PolyX Breaker Technology With their PolyX Breaker, Continental bring PKW know-how to the bike tyre arena – Polyester has been used successfully for years in car tyres and been tried and tested many times. The extremely resistant polyester fibre is woven tightly crosswire making a very high fabric density which not only makes the Breaker more resistant to foreign objects but is also resistant to punctures. The rolling resistance is not affected either by the PolyX Breaker. 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 level 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.
The Continental Grand Prix is ingrained in cycle racing historyIn the late eighties, it heralded the triumphant entry of the modern racing bike clincher and is today a synonym for quality and performance,The lastest incarnation shines thanks to a PolyX Breaker layer in the casing and a BlackChili Compound,An impressive combination of puncture protection, easy running, durability and grip,The modern profile design and TWI (wear indicator) round off the performance,Handmade in Germany,3 plies, 180 TPI,Weight: 280 grams.
The Continental Grand Prix Clincher Road Tyre is a part of cycling history. In the late eighties it signalled the start of the modern racing bike clincher and is known for its outstanding quality and performance. This latest version includes a densely woven PolyX breaker layer in the casing for anti-puncture protection and the Black Chili compound for improved grip. It also features a modern profile design and TWI (wear indicator). - A.D.Key Features:Race standard road bike clincher tyreBlack Chili compound for enhanced grip and low rolling resistanceDensely woven PolyX breaker layer for anti-puncture protectionMade in GermanyFolding BeadPSI: 110-120Available in racing dimension 23-622 and many other sizesClick Size Guide To Enlarge
The Black Chili compound and the tried and tested Grand Prix profile offer outstanding grip and handling characteristics. These features earn the endorsement GT earmarking the tyre for sportives, marathons and multiday events. PolyX Breaker Technology With their PolyX Breaker, Continental bring PKW know-how to the bike tyre arena – Polyester has been used successfully for years in car tyres and been tried and tested many times. The extremely resistant polyester fibre is woven tightly crosswire making a very high fabric density which not only makes the Breaker more resistant to foreign objects, but is also resistant to punctures. The rolling resistance is not effected either by the PolyX Breaker. 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.
PolyX Breaker Technology With their PolyX Breaker, Continental bring PKW know-how to the bike tyre arena – Polyester has been used successfully for years in car tyres and been tried and tested many times. The extremely resistant polyester fibre is woven tightly crosswire making a very high fabric density which not only makes the Breaker more resistant to foreign objects, but is also resistant to punctures. The rolling resistance is not effected either by the PolyX Breaker. 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. 650c Wheel Sizing Be aware that when purchasing a 650c inner tube, tyre, or wheel from the Wiggle site that what you are buying is smaller than a more conventional road 700c inner tube, tyre, or wheel. Most road bikes nowadays come fitted, as standard, with 700c wheels (including inner tubes and tyres) and not 650c. A 650c inner tube or tyre WILL NOT fit a 700c wheel. Please read the 650c Wheel Sizing guide explaining the difference between 650c and 700c wheels. Based on ETRTO (European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation) dimensions, 650c wheels are smaller than 700c wheels by about eight percent. Please, when on this page make sure you are buying the correct tyre size for you wheel. Check the sizing on your tyre before purchasing from this page. Tyre sizes tend to be printed on the sidewalls so please check before making a purchase.
Continental Grand Prix 650c Road Bike TyreContinental’s rider-favourite model for many years now, this 650c-sized version of the Grand Prix road tyre is an ideal choice for cyclists looking for a versatile tyre for all year use. Handmade in Germany, it brings superior levels of grip and handling for smaller bikes that use the 650c wheel size.BlackChili CompoundOne of Continentals premium technologies, they are now bringing into their entire range. The technology is built into their use of refining synthetic rubbers with natural rubber to create a combination that results in a superior tread compound. The tyre therefore uses rubbers with specific nanometric carbon soot particles which help create the ultimate shape and surface properties making the shape of the Grand Prix tyre more perfected than ever before.PolyX BreakerThe Grand Prix tyres come with a finishing layer of polyester for maximum protection against punctures. Polyester has been tried and tested and is now found in most car tyres. This allows you to cycle without fear with the extreme resistance of the polyester fibres.Features Tyre Type: Clincher Bead Type: Folding Compund: Integrated Blackchili compound Casing: 3/180tpi Puncture Resistant: Yes, PolyXBreaker anti puncture layer technology Maximum Pressure: 120 psi Tubeless Compatible: No ETRTO: 23-571 Updated version of the popular road bike clincherHandmade in Germany Not compaptibile with 700c wheels Weight: 280g Technologies BlackChili Compound: This tyre compound sits at the highest level of rubber tyre compounds from Continental. Featuring the perfect balance between speed, grip and lifespan while far exceeding what other brands and models on the market can offer in terms of performance PolyX Breaker: This breaker consists of an extremely resistant polyester fibre, which is woven tightly in a crosswire formation to create a very high fabric density to exceptional resistance to sharp objects and resistant to punctures. Rolling resistance is not affected by the PolyX Breaker and is very lightweightBuy Continental Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.