Grand Prix TT vs RIDE Cruiser review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Continental Grand Prix TT vs Continental RIDE Cruiser tyres. Both manufactured by the same brand Continental, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Continental Grand Prix TT is better for Race Tires activities, Continental RIDE Cruiser is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to Urban/Tour activities.

Grand Prix TT

RIDE Cruiser

Super fast semi-slick tread pattern for racing against the clock on TT's and in triathlon.! Optimized-rolling-resistance competition tire with reduced mileage and puncture protection.

Balloon tire in the retro look of the legendary Conti KKS10, developed for stylish cruisers with high comfort.

Time Trial: Challenge the clock

RIDE Retro!

Super fast semi-slick tread pattern for racing against the clock on TT's and in triathlon.! Optimized-rolling-resistance competition tire with reduced mileage and puncture protection.

Balloon tire in the retro look of the legendary Conti KKS10, developed for stylish cruisers with high comfort.

Features

Vectran
The benchmark in puncture protection
Vectran™ is a synthetically manufactured high-tech fibre from a natural model. Like spider silk, Vectran™ is a liquid-crystalline polymer (LCP). Vectran™ is spun from the melted liquid polymer Vectra and processed further to a multi-strand thread. Spider silk like Vectran™ has an enormous tear resistance at a very low weight: Exactly the right properties to process into a premium Continental bicycle tire as a puncture protection insert. A Vectran™ Breaker is lighter, more flexible and protects more effectively against cuts than the comparable nylon breaker. Vectran™ Breaker does not adversely affect the rolling resistance.
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

Features

EXTRA PunctureBelt
Carefree on a daily basisAnyone looking for a reliable everyday companion will go for a tire with EXTRA PunctureBelt. This rugged rubber breaker, combined with the rubber-reinforced sidewalls of the tire, ensures a high level of puncture protection and sidewall abrasion. Where durability is the main focus, there is also a solid tire version.
eBike
Suitable for E-Bikes
For our E-Bike tire we fall back on over 100 years‘ experience with moped and motorcycle tires. All of our city/trekking tires are rated to a standard speed of at least 25 km/h. Those tires marked e50 are also certified for S-Pedelecs. With their high quality structure, puncture protection is high and the rolling resistance is low offering protection from premature wear brought about by the additional driving force.

Usage

Technologies

Specifications

"28"

Article: 0101535
ETRTO: 55 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.20 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1120 PSI: 58

Article: 0101531
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1130 PSI: 58

Article: 0101533
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1130 PSI: 58

Article: 0101532
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1130 PSI: 58

Article: 0101534
ETRTO: 50 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: grey/grey Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1130 PSI: 58

"26"

Article: 0101527
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1020 PSI: 58

Article: 0101529
ETRTO: 55 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.20 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1020 PSI: 58

Article: 0101524
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: brown/brown Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1000 PSI: 58

Article: 0101523
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1000 PSI: 58

Article: 0101525
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: ExtraPuncture Belt Color/Sidewall/Bead: cream/cream Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 1000 PSI: 58

Grand Prix TT vs RIDE Cruiser review

Features

Vectran

BlackChili

Features

EXTRA PunctureBelt

eBike

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

"28"

"26"