Mountain King ShieldwallSystem vs Torch review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Continental Mountain King ShieldwallSystem vs Maxxis Torch tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Continental and Maxxis respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Continental Mountain King ShieldwallSystem is better for Mountainbike Tires activities, Maxxis Torch is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to bmx activities.

Mountain King ShieldwallSystem

Torch

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.

For safe off-roading

Light up the track or street with the Torch!

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 Maxxis Torch is designed specifically for racing on today’s paved BMX tracks.

Features

Shieldwall system
The ShieldWall system combines the optimum combination of high puncture protection and the low rolling resistance with low weight. This is made possible by an additional, all-round puncture protection layer, which consists of a finely woven cross fabric. This gives the tire a high resistance to punctures and damage. Despite its additional ply, the tire has a very good damping property and a high degree of flexibility to adapt perfectly to the ground. The revolutionary tubeless ready bead allows easy and uncomplicated mounting of the tire. For best results in sealing and in use, we recommend the use of the new Continental RevoSealant sealant.
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.
E25
Suitable for E-Bikes
For our E-Bike tyre 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.
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).

Features

Single or dual compound options
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
Silkworm or SilkShield puncture protection options
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Usage

Dirt

Flat

Park

Street

Technologies

Specifications

"29"

Article: 0150294
ETRTO: 58 - 622 Dimension: 29 X 2.30 Technology: ShieldWall System Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 815 PSI: 54

"27.5"

Article: 0150334
ETRTO: 70 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.80 Technology: ShieldWall System Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 1020 PSI: 40

Article: 0150335
ETRTO: 65 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.60 Technology: ShieldWall System Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 935 PSI: 44

Article: 0150289
ETRTO: 58 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.30 Technology: ShieldWall System Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 770 PSI: 54

"26"

Article: 0150301
ETRTO: 58 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.30 Technology: ShieldWall System Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 765 PSI: 54

Specifications

20

Part #: TB00356600
Size: 20X1.75 Etrto: 44-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 356 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB29089100
Size: 20X1.75 Etrto: 44-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 391 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 100 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB00357100
Size: 20X1.95 Etrto: 49-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 392 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB00357400
Size: 20X2.20 Etrto: 56-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 471 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

24

Part #: TB47641000
Size: 24X1.75 Etrto: 44-507 Tpi: 120 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 463 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: BMX

29

Part #: TB96651200
Size: 29X2.10 Etrto: 53-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 630 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: URBAN

Mountain King ShieldwallSystem vs Torch review

Features

Shieldwall system

Tubeless Ready

E25

PureGrip Compound

Features

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

"29"

"27.5"

"26"

Specifications

20

24

29