Continental Grand Prix 4 Season Folding TyreThanks 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 our 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.Duraskin protective shieldThe Duraskin® external mesh forms a protective shield over the entire casing to help prevent cuts, punctures and abrasions. It’s a lightweight cut-resistant layer which gives the Gatorskin its distinctive brown sidewalls.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.Key FeaturesHigh mileage, durable and fast rolling tyre.Exceptional grip in wet and dry conditionsDuraskin® cut-resistant layer from bead to bead plus 2 extra Vectran Breakers.Black Max Grip Silica compound optimised for wet weather adhesion, low temperatures and extended tread life.Tyre Sizes and Weights700x25 240g.700x28 280g.700x32 320g.About the Continental brandContinental supplies tyres to a large percentage of the UCI World Tour teams as well as several UK-based UCI Continental teams. Continental is the only bicycle tyre manufacturer in Germany and one of the last major bicycle tyre manufacturers in Europe. Over 100 years of experience in the manufacturing of bicycle tyres has made Continental into the unique, outstanding company that it is today.
Taking the fantastic road performance of the GP4000 tyre and making it even better, this Grand Prix 5000 model utilises modern tyre technology to deliver their best road tyre yet. Constructed from Continental's legendary BlackChili compound, unparalleled grip and balance are assured, with strenuous lab and road testing showing tangible advantages to the modern cyclist. Ultra-Performance Road Race Tyre Equipped with other stunning advances including it's impact-absorbing Active Comfort build, a Lazer Grip micro profile along the outer edge for improved cornering grip and Vectran Breaker puncture protection - performance, rolling and reliability is taken to new levels by this unrivalled update. The Stans tyre Sealant prevents flats and slow leaks and works with all valves that have removable valve cores. Technologies: BlackChili Compound: Continental refines newly developed synthetic rubbers with natural rubber with the proven high-performance tread compound. The GP5000 uses these rubbers with special nanometric carbon soot particles, which are optimised in shape and surface properties for best uses for the intended tyre. Tyres with BlackChili Compound reach an unprecedented level of performance. Compared to the previous best Activated Silica Compound, BlackChili tyres have 26% less rolling resistance, a 30% higher friction value (grip) and a 5% increase in mileage. 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. Active Comfort Technology: The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tire construction the Active Comfort Technology absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride. Lazer Grip: Lazer Grip, to make you one with the road. The lasered micro profile structure expands over the tire’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.
Taking the fantastic road performance of the GP4000 tyre and making it even better, this Grand Prix 5000 model utilises modern tyre technology to deliver their best road tyre yet. Constructed from Continental's legendary BlackChili compound, unparalleled grip and balance is assured, with strenuous lab and road testing showing tangible advantages to the modern cyclist. Ultra-Performance Road Race Tyres Equipped with other stunning advances including it's impact-absorbing Active Comfort build, a Lazer Grip micro profile along the outer edge for improved cornering grip and Vectran Breaker puncture protection - performance, rolling and reliability is taken to new levels by this unrivalled update. Sealing Effectiveness and Reliability The LifeLine Tubeless Tyre Sealant is a top of the range tubeless application that can effectively seal holes and gashes in the tyre up to 5mm. This unique sealant features a blend of a DuPont Kevlar additive for additional sealing effectiveness and reliability. This fast-acting sealant is non-toxic, will not freeze or boil (tested to -17°C and +45°C) and is fully compatible with alloy, steel and composite wheel/rim constructions. Technologies: BlackChili Compound: Continental refines newly developed synthetic rubbers with natural rubber with the proven high-performance tread compound. The GP5000 uses these rubbers with special nanometric carbon soot particles, which are optimised in shape and surface properties for best uses for the intended tyre. Tyres with BlackChili Compound reach an unprecedented level of performance. Compared to the previous best Activated Silica Compound, BlackChili tyres have 26% less rolling resistance, a 30% higher friction value (grip) and a 5% increase in mileage. 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. Active Comfort Technology: The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tire construction the Active Comfort Technology absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride. Lazer Grip: Lazer Grip, to make you one with the road. The lasered micro profile structure expands over the tire’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.
Improving on the GP4000S II, a tyre considered by many to be the best all-round road tyre ever made, might have seemed like an impossible task. However, true to their renowned reputation of continuous innovation, Continental has delivered an even lighter, faster tyre which offers more grip and puncture protection than any other to date. Designed with the latest iteration of Continental’s legendary Black Chili rubber compound, the Grand Prix 5000 boasts a 10-gram weight reduction in a 25c width, a 12% reduction in rolling resistance and a 20% increase in durability compared with its predecessor. Thanks to the proprietary Laser Grip Technology which creates a micro tread pattern that expands over the shoulder of the tyre, the GP5000 also offers increased all-weather grip, giving you the ability to take even the most technical corners at speed. Continental believes a comfortable tyre is a fast tyre – which is why the GP5000 now comes in a 32c width and is constructed with Active Comfort Technology to help smooth the sharpest shocks from the roughest roads. Lined with the tear-resistant but ultra-lightweight Vectran fibres, the GP5000 sets new standards for puncture protection in road race tyres. So, whether you’re training in the sunshine or racing in a downpour, you’ll have complete confidence that your tyre out-performs the competition in every category and in all possible conditions. Handmade clincher tyre Proprietary Black Chili compound for added grip, higher durability and 12% lower rolling resistance Active comfort technology for vibration damping and increased rider comfort Vectren protection shield for higher puncture protection and a 20% increase in durability Laser grip technology, expands tread over the shoulder of the tyre for added grip Weight: 205 grams – 650b x 28mm // 205 grams – 700 x 23mm // 220 grams – 700 x 25mm // 250 grams – 700 x 28mm // 255 grams – 700 x 30mm // 295 grams – 700 x 32mm
Continental Podium TT Tubular Road Bike TyreThe time machine! Although designed as a time-trial specific tubular, the Podium TT is also popular among pros in regular road races. The reason for this is its design: Thanks to the latest BlackChili Compound, this Chrono-Specialist is not only super-fast, its Vectran Breaker also offers excellent puncture protection. Lightweight Road Bike Tubular TyreThe Podium is also light, weighing in at only 195g (700x19c size). This low weight means low rotation energy. The tread thickness has been reduced to 0.7mm, enough for a few hard racing days. The ultra-fast slick tread shows you how fast it is even when it’s not moving.Features:Tyre Type: TubularBead Type: FoldingTubeless Compatible: N/ACasing: 3/180 tpiCompound: BlackChilliPuncture Protection: Vectran breakerRecommended Pressure: 700x19c: 160-220 psi; 700x22c: 115-170 psi; 700x25c: 115-170 psiWeight: 700x19c: 195g; 700x22c: 225g; 700x25c: 245gBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
BlackChili Compound Continental refine newly developed synthetic rubbers with natural rubber with the proven high-performance tread compound. They use these rubbers with special nanometric carbon soot particles, which are optimized in shape and surface properties for best uses for the intended tyre. BlackChili Compound reaches an unprecedented of performance. Tyres with BlackChili Compound reach an unprecedented level of performance. Compared to the previous best Activated Silica Compound, BlackChili tyres have 26% less rolling resistance, a 30 % higher friction value (grip) and a 5 % increase in mileage.
Now available as a special limited edition Tour de France (TDF) tyre, this race-ready model features the prestigious Black Chili Compound for a superior blend of grip, low rolling resistance and performance. Continental has also equipped this version with a Vectran Breaker for exceptionally strong resistance against flats and punctures on race day. With a range of ride-enhancing technologies including tubeless ready technology, this is a perfect choice of upgrade that you can rely on when competing in a road, time trial or triathlon event. Specialist Tyre for Races Against the Clock The fastest Grand Prix 5000 tubeless tyre for the pursuit of speed, be it in a criterium, time trial or triathlon. To honor the rich history of time trials in the Tour de France, Continental are proud to introduce the limited-edition Grand Prix 500 TT TDF tyre. Black Chili Compound With Continental's unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, the brand has revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary Black Chili compound it has answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling. The latest polymers as well as specially developed carbon black particles and filler materials guarantee unique performance, be it on a road, time trial (TT) or triathlon (Tri) bike. Vectran Breaker Vectran is spun from liquid crystal-polymer. This way a thermoplastic, multiple-thread yarn is created. As a comparison: This partially crystalline fabric is more cut-resistant than aramid and its tensile strength is five times higher than that of steel. A Vectran breaker is lighter, more flexible and effective against cuts than a comparable nylon breaker. Without effecting rolling resistance. Active Compound Technology and Lazer Grip The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tyre construction the Active Comfort Technology (ACT) absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride. This model's Lazer Grip is designed to make you one with the road. The lazered micro profile structure expands over the tyre’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering. Tubeless Ready Coming complete with tubeless ready technology, the Continental Grand Prix 5000 TT TDF Road Tyre (Limited Ed.) allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures. As a result, you'll notice increased stability, lower rolling resistance and fewer chances of flats or punctures. Please note: For initial mounting Continental recommend using at least 30 ml of Conti RevoSealant per tyre (available separately). Then spin the tyre (wheel) to spread the Conti RevoSealant inside of the tyre and pump to the allowed maximum pressure. Check the pressure before the next ride and adjust to your desired PSI. Hookless compatible, please check the table for compatible rims width and max. Pressure on the packaging. Manufacturer's Part Number: 01020080000 Black 25mm 700c
Continental Grand Prix 5000 TT TDF Road Tyre (Limited Ed.)Developed to honour the rich history of time trials in the Tour de France, Continental has introduced this special limited edition Grand Prix 500 TT TDF tyre. Specifically designed for racing, it features the brand's renowned Black Chili Compound, which offers an excellent combination of grip, low rolling resistance and performance. Another highlight is its Vectran Breaker that delivers exceptional resistance against cuts for a more confident ride. Ready for race day, this tyre comes kitted out with a range of ride-enhancing technologies including tubeless ready technology, which makes it an ideal choice of upgrade for competing road, time trial and triathlon events.Black Chili CompoundWith Continental's unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, the brand has revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary Black Chili compound it has answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling. The latest polymers as well as specially developed carbon black particles and filler materials guarantee unique performance, be it on a road, time trial (TT) or triathlon (Tri) bike.Vectran BreakerVectran is spun from liquid crystal-polymer. This way a thermoplastic, multiple-thread yarn is created. As a comparison: This partially crystalline fabric is more cut-resistant than aramid and its tensile strength is five times higher than that of steel. A Vectran breaker is lighter, more flexible and effective against cuts than a comparable nylon breaker. Without effecting rolling resistance.Active Compound Technology and Lazer GripThe revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tyre construction the Active Comfort Technology (ACT) absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride. This model's Lazer Grip is designed to make you one with the road. The lazered micro profile structure expands over the tyre's shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.Tubeless ReadyComing complete with tubeless ready technology, the Continental Grand Prix 5000 TT TDF Road Tyre (Limited Ed.) allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures. As a result, you'll notice increased stability, lower rolling resistance and fewer chances of flats or punctures.Please note: For initial mounting Continental recommend using at least 30 ml of Conti RevoSealant per tyre (available separately). Then spin the tyre (wheel) to spread the Conti RevoSealant inside of the tyre and pump to the allowed maximum pressure. Check the pressure before the next ride and adjust to your desired PSI. Hookless compatible, please check the table for compatible rims width and max. Pressure on the packaging.Features: Compound: Black Chili Compound Puncture Protection: Vectran Breaker Use: Road, Time Trial (TT) and Triathlon (Tri) Size: 700x25C ETRTO: 25-622 PSI: 73-109 Bead Type: Folding Technology: Active Comfort Technology (ACT), Lazer Grip Tubeless Ready: Yes Single or Pair: Single Weight: 215gManufacturer's Part Number: 01020080000 Black 25mm 700cBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Grip to Push Your LimitsIdeal tire for loose terrain, with cornering stability and increased side-grip. The open tread pattern allows for self-cleaning so you can push your riding limits through dust and loam. Soft Compound: The balance of grip and rolling resistance for gravity focussed use cases. High level of grip with a reasonable rolling resistance. Option to optimize the rolling properties of your rear wheel on the DH bike or have the optimal combo for Enduro or Trail riding.Downhill Casing: Most durable and reinforced carcass construction in gravity line up
Grip to Push Your LimitsOptimized for rear wheel, this all round tire balances stability of grip, traction for braking and rolling resistance. Ideal for mixed terrain conditions for you to push your limits in trail, enduro or downhill gravity riding.Downhill Casing: Most durable and reinforced carcass construction in gravity line upSoft Compound: The balance of grip and rolling resistance for gravity focussed use cases. High level of grip with a reasonable rolling resistance. Option to optimize the rolling properties of your rear wheel on the DH bike or have the optimal combo for Enduro or Trail riding.
BlackChili Compound Continental refine newly developed synthetic rubbers with natural rubber with the proven high-performance tread compound. They use these rubbers with special nanometric carbon soot particles, which are optimized in shape and surface properties for best uses for the intended tyre. BlackChili Compound reaches an unprecedented of performance. Tyres with BlackChili Compound reach an unprecedented level of performance. Compared to the previous best Activated Silica Compound, BlackChili tyres have 26% less rolling resistance, a 30 % higher friction value (grip) and a 5 % increase in mileage.
Inheriting the best qualities of the highly popular Gatorskin road tyre, namely the durable carbon black tread mixture, the effective puncture protection breaker layer and the DuraSkin anti-cut fabric,The Sprinter Gatorskin itself features the typically comfortable and light feel of a tubular tyre,Professional riders use a similar combination in their tyres for Paris - Roubaix and other equipment destroying classics in the springtime,If you want to get the miles in but your roadsaren't covered with the finest tarmac, then this is your tubular,25 mm width is fast rolling and comfortable for long rides or racing,SafetySystem breaker belt offers enhanced protection from punctures,Well priced and popular choice, still ridden by pros around the world,Handmade in Germany,Weighs 320 grams.
Continental Competition Tubular Road Bike TyreBe race-ready with this Tubular Road Tyre from Continental. Renowned for being a proven competition winner, it features a BlackChili Compound and offers fast-rolling thanks to its lightweight construction. This tyre has been designed to help you perform your best on the tarmac. Features:Size: 28"x 1"Compound: BlackChiliTyre Bead: TubularTyre Type: TubularPSI-Recommended Inflation: 115PSI- Maximum Inflation: 170Ply/TPI: 3/180Weight: 260gBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR Road TyreFeaturing Continental's prestigious BlackChili compound, this road bike tyre offers high levels of speed, grip and mileage for conquering every mile of road. Benefitting from Vectran Breaker puncture protection, it also provides dependable resistance against punctures while keeping weight reduced to a minimum. Another highlight is its tubeless-ready design, which allows you to enjoy tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures for increased stability, lower rolling resistance and fewer chances of flats. Developed for riders who want to ride faster, more comfortable and with increased puncture protection, the Grand Prix 5000 S TR is made to make you better.Road Bike Tyre with BlackChili CompoundIt's all about how you mix it. With Continental's unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, the brand has revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary BlackChili Compound, Continental has answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling. Regular test wins confirm the measurable and noticeable advantages for the cyclist, established in the laboratory and on the road. The latest polymers, as well as specially developed carbon black particles and filler materials, guarantee unique performance.Vectran Breaker Puncture ProtectionThe benchmark in puncture protection 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 the 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 bicycle 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.Features: Compound: BlackChili Puncture Protection: Vectran Breaker Use: Road PSI: 25mm Option: 109; 28mm Option: 94; 30mm Option: 73; 32mm Option: 73 TPI: 2/220 Tubeless Ready: Yes Technologies: Active Comfort, LazerGrip Single or Pair: Single Weight: 25mm Option: 250g; 28mm Option: 280g; 30mm Option: 300g; 32mm Option: 320gManufacturer's Part Number: 01018730000 Black/ Tan 700c x 25mm 01018740000 Black/ Tan 700c x 28mm 01018750000 Black/ Tan 700c x 30mm 01018760000 Black/ Tan 700c x 32mmBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Improving on the GP4000S II, a tyre considered by many to be the best all-round road tyre ever made, might have seemed like an impossible task. However, true to their renowned reputation of continuous innovation, Continental has delivered an even lighter, faster tyre which offers more grip and puncture protection than any other to date. Designed with the latest iteration of Continental’s legendary Black Chili rubber compound, the Grand Prix 5000 boasts a 10-gram weight reduction in a 25c width, a 12% reduction in rolling resistance and a 20% increase in durability compared with its predecessor. Thanks to the proprietary Laser Grip Technology which creates a micro tread pattern that expands over the shoulder of the tyre, the GP5000 also offers increased all-weather grip, giving you the ability to take even the most technical corners at speed. Continental believes a comfortable tyre is a fast tyre – which is why the GP5000 now comes in a 32c width and is constructed with Active Comfort Technology to help smooth the sharpest shocks from the roughest roads. Lined with the tear-resistant but ultra-lightweight Vectran fibres, the GP5000 sets new standards for puncture protection in road race tyres. So, whether you’re training in the sunshine or racing in a downpour, you’ll have complete confidence that your tyre out-performs the competition in every category and in all possible conditions. Handmade clincher tyre Proprietary Black Chili compound for added grip, higher durability and 12% lower rolling resistance Active comfort technology for vibration damping and increased rider comfort Vectren protection shield for higher puncture protection and a 20% increase in durability Laser grip technology, expands tread over the shoulder of the tyre for added grip Weight: 205 grams – 650b x 28mm // 205 grams – 700 x 23mm // 220 grams – 700 x 25mm // 250 grams – 700 x 28mm // 255 grams – 700 x 30mm // 295 grams – 700 x 32mm
The new Grand Prix 5000 S Tubeless Ready: Lighter, faster and with stronger sidewalls. The new standard in road tubeless ready technology. Ride faster, more comfortable and with increased puncture protection. Made to make you better.Tubeless Ready - Our carcass construction is robust and impervious against damage and penetration from foreign objects. The result: versatile, low weight and an attractive design. In addition, tires made using this technology can also be used as Tubeless or with an inner tube. We recommend the usage of our Revo-Sealant.BlackChili - It’s all about how you mix it. With our unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, we have revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary BlackChili Compound we have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling.Regular test wins confirm the measureable and noticeable advantages for the cyclist, established in the laboratory and on the road. The latest polymers as well as specially developed carbon black particles and filler materials guarantee unique performanceActive Comfort Technology - The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tire construction the Active Comfort Technology absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride.Lazer Grip - Lazer Grip, to make you one with the road. The lazered micro profile structure expands over the tire’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.
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 weight, starting from just 205g!Folding bead2 x 700 x 25c TyresThe 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.
Perfect for hardpack, rocky surfaces. With low rolling resistance and contact edges for improved traction and braking, you can enjoy a fast gravity ride with the confidence of continuous grip when you need it most.Enduro Casing: Durable single ply carcass construction with Apex to prevent snakebitesSoft Compound: The balance of grip and rolling resistance for gravity focussed use cases. High level of grip with a reasonable rolling resistance. Option to optimize the rolling properties of your rear wheel on the DH bike or have the optimal combo for Enduro or Trail riding.
Grip to Push Your LimitsIdeal tire for loose terrain, with cornering stability and increased side-grip. The open tread pattern allows for self-cleaning so you can push your riding limits through dust and loam.Enduro Casing: Durable single ply carcass construction with Apex to prevent snakebitesSoft Compound: The balance of grip and rolling resistance for gravity focussed use cases. High level of grip with a reasonable rolling resistance. Option to optimize the rolling properties of your rear wheel on the DH bike or have the optimal combo for Enduro or Trail riding.
Couple this with a higher service mileage and a higher level of comfort thanks to the wider casing, and you get a tubular which is especially forgiving with today's ultra stiff racing bikes. 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. BlackChili Compound Continental refine newly developed synthetic rubbers with natural rubber with the proven high-performance tread compound. They use these rubbers with special nanometric carbon soot particles, which are optimized in shape and surface properties for best uses for the intended tyre. BlackChili Compound reaches an unprecedented of performance. Tyres with BlackChili Compound reach an unprecedented level of performance. Compared to the previous best Activated Silica Compound, BlackChili tyres have 26% less rolling resistance, a 30 % higher friction value (grip) and a 5 % increase in mileage. TPS TyrePositioning System The narrower front tyre (22mm) provides reduced wind resistance and better handling. An adhesion-optimised tread mixture supplies the necessary grip especially for wet cornering. The wider rear tyre (24mm) offers better traction thanks to a larger contact area and at the same time more comfort. Thanks to the fast rolling, optimised tread mixture and larger contact area on the rear tyre, wear is reduced. The result is a pioneering front and rear tyre system for road racing – to be found in Conti’s GP Attack and Force tyres/tubs.