What technology does it use in its construction?
The Grand Prix 5000 comes standard in Continental's proprietary Black Chili compound, paired with the pinnacle of puncture protection from the Vectran Breaker casing, this combination delivers a lighter, more flexible carcass with all the premium performance traits you would expect from Black Chili - enhanced longevity and superior grip and rolling efficiency. Available in a folding bead, either innertube or tubeless specific.
What is the intended use?
Continental's Grand Prix 5000 is designed exclusively for road optimised for diversity, in Race, Sportive, Training and Touring scenarios, wet or dry. This slick road tyre provides unparalleled performance characteristics, in every situation delivering consistent and predictable grip.
Our verdict
One of the fastest road bike tyres Continental has ever developed, predictable control and rolling speed while your racking up miles on big days in the saddle with friends or pushing the limits and striving for a new PB.