Continental Gatorskin DuraSkin Folding Bicycle Tire (700×23, Folding, Black)
Continental 0118538 Ultra Gatorskin 700 x 23 Fold Black Tire has a durable carbon black mixture, a well regarded puncture protection system and the DuraSkin-anti-cut fabric to turn the Ultra GatorSkin into a real long distance runner. In varying widths from 23mm to 32mm it can be used on the way to work as well for training for road races or for sportifs and audax. A durable, tough tire at a really nice price. A modern tread design that collects less debris and the expansion of the product line to the new dimension 28-559 for fast MTB street riding. The DuraSkin technology protects the sidewalls from cuts, punctures and abrasion. The Safety System technology provides additional puncture protection by combining nylon fabric with Kevlar, positioned between the tread and the casing. Specs: Weight – 230 grams; Recommended PSI – 110; Maximum PSI – 120; PU – 10.
Product Features
- CARBON BLACK MIXTURE- The Gatorskin, manufactured with a durable carbon black mixture, is as comfortable on the way to work as it is training for road races.
- POLYXBREAKER- The polyester fibers overlap during manufacturing, yielding a very dense fabric and minimal space in-between threads, making the PolyX highly resistant to any foreign body without reducing the rolling resistance.
- DURASKIN- Sidewall protection coming from the high quality polyamide fabric encasing the core casing of the tire from scuffs and cuts under the worst conditions.
- WEAR OPTIMIZED TREAD- Get the most out of your tire with the Gatorskin’s wear optimized tread compound, adding a long service life.
- HANDMADE IN GERMANY-Continental has been hand making their tires since 1871, maintaining the integrity of tradition, while evolving with the most advanced technology.
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Very durable so far I cycle 10,000 miles a year and I don’t like fixing flats, especially if I’m near the end of a 200 mile ride. I have been riding Armadillo tires a lot recently but the Specialized web site started giving me grief so I thought I’d try these Gatorskins which have a similar flat-proof reputation. I have several hundred miles on them now and I’ve had no flats yet.They went on easily (thumbs only) but I have no idea how hard they are to remove because they haven’t flatted yet. They’re…
Good tire for the commute for 30 days – Lousy Customer service These are a very good tire for my commute to work over some gravel, streets and beat roads of New England. Last thing I want is to change a tire at 5 AM on the ride to work and these have kept me for doing so so far. Good traction on wet roads and sandy edges.NOW THE UPDATED STORYAfter 60 miles the bead separated from the sidewall of the tire. Continental said sorry we have a 1 year warranty but we don’t cover road hazards. This wasn’t anything I hit if it was I…
I put these on my road bike at the recommendation of a friend of mine who also has some. My original tires were very fast (low rolling resistance) but, a consistent thickness throughout their width, were prone to retain road debris, risking punctures. These tires are more thick on center, which makes them better at resisting punctures as well as providing a little softer ride, which is appreciated. I will say that the softness of the rubber does seem to increase rolling resistance a little, but…