a protective sheild over the entire casing to prevent cuts, puntures and abrasions. The slick German made natural rubber tread is designed to perform well in wet/wintery conditions.Intended for high mileage winter training for serious cyclists in a host of sizes.The Only tyre you need for your winter / training bikeDuraskin cut-resistant layer from bead to beadQuality German made natural rubber treadPraised by both the press and thousands of satisfied users.
Continental Top Contact II Road TyreThe Continental Top Contact II Road Bike Tyre features an improved tread pattern for a smoother cornering feel and even faster rolling.Just like its predecessors, it is ahead of its time thanks to new materials and design features. State of the art polymers in the rubber compound, Vectran breaker belts under the tread for the best and lightest puncture protection available in bicycle tyres today, and the prevailing German production quality all work to set the Top Contact apart from other tyres.Features:Durable 3ply/180 threads per inch polyamide casingHigh puncture resistance thanks to the cut resistant Vectran BreakerExcellent performance on all kinds of surfaces due to the smooth centre and siped shoulder blocksOptimised tread compound for fast rolling, improved grip and high mileageReflective sidewalls for added road safetyBuy Continental Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Continental's Terra Speed is their answer to the needs of gravel riders and racers who want a fast, robust tyre that performs well across a range of surfaces. With an emphasis on speed rather than all-out grip, the Terra Speed is a great choice for riders who value speed above all else.Low-profile tread design rolls well on hard surfaces and grips in looser terrainBlackChili rubber compound rolls quickly and grips tenaciously while lasting longerProtection layer improves puncture resistanceRevolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless setup a breezeHandmade in GermanyWith the gravel riding craze showing no signs of abating, the Terra Speed was designed with adventures of the beaten path in mind. The low-profile tread design rolls well on the road or hard-pack surfaces, while still offering decent purchase on looser terrain. This helps it corner, climb and brake with confidence. Further boosting grip and reducing rolling resistance is Continental's signature BlackChili rubber compound. Using special synthetic rubbers combined with proven natural rubbers, BlackChili offers excellent grip, low-rolling resistant and is also extremely durable, last much longer than traditional rubber compounds. The Protection layer further improves durability by reducing punctures and pinch flats, while the Revolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless conversion a breeze. If you are looking for a fast, versatile tyre for your gravel bike, the Continental Terra Speed is a great choice.
Thanks to its Duraskin anti-tear fabric and two Vectran anti puncture strips, the Grand Prix 4-Season holds up under extreme conditions. In the Paris- Roubaix race, the "Hell of the North", cyclists equipped with Duraskin enhanced tyres have the fewest tyre related problems during the race. Incorporating special wear resistant carbon compound, the tyre is characterized by very good mileage performance as well as excellent adhesion on wet roads and at low temperatures. A double Vectran Breaker belt under the tread raises the puncture and cut protection to the highest level available on the market. Featuring a total of five piles beneath the tread, plus a sixth Duraskin layer, it's ideal for rough sportives and generally bad road conditions.All Weather Performance TyreLightweight and tough folding Kevlar beadUltra Fine Polyamide CasingDuraSkin Mesh Layer Fabric On SidewallsDouble Vectran Anti Puncture BeltConstructed From 5 Plies Totalling 430 tpi
Whether you're commuting through the snow and ice or touring during the winter, this folding winter tyre offers exceptional performance on your road bike. It features an optimised tread pattern that ensures maximum traction on snow and wet surfaces. Designed to operate best at temperatures between -25°C and +7°C, this tyre is also equipped with Continental's Vectran Breaker anti-puncture belt beneath the tread. This means that you'll benefit from its fantastic rolling resistance, handling characteristics and reliable protection against cuts and punctures on your travels. One final benefit of this model is its reflective sidewalls, which give you additional safety during dark winter nights and dusky days. Technologies: Vectran Breaker: Vectran is a synthetically manufactured high-tech fibre from a natural model. Vectran has an enormous tear resistance at a very low weight: Exactly the right properties to process into a premium Continental bicycle tyre, such as the Grand Prix 5000 as a puncture protection insert. A Vectran Breaker is lighter, more flexible and protects more effectively against cuts than the comparable nylon breaker. Vectran Breaker does not adversely affect the rolling resistance.
Continental Terra Trail Folding TL Tyre (ProTection)Developed for versatility, this high-quality tyre offers fantastic grip on rough terrain, whether you're on a long tour or the shortcut home through the forest. It features Continental's BlackChili compound, which offers a unique tread that's only produced in Germany. This model's tread is the nobbiest in the series and it's designed to get you through the rough and unpredictable terrain with ease. Continental has also equipped this model with ProTection Technology, which gives you fantastic protection against punctures and cuts. One final highlight is it's tubeless-ready, so you can enjoy its superior stability and lower overall weight.Features: Material: BlackChili Use: MTB, E-bike (up to 25km/h) Puncture Protection: ProTection Bead: Folding TPI: 180 Tubeless Ready: Yes Wheel Size: Multiple options available Weight: 635gTechnologies: BlackChili Compound: Continental's unique tread compound, produced only in Germany, answers the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling. ProTection Technology: Protects sidewalls from snake bite punctures, while allowing the tyre to adhere to the trail ahead. Tubeless Ready: This additional puncture protection layer which completely encircles both tyre beads, makes out carcasses robust and impervious against damage and penetration from foreign objects. Greater comfort, grip and puncture protection from lower pressures, when installed with RevoSeal.Buy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Continental Kryptotal-R Enduro Soft MTB Rear TyreEngineered for tackling mixed terrain conditions on your ride, this mountain bike (MTB) tyre features a high-quality Soft Compound that ensures the best balance between grip and rolling resistance for gravity-focused disciplines.Coming equipped with a pattern design that's especially tailored for rear wheel use, this model offers the best performance in rear wheel specific requirements like braking, traction and track stability. Its balance of a positive profile and open areas is designed for best performance in complex terrains, so you can enjoy the sweet spot between grip, self-cleaning, adaptivity and rolling characteristics. The use of steep and shallow ramps is tailored to the area of application in mixed and loose terrain, giving you an excellent balance between harmonious, easy-rolling properties and power transmission.MTB Tyre with Enduro CasingNo stranger to the finer details, this MTB tyre comes kitted out with an Enduro Casing. Its durable single-ply carcass construction includes Apex to prevent snakebites for a confident and secure ride, wherever your adventure takes you. Another highlight is its tubeless ready technology, which allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased comfort, stability and fewer risks of flats or punctures.Features: Compound: Soft-Compound Technology: Enduro Casing Use: Mountain Bike (MTB) Electric Bike Compatible: Yes, E25 compatible Type: Clincher Bead Type: Folding Tubeless Ready: Yes TPI: 3/330 Single or Pair: Single, sold individually Pressure: 27x2.4" Option: Recommended: 2.5 bar; Max: 3.5 bar; 27x2.6" Option: Recommended: 2.0 bar; Max: 3.0 bar; 29x2.4" Option: Recommended: 2.5 bar; Max: 3.5 bar; 29x2.6" Option: Recommended: 2.0 bar; Max: 3.0 bar Weight: 27x2.4" Option: 1080g; 27x2.6" Option: 1220g; 29x2.4" Option: 1125g; 29x2.6" Option: 1275gManufacturer's Part Numbers: 1019930000 Black 2.4" 27.5" 1506350000 Black 2.6" 27.5" 1019940000 Black 2.4" 29" 1506360000 Black 2.6" 29"Buy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
This mountain bike (MTB) tyre is specifically designed for tackling mixed terrain conditions on your ride. It features a high-quality Soft Compound that ensures the best balance between grip and rolling resistance for gravity-focused disciplines. Coming equipped with a pattern design that's especially tailored for rear wheel use, this model offers the best performance in rear wheel specific requirements like braking, traction and track stability. Its balance of a positive profile and open areas is designed for best performance in complex terrains, so you can enjoy the sweet spot between grip, self-cleaning, adaptivity and rolling characteristics. The use of steep and shallow ramps is tailored to the area of application in mixed and loose terrain, giving you an excellent balance between harmonious, easy-rolling properties and power transmission. MTB Tyre with Enduro Casing No stranger to the finer details, this MTB tyre comes kitted out with an Enduro Casing. Its durable single-ply carcass construction includes Apex to prevent snakebites for a confident and secure ride, wherever your adventure takes you. Another highlight is its tubeless ready technology, which allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased comfort, stability and fewer risks of flats or punctures. Manufacturer's Part Numbers: 1019930000 Black 2.4" 27.5" 1506350000 Black 2.6" 27.5" 1019940000 Black 2.4" 29" 1506360000 Black 2.6" 29"
Continental Sprinter Tubular Road Bike TyreThe Sprinter Road Bike Tyre from Continental has been designed especially for short race day tracks like criteriums. With a nylon puncture protection breaker, it is now even more reliable without losing its terrific rolling qualities. Its flexible casing and the extremely adhesive BlackChili Compound keeps contact with the road even in fast 90° bends. With its low weight and good acceleration, it is most definitely the fastest tyre in the last 400 metres.Features:Size/Width: 28"x22mmTyre Type: TubularTyre Bead: FoldingCompound: BlackChiliPly/TPI Casing: 3/180Recommended Inflation: PSI 115Maximum Inflation: PSI 170Weight: 275gBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Features: For riders who simply demand the most protective, fast rolling tyre around. ,Building on the supremely successful Ultra GatorSkin, the GatorHardshell gets added extras in every department,Bead to bead DuraSkin protection,Hardshell casing wrapping further into the sidewall,Extra wide Poly-X breaker belt covers the entire tread strip from shoulder to shoulder,Added material in the tread improves mileage and further increases puncture resistance,Supple handling and low rolling resistance,Handmade in Germany,Non Foldable - Weight: 330 grams / Foldable - Weight: 250 grams,.
Continental's Terra Speed is their answer to the needs of gravel riders and racers who want a fast, robust tyre that performs well across a range of surfaces. With an emphasis on speed rather than all-out grip, the Terra Speed is a great choice for riders who value speed above all else.Low-profile tread design rolls well on hard surfaces and grips in looser terrainBlackChili rubber compound rolls quickly and grips tenaciously while lasting longerProtection layer improves puncture resistanceRevolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless setup a breezeHandmade in GermanyWith the gravel riding craze showing no signs of abating, the Terra Speed was designed with adventures of the beaten path in mind. The low-profile tread design rolls well on the road or hard-pack surfaces, while still offering decent purchase on looser terrain. This helps it corner, climb and brake with confidence. Further boosting grip and reducing rolling resistance is Continental's signature BlackChili rubber compound. Using special synthetic rubbers combined with proven natural rubbers, BlackChili offers excellent grip, low-rolling resistant and is also extremely durable, last much longer than traditional rubber compounds. The Protection layer further improves durability by reducing punctures and pinch flats, while the Revolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless conversion a breeze. If you are looking for a fast, versatile tyre for your gravel bike, the Continental Terra Speed is a great choice.
Continental's Terra Trail is their answer to the needs of gravel riders and racers who want a grippy, robust tyre that performs well across a range of surfaces. With an emphasis on grip rather than all-out speed, the Terra Trail is a great choice for riders who want to feel confident on a variety of surfaces.Aggressive tread design rolls well on hard surfaces and grips in looser terrainBlackChili rubber compound rolls quickly and grips tenaciously while lasting longerProtection layer improves puncture resistanceRevolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless setup a breezeHandmade in GermanyWith the gravel riding craze showing no signs of abating, the Terra Trail was designed with adventures of the beaten path in mind. The aggressive tread design rolls well on the road or hard-pack surfaces, while still offering decent purchase on looser terrain. This helps it corner, climb and brake with confidence. Further boosting grip and reducing rolling resistance is Continental's signature BlackChili rubber compound. Using special synthetic rubbers combined with proven natural rubbers, BlackChili offers excellent grip, low-rolling resistant and is also extremely durable, last much longer than traditional rubber compounds. The Protection layer further improves durability by reducing punctures and pinch flats, while the Revolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless conversion a breeze. If you are looking for a grippy, versatile tyre for your gravel bike, the Continental Terra Trail is a great choice.
Continental's Terra Speed is their answer to the needs of gravel riders and racers who want a fast, robust tyre that performs well across a range of surfaces. With an emphasis on speed rather than all-out grip, the Terra Speed is a great choice for riders who value speed above all else.Low-profile tread design rolls well on hard surfaces and grips in looser terrainBlackChili rubber compound rolls quickly and grips tenaciously while lasting longerProtection layer improves puncture resistanceRevolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless setup a breezeHandmade in GermanyWith the gravel riding craze showing no signs of abating, the Terra Speed was designed with adventures of the beaten path in mind. The low-profile tread design rolls well on the road or hard-pack surfaces, while still offering decent purchase on looser terrain. This helps it corner, climb and brake with confidence. Further boosting grip and reducing rolling resistance is Continental's signature BlackChili rubber compound. Using special synthetic rubbers combined with proven natural rubbers, BlackChili offers excellent grip, low-rolling resistant and is also extremely durable, last much longer than traditional rubber compounds. The Protection layer further improves durability by reducing punctures and pinch flats, while the Revolution Tubeless Ready bead makes tubeless conversion a breeze. If you are looking for a fast, versatile tyre for your gravel bike, the Continental Terra Speed is a great choice.
Thanks to its Duraskin anti-tear fabric and two Vectran anti puncture strips, the Grand Prix 4-Season holds up under extreme conditions. In the Paris- Roubaix race, the "Hell of the North", cyclists equipped with Duraskin enhanced tyres have the fewest tyre related problems during the race. Incorporating special wear resistant carbon compound, the tyre is characterized by very good mileage performance as well as excellent adhesion on wet roads and at low temperatures. A double Vectran Breaker belt under the tread raises the puncture and cut protection to the highest level available on the market. Featuring a total of five piles beneath the tread, plus a sixth Duraskin layer, it's ideal for rough sportives and generally bad road conditions.All Weather Performance TyreLightweight and tough folding Kevlar beadUltra Fine Polyamide CasingDuraSkin Mesh Layer Fabric On SidewallsDouble Vectran Anti Puncture BeltConstructed From 5 Plies Totalling 430 tpi
After 14 years of service, Continental have decided the classic Grand Prix 4000 was in need of an update. Enter the all-new Continental Grand Prix 5000. Lighter, faster with improved comfort and puncture protection, the Grand Prix 5000 resets the benchmark.Re-designed BlackChili Compound makes for a tyre that is 10g lighter and has 12% better rolling resistanceVectran Protection improves puncture protection by 20% over the GP 4000 Active Comfort technology provides a smoother, more comfortable rideLazer Grip tread pattern improves corning grip and controlIncredibly light with weights starting from just 205g!Folding beadThe Grand Prix 5000 has been designed from the outset to improve on the most important areas of tyre design; grip, rolling resistance, speed and comfort. Continental re-designed their BlackChili compound to improve grip, rolling resistance and durability. The result is a tyre that has 12% better rolling resistance compared to the already fast GP 4000 and is also 10g lighter. Further improving grip levels and control is the new Lazer Grip tread pattern that improves corning grip and control in all conditions, giving the rider a tyre that they can have the confidence in to push to the limit. While the Grand Prix 5000 thrives in a racing environment, Continental has not forgotten about everyday usability. With an improved Vectran puncture protection layer, the Grand Prix 5000 has 20% better puncture resistance than the GP 4000. Most of us love to log big miles and thanks to the Active Comfort technology in the Grand Prix 5000, this is a tyre that won't rattle your fillings loose out on the open road. This is a tyre that is happy being along rough roads all day long while proving excellent comfort. Fast, tough and reliable, the Continental Grand Prix 5000 takes everything that make the GP 4000 great and turns it up a notch. Road cycling just got a new benchmark tyre by which all others are judged.
After 14 years of service, Continental have decided the classic Grand Prix 4000 was in need of an update. Enter the all-new Continental Grand Prix 5000. Lighter, faster with improved comfort and puncture protection, the Grand Prix 5000 resets the benchmark.Re-designed BlackChili Compound makes for a tyre that is 10g lighter and has 12% better rolling resistanceVectran Protection improves puncture protection by 20% over the GP 4000 Active Comfort technology provides a smoother, more comfortable rideLazer Grip tread pattern improves corning grip and controlIncredibly light with weights starting from just 205g!Folding beadThe Grand Prix 5000 has been designed from the outset to improve on the most important areas of tyre design; grip, rolling resistance, speed and comfort. Continental re-designed their BlackChili compound to improve grip, rolling resistance and durability. The result is a tyre that has 12% better rolling resistance compared to the already fast GP 4000 and is also 10g lighter. Further improving grip levels and control is the new Lazer Grip tread pattern that improves corning grip and control in all conditions, giving the rider a tyre that they can have the confidence in to push to the limit. While the Grand Prix 5000 thrives in a racing environment, Continental has not forgotten about everyday usability. With an improved Vectran puncture protection layer, the Grand Prix 5000 has 20% better puncture resistance than the GP 4000. Most of us love to log big miles and thanks to the Active Comfort technology in the Grand Prix 5000, this is a tyre that won't rattle your fillings loose out on the open road. This is a tyre that is happy being along rough roads all day long while proving excellent comfort. Fast, tough and reliable, the Continental Grand Prix 5000 takes everything that make the GP 4000 great and turns it up a notch. Road cycling just got a new benchmark tyre by which all others are judged.