Tempo II vs Receptor review

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

Tempo II

Receptor

Particularly light and fast racing tire designed for the concrete and wooden surfaces of velodromes.No compromise design: made with a particularly fine carcass and a slightly roughened slick tread.

The velodrome all-rounder for all track disciplines

Semi-slick gravel tire

Particularly light and fast racing tire designed for the concrete and wooden surfaces of velodromes.No compromise design: made with a particularly fine carcass and a slightly roughened slick tread.

The Maxxis Receptor is a semi-slick gravel tire designed for riding on pavement, hard-packed dirt roads, and light gravel. With its low profile center tread, the Receptor rolls easily no matter the surface. Small side knobs provide cornering traction in loose over hard terrain.

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

Features

120 TPI tubeless ready casing
Dual compound
EXO sidewall protection

Usage

Gravel

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.

Specifications

650

Part #: TB00300400
Size: 650X47B Etrto: 47-584 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 484 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

700

Part #: TB00325300
Size: 700X40C Etrto: 40-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 429 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: DIRT ROAD/GRAVEL

Tempo II vs Receptor review

Features

BlackChili

Features

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