Podium TT vs Ardent review

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

Podium TT

Ardent

High level competition tubular, using an ultra-fast mini diamond tread pattern, perfect for triathlon and time trial specialists.! Optimized for speed, with limited mileage

Time Trials: for maximum acceleration in the race against the clock

XC and light duty trail

High level competition tubular, using an ultra-fast mini diamond tread pattern, perfect for triathlon and time trial specialists.! Optimized for speed, with limited mileage

The Maxxis Ardent is a light duty trail tire that rolls fast in dry conditions. For similar rolling speed with improved braking and cornering performance, check out the Rekon.

Features

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
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.

Features

Available with EXO sidewall protection
60 TPI casing
Single or dual compound options
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Usage

XC (Cross Country)

Trail

Technologies

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

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Part #: TB72569100
Size: 26X2.25 ETRTO: 56-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 714 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB72917100
Size: 26X2.40 ETRTO: 61-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 861 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

27.5

Part #: TB00333100
Size: 27.5X2.25 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 724 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85955100
Size: 27.5X2.25 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 740 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00333400
Size: 27.5x2.40 ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 854 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85967100
Size: 27.5X2.40 ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 896 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

29

Part #: TB00333200
Size: 29X2.25 ETRTO: 54/56-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 782 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96734100
Size: 29X2.25 ETRTO: 56-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 800 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00333500
Size: 29X2.40 ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 921 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96793100
Size: 29X2.40 ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 962 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Podium TT vs Ardent review

Features

BlackChili

Vectran

Features

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

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