Description
The Continental Top Contact Winter II is a high-performance 26 x 2.2-inch clincher tire designed for serious winter cycling. Its tread features numerous lamellae and hundreds of biting edges that provide excellent grip on various surfaces, including tarmac, gravel, and snow. Equipped with a Vectran Breaker made from liquid crystal-polymer fibers, the tire offers enhanced cut resistance and durability without compromising rolling resistance. This breaker is lighter and more flexible than traditional nylon versions. The tire has an E50 e-bike rating, ensuring a robust structure and puncture protection to handle the additional forces from e-bike use. A reflective sidewall stripe improves visibility in low-light conditions. The rubber compound is optimized for cold temperatures, helping you maintain traction when others struggle. With a thread count of 330 TPI, a wire bead, and a maximum pressure of 45 PSI, this 26-inch tire is suitable for touring, hybrid, winter-studded, and road riding. It weighs approximately 800 grams and has an ISO width of 55 mm.
- Designed for serious winter cycling with a tread that extends grip deep into the shoulder area for stable handling.
- Features hundreds of biting edges and lamellae to interlock with tarmac, gravel, and snow for improved traction.
- Constructed with a Vectran Breaker made from liquid crystal-polymer yarn for superior cut resistance and flexibility.
- E50 e-bike rating enhances durability and puncture protection to handle additional driving force from e-bikes.
- Includes a reflective sidewall stripe for increased visibility during low-light winter rides.
