Grand Prix Urban vs Forekaster review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Continental Grand Prix Urban vs Maxxis Forekaster tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Continental and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Continental Grand Prix Urban is better for Race Tires activities, Maxxis Forekaster is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to mountain activities.

Grand Prix Urban

Forekaster

Combines a modern tread pattern design with the latest technology. Built with a tuned race construction while damping for comfort – a matching mix for the urban ride.Its black reflective stripe blends perfectly with the sidewall. Developed together with Schindelhauer Bikes.

The statement tire for the city

XC/trail tread for soft conditions

Combines a modern tread pattern design with the latest technology. Built with a tuned race construction while damping for comfort – a matching mix for the urban ride.Its black reflective stripe blends perfectly with the sidewall. Developed together with Schindelhauer Bikes.

The Maxxis Forekaster features a spiky, well-spaced tread pattern that is ideal for XC racing or light duty trail riding in loose or wet conditions during the spring and fall. Use as a front paired with an Aspen or Ikon rear for an “aggressive” XC setup.

Features

PolyX Breaker
Puncture-defence
With our PolyX Breaker®, we bring our car expertise to the bicycle tire segment: Polyester has been used successfully for years in car tires and been tried and tested many times. The extremely resistant polyester fibre is woven tightly crosswise. In this way, a very high fabric density is reached which not only makes the Breaker more resistant to foreign objects but is also especially resistant to punctures. The rolling resistance is also not negatively affected by the PolyX Breaker®.
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

Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
EXO sidewall protection
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
Dual compound or 3C MaxxTerra options

Usage

XC (Cross Country)

Trail

Technologies

3C MaxxSpeed Used primarily in cross country and enduro tires, the two compounds in the outer layer are specially formulated to reduce rolling resistance and optimize treadwear and traction.
Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.
EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB90978100
Size: 27.5X2.20 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 651 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85959500
Size: 27.5X2.35 ETRTO: 60-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 731 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

29

Part #: TB96705600
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 56-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 700 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96733100
Size: 29X2.35 ETRTO: 60-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 784 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00033300
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 887 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 40 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00033100
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 844 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Grand Prix Urban vs Forekaster review

Features

PolyX Breaker

BlackChili

Features

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

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