Ravager vs Podium TT review

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

Ravager

Podium TT

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 choice for loose, chunky gravel

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

When the road conditions are unknown, choose the Maxxis Ravager. Large side knobs provide extra traction in deep, loose gravel and mud.

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

Features

Dual compound
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
SilkShield or EXO puncture protection options
60 TPI casing

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.

Usage

Loose

Loose over hard

Medium

Usage

Technologies

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.
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.
SilkShield SilkShield offers protection from bead to bead whereas Silkworm is found under the tread only. SilkShield provides an additional level of protection for sidewalls as well as under the tread.

Technologies

Specifications

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Part #: TB00201300
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 479 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Part #: TB00201400
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 522 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: SILKSHIELD/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Ravager vs Podium TT review

Features

Features

BlackChili

Vectran

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

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