Description

CONTINENTAL Gatorskin 650C x 23 Rigid Road Tyre
Experience unparalleled reliability on your long-distance rides with the Continental Gatorskin 650C x 23 rigid road tyre. Renowned as a true mileage king, this tyre is meticulously engineered for cyclists who demand the utmost in durability and puncture resistance. Whether you´re commuting through unpredictable urban environments, embarking on epic training sessions, or tackling a demanding sportive, the Gatorskin is your trusted partner for the road ahead, delivering consistent performance and complete peace of mind, kilometre after kilometre.
Your Ultimate Shield Against Road Hazards
The Continental Gatorskin has earned its place as a market leader by providing robust, all-around protection without compromising ride quality. It has been specifically designed to travel long distances, making it the go-to choice for endurance cyclists, tourers, and dedicated commuters. Its legendary toughness allows you to focus on your performance and the joy of the ride, rather than worrying about potential flats.
Engineered for Endurance and Longevity
At the heart of the Gatorskin´s design is a suite of protective features that work in harmony to create a formidable defence system.
* Exceptional Sidewall Protection: The renowned DuraSkin external mesh creates a protective shield along the entire casing. This intelligent feature defends the tyre against the cuts, scuffs, and abrasions that are common on rough road surfaces, ensuring the integrity of your tyre on the most challenging rides.
* Advanced Puncture Defence: The core of the tyre features the PolyX Breaker, a formidable barrier against punctures. This incredibly resistant cross-woven fabric effectively repels thorns, sharp glass, and other road debris without negatively impacting the tyre´s rolling resistance, ensuring a smooth, fast, and secure journey.
* Extreme Durability and High Mileage: The Gatorskin is built to last. Thanks to a specially wear-optimized compound, this tyre offers an exceptionally long service life, resisting wear and tear over thousands of kilometres. This focus on durability makes it the market-leading choice for cyclists looking to maximize their mileage and get the most value from their equipment. The combination of anti-puncture and anti-cut technologies truly makes the Gatorskin the best companion for long distances.
This 650C x 23 version is the perfect rigid clincher for road cycling, offering a precise fit and reliable performance for bikes equipped with this classic wheel size.
Technical Specifications
* Tyre Type: Clincher
* Bead: Rigid
* Wheel Size: 26´´- 650C
* Tyre Width: 23 mm
* ETRTO: 23-571
General Specifications for the Continental Gatorskin Tyre Range:
The Continental highway tyre, Gatorskin, with its DuraSkin cut-resistant material and PolyX Breaker puncture protection, is ideal for training and long-distance races.
It has been designed to travel long distances.
It is a market leader for its puncture and cut protection, making the Gatorskin the best for long distances.
Thanks to its wear-optimized compound, it offers extreme durability.
Characteristics:
* Use: Road
* Type: Rigid
* Available Sizes in Range: 700×23, 700×25, 700×28, 700×32
* ETRTO (for 700c range): 23-622, 25-622, 28-622, 32-622
* Recommended Pressure: 7.5 to 8.5 bar (109 to 123 PSI)
* TPI: 3/180