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Review by Jon BoothReviewed 11/19/2018by Jon BoothPhilomath 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Great race tire If you are looking to squeeze every bit of speed out of your setup and are running clinchers, you should strongly consider these tires. Used these at Ironman Arizona 70.3 which had some intersections with pavement elevation differences which honestly I was a bit afraid of pinch flatting on with so little material in the tires. However they held up great, no flat and roll awesome, especially paired with Latex tubes for race day. Not intended as a high mileage training tire, but for racing, absolutely! Will be buying more.
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If you are looking to squeeze every bit of speed out of your setup and are running clinchers, you should strongly consider these tires. Used these at Ironman Arizona 70.3 which had some intersections with pavement elevation differences which honestly I was a bit afraid of pinch flatting on with so little material in the tires. However they held up great, no flat and roll awesome, especially paired with Latex tubes for race day. Not intended as a high mileage training tire, but for racing, absolutely! Will be buying more.
Review by Bicycle NormReviewed 3/26/2015by Bicycle NormCycling EnthusiastColumbus, OH9 of 9 customers found this review helpful.Awesome racing tiresThese tires have very low rolling resistance and, hence, are very fast. Their resistance to wear is average. Puncture resistance is OK, but they really aren't designed for extensive training. Use these on race day and you will feel as if you have gained 5-10 watts over training tires.
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These tires have very low rolling resistance and, hence, are very fast. Their resistance to wear is average. Puncture resistance is OK, but they really aren't designed for extensive training. Use these on race day and you will feel as if you have gained 5-10 watts over training tires.
Review by jsprague56Reviewed 12/27/2014by jsprague56Cycling EnthusiastEugene, OR4 of 5 customers found this review helpful.Great adn fast tireI got six of these tires at BTD. In my experience, they actually are quite durable (maybe not as durable as the GP400s but I don't care to gather that much data!). I am a large rider (6'3, 190 lbs.) and sometimes wish for a wider footprint. I think they have been a great bargain, and will probably switch back to 400s 700X25 as I basically do long road rides and club rides. All things Continental are the best in my experience.
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I got six of these tires at BTD. In my experience, they actually are quite durable (maybe not as durable as the GP400s but I don't care to gather that much data!). I am a large rider (6'3, 190 lbs.) and sometimes wish for a wider footprint. I think they have been a great bargain, and will probably switch back to 400s 700X25 as I basically do long road rides and club rides. All things Continental are the best in my experience.
Review by mattwwbReviewed 6/22/2020by mattwwbCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Best tire everLove the look and the feel of the Continental Grand Prix TT Road Tire....nice & sticky tire great grip!!!
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Love the look and the feel of the Continental Grand Prix TT Road Tire....nice & sticky tire great grip!!!
Review by T.C. MinnbikerReviewed 12/21/2020by T.C. MinnbikerCompetitive RacerSt. Paul, Minesota area1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.These tires make you feel le you are flying! I use these tires on my tri-time trial bike. lie them because they are fast and light.
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I use these tires on my tri-time trial bike. lie them because they are fast and light.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 8/7/2017by AnonymousCompetitive Racer1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Fast tireGreat racing tire, would not use it daily. Awesome for some free speed on race day.
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Great racing tire, would not use it daily. Awesome for some free speed on race day.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 5/16/2019by AnonymousSF Bay Area1 of 1 customers found this review helpful. In my experience, its the best fast available. Easy to mount and I cant remember my last flat. Not as supple a Veloflex, but quicker.
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Easy to mount and I cant remember my last flat. Not as supple a Veloflex, but quicker.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 8/30/2013by Anonymous7 of 8 customers found this review helpful.Fast TireI have used these tires for all my triathlon races this year total of 6 races (1 sprint, 3 olympic and 2 half's). They have stood up very well and are extremely fast using latex tubes. Can't go wrong with these tires.
Again, remember these are meant to race with due to weight and rolling resistance, they are not daily training tires. Using the Conti 4000S for a training tire and no problems either.
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I have used these tires for all my triathlon races this year total of 6 races (1 sprint, 3 olympic and 2 half's). They have stood up very well and are extremely fast using latex tubes. Can't go wrong with these tires.
Again, remember these are meant to race with due to weight and rolling resistance, they are not daily training tires. Using the Conti 4000S for a training tire and no problems either.
Review by LoneRiderReviewed 8/17/2013by LoneRiderCycling EnthusiastNew England11 of 12 customers found this review helpful.Great Sprint Tri or Climbing Only TireThese tires work great for a sprint triathlons or a climbing-only tire. My set came in at 348 grams. It is unrealistic to expect to get high mileage out of these tires because they have reduced tread compared to a Continental GP4000S tire. That is the trade-off for about 60 grams less rotating weight. These are great purpose-specific tires, but I recommend using them only for sprint triathlons or climbing time trials but not crits or everyday riding. They won't stand up to the hard cornering of crits or the high mileage demands of training or recreational riding. Just be smart about how they should be used and realistic about their trade-offs.
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These tires work great for a sprint triathlons or a climbing-only tire. My set came in at 348 grams. It is unrealistic to expect to get high mileage out of these tires because they have reduced tread compared to a Continental GP4000S tire. That is the trade-off for about 60 grams less rotating weight. These are great purpose-specific tires, but I recommend using them only for sprint triathlons or climbing time trials but not crits or everyday riding. They won't stand up to the hard cornering of crits or the high mileage demands of training or recreational riding. Just be smart about how they should be used and realistic about their trade-offs.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 7/27/2013by AnonymousCompetitive RacerSeattle Area4 of 6 customers found this review helpful.Good tire for the moneyTire is light, fast and no punctures so far (800 miles). The rear tire does seem to be wearing a bit fast, though and I am only 168 lbs.
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Tire is light, fast and no punctures so far (800 miles). The rear tire does seem to be wearing a bit fast, though and I am only 168 lbs.
Review by JasonCReviewed 7/17/2013by JasonCCompetitive RacerIndiana Dunes, In4 of 17 customers found this review helpful.Definitely won't be buying these again!3 weeks after paying for these and putting 30 total miles on them, I experienced 2 flats on the same ride.. After looking at the tire closer, the sidewall had a 14 inch slice right through it. I have rode on nothing but clean roads for those 30 miles. So much for "This cutting-edge material is also optimized for reliability and longevity, making it a great choice when performance and durability are top priority."
For sure won't buy continental again! going back to my Michelins
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3 weeks after paying for these and putting 30 total miles on them, I experienced 2 flats on the same ride.. After looking at the tire closer, the sidewall had a 14 inch slice right through it. I have rode on nothing but clean roads for those 30 miles. So much for "This cutting-edge material is also optimized for reliability and longevity, making it a great choice when performance and durability are top priority."
For sure won't buy continental again! going back to my Michelins
Review by JGReviewed 7/12/2019by JGCycling EnthusiastSW, FLThanks to Conti for still making this tireFantastic race tire for road, crits, or tris. Lightweight and good price (compared to the latest trend tires that are somehow way heavier and pricier?)
These still get the job done for racing
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Fantastic race tire for road, crits, or tris. Lightweight and good price (compared to the latest trend tires that are somehow way heavier and pricier?)
These still get the job done for racing
Review by AnonymousReviewed 6/8/2017by AnonymousCompetitive RacerSeattle0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Fast tire - Training and RacingGood tire, I train on the road as well on paved paths. A great tire - definitely a fast one.
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Good tire, I train on the road as well on paved paths. A great tire - definitely a fast one.
Jason, Thank you for your review of these racing tires. Unfortunately, road racing tires this light can only be so durable. We have sold many of these tires and customers have not reported problems, but we always welcome you to contact our customer service department if you believe you may have a defective tire. Thanks, Stacia