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Continental Gatorskin Wire Bead Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Black, PolyX Breaker, 26", 27", 650 or 700 Sizes

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  • CARBON BLACK MIXTURE- The Gatorskin, manufactured with a durable carbon black mixture, is as comfortable on the way to work as it is training for road races.
  • POLYXBREAKER- The polyester fibers overlap during manufacturing, yielding a very dense fabric and minimal space in-between threads, making the PolyX highly resistant to any foreign body without reducing the rolling resistance.
  • DURASKIN- Sidewall protection coming from the high quality polyamide fabric encasing the core casing of the tire from scuffs and cuts under the worst conditions.
  • WEAR OPTIMIZED TREAD- Get the most out of your tire with the Gatorskin’s wear optimized tread compound, adding a long service life.
  • HANDMADE IN GERMANY-Continental has been hand making their tires since 1871, maintaining the integrity of tradition, while evolving with the most advanced technology.

Product Description

Continental Gatorskin Wire Bead Tire - thre quarter view top half

Ride how and where you want

The Continental Gatorskin tire is the right choice when it comes to tough conditions with strong performance in the urban field or on tour.

Continental Gatorskin Wire Bead Tire - Cross Section Tread diagram

Why Choose This Tire

  • The right tire when it comes to tough conditions.
  • The right choice for a strong performance in the urban field and on tour.
  • Handmade for You.

Continental PolyXBreaker technology icon and tire cross-section diagram

PolyX Breaker

With PolyX Breaker car expertise comes to the bicycle tire sector. Polyester has been used successfully for years in car tires and has proved extremely effective. The extremely resistant polyester fiber is woven tightly crosswise. A very high fabric density is achieved which makes the breaker resistant not only to foreign bodies, but especially to ­punctures. The rolling resistance is not affected by this breaker.

Continental Dura Skin technology icon and tire cross-section diagram

DuraSkin

Tires with DuraSkin sidewall protection can take a beating as they are designed for the most adverse conditions. In rough terrain on a cyclocross or a gravel bike, on commuter bikes where tires scrape along curbs, on touring bikes as they cross continents encountering many different road qualities and on the race circuit where they prove themselves in endurance events such as the Paris-Roubaix. The high-quality polyamide fabric reliably protects the wall of the tire.

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Customer Reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
3,721
4.5 out of 5 stars
170
4.7 out of 5 stars
305
4.6 out of 5 stars
1,502
Bead Wire Wire Folding Folding
Puncture Protection PolyxBreaker, DuraSkin Hardshell, DuraSkin Hardshell, DuraSkin PolyxBreaker, DuraSkin
Tire Type Clincher Clincher Clincher Clincher
Tubeless Compatible No No No No
Threads Per Inch 3/180 TPI 3/180 TPI 3/180 TPI 3/180 TPI
Rated for E-Bike Use No No No No

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
3,721 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the value, versatility, and quality of the bicycle tire. They mention that it makes for a great ride, is great for commuting or recreational riding, and has reasonable rolling resistance and grip. Some appreciate the quality and puncture resistance, but disagree on ease of installation.

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622 customers mention534 positive88 negative

Customers like the quality of the tires. They say they are thick, heavy duty, and feel incredibly strong. They also say the tires are tough even when worn and are solid for handling unexpected cracks and potholes on the road.

"...Amazing. The tires are still in great shape and, were I to continue riding this bike, I would not be surprised if I were to get another 500-1,000..." Read more

"...The tires themselves have held up very well over the last month...." Read more

"...line: I got these tires for their hardiness and they are indeed very hardy. They were pretty sticky when new, but that wore off within a week or two...." Read more

"These are excellent tires, of course...." Read more

183 customers mention161 positive22 negative

Customers like the rolling resistance of the tires. They say they exhibit reasonable rolling resistance and grip, with better traction on wet pavement. Some mention that the tires are light and seem to roll very well. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and durability of the product.

"...These tires have been very grippy on the road, even on sharp turns and in wet road conditions...." Read more

"...But they seem to grip fine for my climate. As with any new tire I recommend taking corners easy until you understand the limits of the tire...." Read more

"...Now they grip fine on normal road condition and even when the road is a bit wet..." Read more

"...They grip well and have a super cushy ride, too...." Read more

169 customers mention146 positive23 negative

Customers like the flats of the tire. They mention that it has a long wear life and is resistant to flats. Some say that the tire is heavier than some, but it's well worth never having flats anymore.

"...No flats. The tires don't necessarily look new anymore, but I can tell they have a lot of life left in them...." Read more

"...I have just about 600m on these and i'm happy to report no flats as of yet...." Read more

"...hundred miles on them, as well as a triathlon race, and so far no flats...." Read more

"Very long wear life, runs true and resists flats." Read more

130 customers mention110 positive20 negative

Customers like the value of the tires. They say it's worth the extra price, a good price for a quality tire, and that they pay for themselves in inner tubes. Customers also mention that the tires are puncture resistant and completely worth the piece of mind.

"...pro 4 foldable tires and they feel superior, lighter, and not too expensive." Read more

"...car tires too for their performance and long wear at an affordable price...." Read more

"...They are also very puncture resistant and a good value on Amazon." Read more

"...These are great tires and worth the money!" Read more

112 customers mention81 positive31 negative

Customers like the puncture resistance of the tire. They say it holds up well, is difficult to puncture, and protects the inner tube well. Some say the tire is all but bulletproof and has saved them from tube punctures.

"...They offer similar puncture protection, but are a faster tire...." Read more

"...I was very surprised, and I also did not puncture the inner tube. Just a suggestion...." Read more

"...beautiful, very sturdy, well-made tires which I don't doubt are puncture resistant and will stand the test of time...." Read more

"...You can blame my braking, but they've jack-knifed several times...." Read more

62 customers mention62 positive0 negative

Customers say the tires are versatile and can be used for commuting, touring, and recreational riding. They also say the tire is great for riding rough pavement and where there is debris on the road. Customers also like that the tires never need to be damaged and ride great rain or shine.

"...These tires are great for my commute, and never worry me about damage. Paired with Conti tubes." Read more

"These are perfect for durablity and handling rough roads and road trash...." Read more

"...The ride seems smoother and quieter, but I'm not a Professional Racer, so I can't say that these tires feel much different from any other tire when..." Read more

"...They have good traction and a smooth ride. I've had them on my road bike, for thousands of miles, without flatting" Read more

61 customers mention58 positive3 negative

Customers like the comfort and increase in smooth ride of the tires. They mention that they provide good grip and low rolling resistance, and feel more responsive. They also say the tires give them a warm fuzzy feeling when riding, and that they wear very well and are virtually puncture proof.

"...They grip well and have a super cushy ride, too...." Read more

"4th set of Gatorskins. Durable, comfortable and resistant to flats...." Read more

"...The ride is smoother as well.They were also much easier to get on the rims than the previous tires. Wish I got them much earlier." Read more

"...inflation pressure of 115 psi, the Panela Tourguards provided the comfortable, low-resistance ride I was looking for...." Read more

95 customers mention50 positive45 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of installation. Some mention that they were easy to install, while others say that they required some patience and strength to get seated.

"...The tires for me were easy to install...." Read more

"...Because of this I had a real hard time getting these on...." Read more

"...They went on my wheels without any problems. My wife was concerned when she first saw them as they do appear to be slick...." Read more

"...New tire takes a bit of kneading to get on, but if you knead it right you don't need to use tire levers to help...." Read more

Superior Puncture Protection Just Feels Good
5 Stars
Superior Puncture Protection Just Feels Good
I've been waiting to buy these for about a year now. Justifying the 80$ purchase is what took me so long to make the leap. But I had bought a less expensive set of Hutchinson tires that had gotten good reviews from some of the bike magazines i read. And with that purchase I had my first flat in over a year. I was running Specialized black belted tires that came with my Allez before that. They happen to cost 55$ a tire. Which is why I wanted a cheaper option. I ride 5000+ miles a year. That's over a 100m a week and i'm frequently very far from help. After having the flat the 80$ price for the Gators was easily justifiable. For the piece of mind alone is why i gave these five stars. After this purchase I happened to watch a video comparing rolling resistance with this and several other Continental tires. Where this tire offers superior puncture performance(Gator Hardshell tires are the hardest), it's harder shell makes it a slower tire. 1 to 2 mph for me was lost. But again being far from home and not having to worry about a flat as much just makes me feel better about ridding far and is what earned these the 5 star from me. And the loss gives me an excuse to get stronger. However per the video mentioned earlier in my review I will be switching to Continental Grad Prix tires after these wear out. They offer similar puncture protection, but are a faster tire.I bought the wire bead for the fact that they have a more robust side wall because of the wire. Because of this I had a real hard time getting these on. I work on ALLOT of bikes and this tire ranks as the hardest install of the bunch so be ready for a fight if you get the wire. I also bought new 60mm Continental tubes to go with these. I lined up the Continental logo with the valve stem. So in the case of a puncture it'll be easy to locate the location in the tire. I also had an issue with shipping. One of the wires was bent when I got the tire. But I was able to get it right again by hand and mounted.I saw some other reviewers talking about holes in there tires. Sure enough mine have them too. I took a picture of them but they are a bit hard to see. Anyway after some research I discovered that these are wear indicators. When you can no longer see the holes the tires are done. Nice feature. All in all i'm happy I made the jump to this tire. Even with the small speed loss I would use these again.I ride in the desert (Las Vegas). So I can't attest to how these grip in the rain. But they seem to grip fine for my climate. As with any new tire I recommend taking corners easy until you understand the limits of the tire. I have just about 600m on these and i'm happy to report no flats as of yet. But if you ride in urban areas this or the harder Gator Hardshell tires are for you.Took various pictures hope they and the review help the decision.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2017
I've been waiting to buy these for about a year now. Justifying the 80$ purchase is what took me so long to make the leap. But I had bought a less expensive set of Hutchinson tires that had gotten good reviews from some of the bike magazines i read. And with that purchase I had my first flat in over a year. I was running Specialized black belted tires that came with my Allez before that. They happen to cost 55$ a tire. Which is why I wanted a cheaper option. I ride 5000+ miles a year. That's over a 100m a week and i'm frequently very far from help. After having the flat the 80$ price for the Gators was easily justifiable. For the piece of mind alone is why i gave these five stars. After this purchase I happened to watch a video comparing rolling resistance with this and several other Continental tires. Where this tire offers superior puncture performance(Gator Hardshell tires are the hardest), it's harder shell makes it a slower tire. 1 to 2 mph for me was lost. But again being far from home and not having to worry about a flat as much just makes me feel better about ridding far and is what earned these the 5 star from me. And the loss gives me an excuse to get stronger. However per the video mentioned earlier in my review I will be switching to Continental Grad Prix tires after these wear out. They offer similar puncture protection, but are a faster tire.
I bought the wire bead for the fact that they have a more robust side wall because of the wire. Because of this I had a real hard time getting these on. I work on ALLOT of bikes and this tire ranks as the hardest install of the bunch so be ready for a fight if you get the wire. I also bought new 60mm Continental tubes to go with these. I lined up the Continental logo with the valve stem. So in the case of a puncture it'll be easy to locate the location in the tire. I also had an issue with shipping. One of the wires was bent when I got the tire. But I was able to get it right again by hand and mounted.
I saw some other reviewers talking about holes in there tires. Sure enough mine have them too. I took a picture of them but they are a bit hard to see. Anyway after some research I discovered that these are wear indicators. When you can no longer see the holes the tires are done. Nice feature. All in all i'm happy I made the jump to this tire. Even with the small speed loss I would use these again.
I ride in the desert (Las Vegas). So I can't attest to how these grip in the rain. But they seem to grip fine for my climate. As with any new tire I recommend taking corners easy until you understand the limits of the tire. I have just about 600m on these and i'm happy to report no flats as of yet. But if you ride in urban areas this or the harder Gator Hardshell tires are for you.
Took various pictures hope they and the review help the decision.
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