High Road SL vs Grand Sport Extra review

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

High Road SL

Grand Sport Extra

The right choice for all those who eat up the miles, for commuters and gravel kings.Proven racing tire contour for responsive handling and secure grip.

Our lightest and fastest road tire

Performing extra robust and durable

The Maxxis High Road SL is our lightest and fastest road racing tire, ever. Our HYPR-S compound decreases rolling resistance by 12% compared to the standard High Road.

The right choice for all those who eat up the miles, for commuters and gravel kings.Proven racing tire contour for responsive handling and secure grip.

Features

170 TPI casing
HYPR-S compound
K2 puncture protection beneath tread

Features

PureGrip Compound
The advanced new compound
Based on activated silica compounds, this technology was originally intended as an performance level compound, but after intensive development at our Korbach Research and Development Department Facility, an advanced new compound with outstanding grip and cross-country properties was developed. This new rubber mix, given the self explanatory name “PureGrip”, is ranked just behind our BlackChili Compound and is being used in our performance products both in the road and mountain bike sectors. Whilst providing great grip, it is also long lasting and highly durable – both characteristics of Continental tires, which are exclusively manufactured in the factory in Hefei (Asia).
NyTechBreaker
Nylon fabric in the performance sector
Our new NyTech Puncture Protection has been developed based on the proven Continental SafetySystem Breaker. Its nylon fabric makes it resistant to punctures and cuts like Kevlar reinforced high strength fibres, but offers lower rolling resistance and reduced weight. The NyTech breaker sits between the SafetySystem and the PolyX Breaker® as a more effective puncture protection casing in the performance sector.

Usage

Race

Usage

Technologies

HYPR-S Compound Building on the success of the HYPR compound which debuted on the original High Road, the new HYPR-S compound retains exceptional grip while decreasing rolling resistance by a further 12% compared to HYPR.
K2 Available in select tires, this Maxxis-exclusive fabric provides greater puncture protection than aramid. The addition of this lightweight and supple material ensures that ride quality and performance remain unsurpassed.

Technologies

Specifications

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Part #: TB00263700
Size: 700X23C Etrto: 23-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 168 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 130 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD

Part #: TB00268800
Size: 700X25C Etrto: 25-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 174 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 120 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD

Part #: TB00343500
Size: 700X28C Etrto: 28-622 Tpi: 170 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 180 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 120 Tech: HYPR-S/K2/ONE70 Color: BLACK Application: ROAD

High Road SL vs Grand Sport Extra review

Features

Features

PureGrip Compound

NyTechBreaker

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

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