Ultra Sport III vs Ikon review

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

Ultra Sport III

Ikon

Completely renewed, sporting a dynamic tread pattern design.Matches with a race bike, as well as a classic city road bike.Available in a wide range of dimensions and colors.

Modern tire for those new to road cycling

A versatile XC tread

Completely renewed, sporting a dynamic tread pattern design.Matches with a race bike, as well as a classic city road bike.Available in a wide range of dimensions and colors.

The Maxxis Ikon is a versatile XC tire designed to perform in a broad range of conditions. With its predictable handling, the Ikon is also a favorite among our slopestyle athletes.

Features

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).
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.

Features

Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
Dual compound, 3C MaxxSpeed, or 3C MaxxTerra options
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
EXO sidewall protection

Usage

XC (Cross Country)

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.
3C MaxxSpeed Used primarily in cross country and enduro tires, the two compounds in the outer layer are specially formulated to reduce rolling resistance and optimize treadwear and traction.
3C MaxxTerra An intermediate compound configuration used in select mountain tires. 3C MaxxTerra is softer and offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip.
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

"27"

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ETRTO: 32 - 630 Dimension: 27 X 1 1/4 Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 415 PSI: 102

"28"

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ETRTO: 32 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 32C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 410 PSI: 102

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ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 28C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 295 PSI: 116

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ETRTO: 28 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 28C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 365 PSI: 116

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/red skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 270 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/white skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 270 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/green skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 270 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/blue skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 270 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/yellow skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 270 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 265 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 25C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 335 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/yellow skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 255 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/white skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 255 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/blue skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 255 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/green skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 255 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/red skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 255 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 320 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 23 - 622 Dimension: 700 X 23C Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 245 PSI: 123

"27.5"

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ETRTO: 28 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 28B Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 345 PSI: 116

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ETRTO: 28 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 28B Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 275 PSI: 116

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ETRTO: 25 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 25B Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 315 PSI: 123

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ETRTO: 25 - 584 Dimension: 650 X 25B Technology: Performance Color/Sidewall/Bead: black/black skin foldable TPI: 3/180 PureGrip: g: 250 PSI: 123

Specifications

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Part #: TB72385300
Size: 26X2.20 ETRTO: 57-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 572 Compound: SINGLE Max PSI: 65 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB72390100
Size: 26X2.20 ETRTO: 57-559 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 623 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB73499100
Size: 26X2.35 ETRTO: 60-559 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 675 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

27.5

Part #: TB00332800
Size: 27.5X2.20 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 701 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85919000
Size: 27.5X2.20 ETRTO: 56-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 646 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB85956000
Size: 27.5X2.35 ETRTO: 60-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 700 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

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Part #: TB96646100
Size: 29X2.00 ETRTO: 50-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 618 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00333000
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 710 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00332900
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 737 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR/TANWALL Color: TANWALL Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96740100
Size: 29X2.20 ETRTO: 57-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 697 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB96731100
Size: 29X2.35 ETRTO: 60-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 755 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 60 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00038300
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 805 Compound: 3C MAXXSPEED Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Ultra Sport III vs Ikon review

Features

PureGrip Compound

E25

Features

Usage

Usage

Technologies

Technologies

Specifications

"27"

"28"

"27.5"

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