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Athlete Performance Womens Chamois Cream (100ml) Chamois Creams
  • £13.99
  • RRP £17.99
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Beginner or experienced cyclists can all be affected by the dreaded saddle sore. However, the Ladies Chamois Cream from Athlete Performance can prevent such a sorry state of affairs, with a moisturising action giving protection and comfort over any distance. All natural ingredients and fragrances are kind to the skin, and they've left out Parabens as who really wants chemical preservatives smothering the skin? This chamois cream forms a protective barrier to keep skin damage down, and with its anti-bacterial nature it's great at keeping you feeling fresh from the first to the last mile of your bike ride.  Provitamin moisturisers create that long lasting hydrated feeling on your skin, while a ph balanced formula is enriched with natural Aloe Vera, Shea Butter & Sunflower Oils to provide deep moisturising & long last protection. Say sayonara to saddle sores.    

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BeElite Chamois Cream 250ml - natural, natural
  • £20.00

BeElite Chamois Cream 250ml For riding comfort and protection over long distances, the BeElite Chamois Cream is tailored to deeply soothe and moisturise the skin allowing you to focus on your ride.Maximum comfort and protectionBeElite chamois cream works with the body to add a protective barrier against sweat and bacteria which can cause chafing and other skin irritations in some riders. The cream is thick and deeply-moisturising so whether you're riding long distances or training inside, it's built to keep you riding in total comfort.How to useApply directly to the skin in the areas where you will come in contact with the saddle. Please experiment with the amount you require, but as a guide use your index and middle finger to place a small amount between these fingers with a rough diameter of 30mm and 10mm deep for an application. Adjust your volume amount as required as each rider is different.Please don't share your chamois cream as this will keep contamination to a minimum, even though you might be tempted to allow your friends to use it. Wash hands after each application. We advised against applying directly to the top of a pad as it could block the holes in the top sheet and not allow any moisture to be wicked away.Please noteIf irritation occurs, discontinue use. Avoid contact with eyes. Not suitable for those with a nut allergy. Once opened use within 12 months.Features:Long-lasting, moisturising protectionChamois cream can reduce friction on the skinApply before riding for maximum comfort and protection in the saddleThis chamois cream has mild cooling functions250mlIngredientsAqua (Water), Olus Oil, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Menthol, Parfum (Fragrance), Candelilla Cera, Zinc PCA, Xanthan Gum, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil, Dipterocarpus Turbinatus (Gurjun balsam) oil , Cymbopogon Martini (Palmarosa) Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Oil Green) Extract, Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Grosso Herb Oil, Litsea Cubeba Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Oil, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate.Buy BeElite from Chain Reaction Cycles. The World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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BeElite Chamois Cream Women's 250ml - natural, natural
  • £10.00
  • RRP £20.00
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BeElite Chamois Cream Women's 250ml For riding comfort and protection over long distances, the BeElite Women's Chamois Cream is tailored to deeply soothe and moisturise the skin allowing you to focus on your ride.Maximum comfort and protection BeElite women's chamois cream works with the body to add a protective barrier against sweat and bacteria which can cause chafing and other skin irritations in some female riders. The cream is thick and deeply-moisturising so whether you're riding long distances or training inside, it's built to keep you riding in total comfort. How to use Apply directly to the skin in the areas where you will come in contact with the saddle. Please experiment with the amount you require, but as a guide use your index and middle finger to place a small amount between these fingers with a rough diameter of 30mm and 10mm deep for an application. Adjust your volume amount as required as each rider is different.Please don't share your chamois cream as this will keep contamination to a minimum, even though you might be tempted to allow your friends to use it. Wash hands after each application. We advised against applying directly to the top of a pad as it could block the holes in the top sheet and not allow any moisture to be wicked away.Please note If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Avoid contact with eyes. Not suitable for those with a nut allergy. Once opened use within 12 months.Features:Long-lasting, moisturising protectionChamois cream can reduce friction on the skinApply before riding for maximum comfort and protection in the saddleThis female-specific chamois cream has mild cooling functions250mlIngredients Aqua (Water), Olus Oil, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance), Menthol, Candelilla Cera, Zinc PCA, Xanthan Gum, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Grosso Herb Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Wood Oil, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Extract, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol.Buy BeElite from Chain Reaction Cycles. The World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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BeElite Chamois Cream Women's 250ml Chamois Creams
  • £20.00

Maximum comfort and protection  BeElite women's chamois cream works with the body to add a protective barrier against sweat and bacteria which can cause chafing and other skin irritations in some female riders. The cream is thick and deeply-moisturising so whether you're riding long distances or training inside, it's built to keep you riding in total comfort.  How to use  Apply directly to the skin in the areas where you will come in contact with the saddle. Please experiment with the amount you require, but as a guide use your index and middle finger to place a small amount between these fingers with a rough diameter of 30mm and 10mm deep for an application. Adjust your volume amount as required as each rider is different. Please don't share your chamois cream as this will keep contamination to a minimum, even though you might be tempted to allow your friends to use it. Wash hands after each application. We advised against applying directly to the top of a pad as it could block the holes in the top sheet and not allow any moisture to be wicked away. Please note  If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Avoid contact with eyes. Not suitable for those with a nut allergy. Once opened use within 12 months.   Ingredients  Aqua (Water), Olus Oil, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance), Menthol, Candelilla Cera, Zinc PCA, Xanthan Gum, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Polyacrylate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Grosso Herb Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora Linalooliferum Wood Oil, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Seed Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Extract, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol.

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BeElite Recovery Cream 250g Tin Moisturisers and Skin Care
  • £15.00

BeElite recovery cream has been created to improve blood flow back into muscles, reduce tiredness and aid recovery. Most effective on the legs, arms and back.  It has a cooling and soothing effect on the skin encouraging the blood back into the muscles so that the recovery process can begin. The cream is made of products like aloe and shea butter which help treat and condition the skin leaving it soft and supple. Horse Chestnut has been used for hundreds of years to treat various conditions, so BeElite has included it as it is an effective therapy for a variety of muscular aches. Arnica has been included as it can help with muscle soreness and can also reduce bruising and swelling. Ingredients  Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Olus Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance), Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Menthol, Menthyl Lactate, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Extract, Candelilla Cera, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, D-Limonene, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Silica, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Green) Extract, Litsea Cubeba Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citral, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Alpha-isomethyl Ionone.

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BeElite Recovery Cream 300ml Tin - natural, natural
  • £15.00

BeElite Recovery Cream 300ml Tin This BeElite recovery cream has been created to help the body recover from those big days out on the bike, long miles out running or intense sessions in the gym, pool or wherever your arena is for your sport.BeElite recovery cream has been created to improve blood flow back into muscles, reduce tiredness and aid recovery. Most effective on the legs, arms and back. It has a cooling and soothing effect on the skin encouraging the blood back into the muscles so that the recovery process can begin. The cream is made of products like aloe and shea butter which help treat and condition the skin leaving it soft and supple.Horse Chestnut has been used for hundreds of years to treat various conditions, so BeElite has included it as it is an effective therapy for a variety of muscular aches. Arnica has been included as it can help with muscle soreness and can also reduce bruising and swelling.Features:Recovery cream developed specifically for cyclistsOptimises muscle recovery and ease general body fatigueMassage lubricant created to aid muscle recoveryExtreme Skin Lubricant naturally reduces the friction of your skinCooling, refreshing effect300mlIngredients Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Olus Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum (Fragrance), Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Menthol, Menthyl Lactate, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Allantoin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Oil, Disodium EDTA, Panthenol, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Extract, Candelilla Cera, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Maltodextrin, D-Limonene, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Silica, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Green) Extract, Litsea Cubeba Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citral, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Alpha-isomethyl Ionone.Buy BeElite from Chain Reaction Cycles. The World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Continental Grand Prix 5000 Road Tyre - Black- Cream - 700c}, Black- Cream
  • £45.99
  • RRP £76.99
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Continental Grand Prix 5000 Road TyreDesigned to offer a whole new level of performance, this versatile road bike tyre is classed as an all-rounder. Made to make you better, it features the renowned BlackChili compound, which delivers an excellent combination of speed, durability and improved comfort as you conquer every mile of road. Continental has also kitted out this version with a range of technologies including Vectran Breaker puncture protection, Active Comfort and Lazer Grip, so you can enjoy a smoother and more consistent ride. With a design that boasts 12% better rolling resistance and 20% more puncture protection, while also being 10g lighter, it's a perfect choice for a wide range of road disciplines.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 Ply/TPI: 3/330 Recommended Inflation Pressure: 95 PSI Max Inflation Pressure: 25mm Option: 120psi; 28mm Option: 115psi Bead: Folding Tubeless Ready: No Single or Pair: Single Weight: 25mm Option: 260g; 28mm Option: 290gTechnologies: Active Comfort: The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tyre construction the Active Comfort Technology absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride. Lazer Grip: To make you one with the road. The lazered micro profile structure expands over the tire's shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.Manufacturer's Part Numbers: 01019470000 Black/White 700c x 25mm 01019480000 Black/White 700c x 28mmBuy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Continental Terra Speed Folding TL Tyre (ProTection) - Black Cream - 650b}, Black Cream
  • £52.60

Continental Terra Speed Folding TL Tyre (ProTection)Providing excellent grip and reliability when the smooth tarmac comes to an end, this high-quality tyre is engineered for the demands of gravel riding on unpredictable road conditions. Whether you're taking the back roads home or planning a countryside adventure, this versatile tyre offers smooth-rolling performance from the tarmac to the gravel. Designed for speed, this Terra tyre is the fast model in the series and it features Continental's BlackChili compound which uses its unique tread to give you the best balance of grip and rolling resistance. One final highlight is this model's ProTection technology, which protects its sidewalls from snake bite punctures while allowing the tyre to adhere to the trail ahead.Features: Compound: BlackChili Puncture Protection: ProTection Use: Road, Gravel TPI: 180 Bead: Folding Type: Clincher Tubeless Ready: Yes Wheel Size: Multiple options available Single or Pair: Single Weight: 400gTechnologies: 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. 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.

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Continental Terra Speed Folding TL Tyre (ProTection) - Black Cream - 700c}, Black Cream
  • £52.60

Continental Terra Speed Folding TL Tyre (ProTection)Providing excellent grip and reliability when the smooth tarmac comes to an end, this high-quality tyre is engineered for the demands of gravel riding on unpredictable road conditions. Whether you're taking the back roads home or planning a countryside adventure, this versatile tyre offers smooth-rolling performance from the tarmac to the gravel. Designed for speed, this Terra tyre is the fast model in the series and it features Continental's BlackChili compound which uses its unique tread to give you the best balance of grip and rolling resistance. One final highlight is this model's ProTection technology, which protects its sidewalls from snake bite punctures while allowing the tyre to adhere to the trail ahead.Features: Compound: BlackChili Puncture Protection: ProTection Use: Road, Gravel TPI: 180 Bead: Folding Type: Clincher Tubeless Ready: Yes Wheel Size: Multiple options available Single or Pair: Single Weight: 400gTechnologies: 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. 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.

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Continental Terra Trail Folding TL Tyre (ProTection) - Black Cream - 650b}, Black Cream
  • £34.99
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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.

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Continental Terra Trail Folding TL Tyre (ProTection) - Black Cream - 700c}, Black Cream
  • £34.99
  • RRP £49.99
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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.

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Continental Terra Trail ShieldWall Foldable TR Tyre 2021 - Black-Cream - Folding, Black-Cream
  • £31.99

Continental Terra Trail ShieldWall Foldable TR TyreFeaturing a high-quality PureGrip compound, this gravel bike tyre delivers excellent grip, elasticity and smooth-rolling performance even on demanding mixed terrain conditions. Continental also kitted out this model with its prestigious ShieldWall System for high-level puncture protection without any unnecessary weight. Another highlight is this model's tubeless-ready technology, which allows you to benefit from tubeless advantages such as the ability to run lower tyre pressures. This means you'll enjoy increased traction on rough terrain as well as lower rolling resistance and fewer chances of flats or punctures. Whether you're planning your next gravel adventure, CX racing event or simply taking the long road home, this versatile tyre is made to get you over the rough and smooth.Gravel Bike Tyre with PureGrip CompoundBased on activated silica compounds, this technology was originally intended as a performance level compound, but after intensive development at Continental's German R&D facility, an advanced new compound with outstanding grip, elasticity and rolling properties was developed. This new mix was given the self-explanatory name "Pure Grip", ranked just behind the brand's BlackChili compound and will be used in its updated performance products both in road and MTB sectors.Whilst providing great grip, it is also long-lasting and highly durable, which are both regarded as ongoing characteristics of Continental tyres.ShieldWall System Puncture ProtectionThe ShieldWall system combines the optimal combination of high puncture protection and the best smooth running properties with low weight. This is made possible by an additional, all-round puncture protection layer consisting of a finely woven cross fabric. This gives the tyre a high resistance to punctures and injuries. Despite the additional layer, the tyre has very good damping properties and has high flexibility to adapt perfectly to the ground. The revolutionary tubeless-ready base also allows for easy and uncomplicated mounting of the tyre.Tubeless ReadyThis tyre's carcass construction is robust and impervious against damage and penetration from off-road objects. The result is a versatile, low weight and attractive design. In addition, the Continental Terra Trail ShieldWall Foldable TR Tyre tyres can be used as tubeless or with an inner tube.Features: Compound: PureGrip Puncture Protection: ShieldWall System Use: Gravel, Cyclocross (CX) Electric Bike Compatibility: Suitable for E-bikes up to 25 km/h TPI: 180 TPI/EPI Bead Type: Folding Tubeless Ready: Yes Single or Pair: Single Weight: 450g (28" x 1.35 option)Manufacturer's Part Numbers: 1505050000 Black/Cream 28" 1.35 1505070000 Black/Black 28" 1.5 1505030000 Black/Black 28" 1.35 1505090000 Black/Black 27.5" 1.75 1505080000 Black/Cream 27.5" 1.75Buy Continental Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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