Continental Grand Prix 4000 Bicycle Tire with Black Chili
Product Type: Sports
Product Price: $64.95
Manufacturer: Continental
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Description
Continental 0118356 Grand Prix 4000-700 x 20 Black Tire with Black Chili is one of the few tires that miraculously delivers on all fronts. It is light, offers tremendous puncture protection with Vectran, and provides amazing handling and low rolling resistance thanks to Black Chili. The patented Vectran Breaker reconciles the conflicting goals of low weight, low rolling resistance and top puncture and cut resistance in a fascinating manner. The material is extremely tear and cut resistant and is also flexible. It retains these properties even under constant stress. The new Black Chili material incorporates rubber compound particles roughly ten times smaller than what is typically used in bicycle tires. This creates a denser rubber, without adding more material. Denser rubber increases a tires ability to conform to the road, while also increasing durability. The Black Chili compound is also more resistant to UV rays, which contribute to cracking and premature tire wear. The Grand Prix tires also come equipped with tire wear indicators so the rider knows when to swap out tires. Specs: Color - black/black skin foldable; Black Chili - yes; Weight - 180 grams; Recommended PSI - 130; Maximum PSI - 160; PU - 10.
Reviews
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-09-07
Summary: "Home Run with these tires!"
Been cycling for 20+ yrs. CAT4, then triathlons, etc. and have tried all brands of tires. These Conti 4000s are the first I have tried and could not be more pleased. All the hype is deserved. Will buy another set when these need replacement.
Rating: 2 / 5
Date: 2010-08-17
Summary: "Not what I was hoping."
Was initially excited when I read many positive reviews about these tires. I purchased these tires in preparation for my annual 400 mile trip through Michigan. Ended the trip with 2 flats and several chewed up spots on both tires. Since I am only a bicycle enthusiast, who puts on maybe 800 miles/year, maybe I misunderstood the description of these tires and gave them more credit then they deserved. All I know, they did not hold up anywhere near what I expected under mostly good road conditions. Booo to yellow Continental Grand Prix 4000's. They get 2 stars only because I still like the way they look on my blue and yellow Masi!
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-05-20
Summary: "Great tire"
Picked up the 25mm tire to serve as an all around tire. I ride everything crushed gravel trails, crappy country roads, smooth city streets and chip sealed roads. This tire and size is perfect for each. When on the rode, I do not notice any problem with speed, like I would when riding on cross tires. They do stick well to the roads, as the tire claims. Also works well on the bad roads and trails. I have about 750 miles on them without any issues thus far.
An added benefit is the wear. these tires last. One of the better tires I've ridden during my 20 years of cycling.
Rating: 5 / 5
Date: 2010-03-25
Summary: "Good cornering"
Sticky tires, good cornering, and durable over rough roads. I've ridden Michelin's, Vittoria's, Specializes tires... The Conti GP's are still my favorite tire.
Rating: 4 / 5
Date: 2010-02-21
Summary: "continental bicycle tires"
I have used this kind of tire for a long time and I think they wear well, and last quite awhile.