Grand Prix 5000 TL vs Mountain King ProTection review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Continental Grand Prix 5000 TL vs Continental Mountain King ProTection tyres. Both manufactured by the same brand Continental, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Continental Grand Prix 5000 TL is better for Race Tires activities, Continental Mountain King ProTection is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to Mountainbike Tires activities.

Grand Prix 5000 TL

Mountain King ProTection

The new Grand Prix 5000 S Tubeless Ready: Lighter, faster and with stronger sidewalls. The new standard in road tubeless ready technology. Ride faster, more comfortable and with increased puncture protection. Made to make you better.

The perfect trail ride companion - not stingy on grip, ideal for full-suspension trail bikes.The snappy central knobs and grippy outer knobs means it offers maximum grip.

The new era in cycling

For safe off-roading

The new Grand Prix 5000 S Tubeless Ready: Lighter, faster and with stronger sidewalls. The new standard in road tubeless ready technology. Ride faster, more comfortable and with increased puncture protection. Made to make you better.

The perfect trail ride companion - not stingy on grip, ideal for full-suspension trail bikes.The snappy central knobs and grippy outer knobs means it offers maximum grip.

Features

Tubeless Ready
Our carcass construction is robust and impervious against damage and penetration from foreign objects. The result: versatile, low weight and an attractive design. In addition, tires made using this technology can also be used as Tubeless or with an inner tube.
We recommend the usage of our Revo-Sealant.
Lazer Grip
Lazer Grip, to make you one with the road. The lazered micro profile structure expands over the tire’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering.
BlackChili
It’s all about how you mix it
With our unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, we have revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary BlackChili Compound we have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling.
Regular test wins confirm the measureable 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
Further details
Active Comfort Technology
The revolutionary approach in cycling. Embedded in the tire construction the Active Comfort Technology absorbs vibrations and smoothens your ride.

Features

ProTection
Further details
BlackChili
It’s all about how you mix it
With our unique tread compound, which is produced only in Germany, we have revolutionised the sport of cycling. With the legendary BlackChili Compound we have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling.
Regular test wins confirm the measureable 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
Further details

Usage

Technologies

Specifications

"28"

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ETRTO: 32 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 32C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 320 PSI: 73

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ETRTO: 32 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 32C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 320 PSI: 73

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ETRTO: 30 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 30C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 300 PSI: 73

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ETRTO: 30 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 30C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 300 PSI: 73

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ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 28C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 280 PSI: 94

Article: 0101874
ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 28C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 280 PSI: 94

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 250 PSI: 109

Article: 0101873
ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 250 PSI: 109

"27.5"

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ETRTO: 32 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 32B Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 300 PSI: 73

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ETRTO: 30 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 30B Technology: Vectran Breaker \| LazerGrip \| ACT Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/transparent skin foldable TPI: 2/220 BlackChili: g: 280 PSI: 73

Specifications

"29"

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ETRTO: 58 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.30 Technology: ProTection Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 750 PSI: 54

"27.5"

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ETRTO: 70 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.80 Technology: ProTection Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 830 PSI: 40

Article: 0101583
ETRTO: 65 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.60 Technology: ProTection Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 785 PSI: 44

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ETRTO: 58 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.30 Technology: ProTection Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 705 PSI: 54

"26"

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ETRTO: 58 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.30 Technology: ProTection Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 BlackChili: g: 675 PSI: 54

Grand Prix 5000 TL vs Mountain King ProTection review

Features

Tubeless Ready

Lazer Grip

BlackChili

Active Comfort Technology

Features

ProTection

BlackChili

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

"28"

"27.5"

Specifications

"29"

"27.5"

"26"