Overdrive vs CONTACT Speed review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Maxxis Overdrive vs Continental CONTACT Speed tyres. Both manufactured by different brands, Maxxis and Continental respectively, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Maxxis Overdrive is better for hybrid activities, Continental CONTACT Speed is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to Urban/Tour activities.

Overdrive

CONTACT Speed

The perfect choice for the city speedsters, single-speed bikes and fitness bikes.With its double layer of fabric breaker, the light-weight design and its roughened slick tread it shines especially on tarmac.

For all-weather trekking and commuting

Unites speed and comfort in one tire

Created to meet the demands of the European trekking market, the Overdrive has a grooved slick design for all-weather application, as well as a K2 breaker to provide excellent protection from encounters

The perfect choice for the city speedsters, single-speed bikes and fitness bikes.With its double layer of fabric breaker, the light-weight design and its roughened slick tread it shines especially on tarmac.

Features

K2 Puncture Protection
Reflective stripe
City/touring tire
Grooved slick design – front or rear

Features

SafetySystem Breaker
Puncture protection with a system
The SafetySystem Breaker is made up of Kevlarreinforced, high-strength nylon fabric. Puncture and cut-resistant but nevertheless light and flexible, the tire adjusts quickly to the surface below. Without raising the weight or rolling resistance noticeably, it protects the carcass against foreign objects and contributes to a longer lifespan of the tire. Tires with the SafetySystem Breaker also provide good comfort properties.
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

MaxxShield MaxxShield represents the ultimate in flat protection. We begin with our SilkShield bead-to-bead protection and add our K2 (Aramid Composite) layer under the tread for unparalleled durability.
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

27.5

Part #: TB90905100
Size: 27.5X1.65 Etrto: 42-584 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 535 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 80 Tech: SILKWORM/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID

700

Part #: TB95688700
Size: 700X38C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 544 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 75 Tech: K2/REF Color: BLACK Application: HYBRID

Specifications

"28"

Article: 0101416
ETRTO: 42 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1.60 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 590 PSI: 87

Article: 0101418
ETRTO: 42 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1.60 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 590 PSI: 87

Article: 0101414
ETRTO: 37 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 3/8 X 1 5/8 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 500 PSI: 87

Article: 0101412
ETRTO: 37 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 3/8 X 1 5/8 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 500 PSI: 87

Article: 0101408
ETRTO: 32 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 1/4 X 1 3/4 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 485 PSI: 87

Article: 0101406
ETRTO: 32 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 1/4 X 1 3/4 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 485 PSI: 87

Article: 0101403
ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 5/8 X 1 1/8 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 425 PSI: 102

Article: 0101402
ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 28 X 1 5/8 X 1 1/8 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 425 PSI: 102

"27.5"

Article: 0101399
ETRTO: 50 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 700 PSI: 65

Article: 0101401
ETRTO: 50 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 700 PSI: 65

Article: 0101397
ETRTO: 32 - 584 Dimension: 27.5 X 1.25 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 470 PSI: 87

"26"

Article: 0101396
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 665 PSI: 58

Article: 0101395
ETRTO: 50 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 2.00 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 665 PSI: 58

Article: 0101393
ETRTO: 42 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 1.60 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 540 PSI: 87

Article: 0101392
ETRTO: 42 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 1.60 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 540 PSI: 87

Article: 0101389
ETRTO: 32 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 1.30 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 430 PSI: 87

Article: 0101391
ETRTO: 32 - 559 Dimension: 26 X 1.30 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 430 PSI: 87

"20"

Article: 0101387
ETRTO: 28 - 406 Dimension: 20 X 1.10 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 g: 265 PSI: 87

Article: 0101388
ETRTO: 28 - 406 Dimension: 20 X 1.10 Technology: SafetySystem Breaker Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin Reflex TPI: 3/180 g: 265 PSI: 87

Overdrive vs CONTACT Speed review

Features

Features

SafetySystem Breaker

eBike

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

27.5

700

Specifications

"28"

"27.5"

"26"

"20"