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Review by 505RiderStill the Best Protection!by 505RiderCompetitive RacerAlbuquerque, NM1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I tried other brands for training that promised to be thorn and flat resistive, but I keep coming back to the Continentals. The Gator Hardshell isn't going to win any awards for being lightweight, but that's what racing tires are for. These basically repel all goatheads, which is saying a lot in New Mexico (Goat-head capital of the US). Buy and train with confidence!
Reviewed 11/28/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by 505Rider was helpful/No, review by 505Rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I tried other brands for training that promised to be thorn and flat resistive, but I keep coming back to the Continentals. The Gator Hardshell isn't going to win any awards for being lightweight, but that's what racing tires are for. These basically repel all goatheads, which is saying a lot in New Mexico (Goat-head capital of the US). Buy and train with confidence!
Review by Clydesdale RiderGreat ride fora great price.by Clydesdale RiderCycling EnthusiastUtah3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.The ride of these tires is really good. I have about 500 miles on them now with no flats. Wahoo!
Reviewed 6/26/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Clydesdale Rider was helpful/No, review by Clydesdale Rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The ride of these tires is really good. I have about 500 miles on them now with no flats. Wahoo!
Review by JVExcellent No Flatsby JVFlorida7 of 7 customers found this review helpful.My 4 th set. No the lightest or most confortable but Great tires.. But above all worry free from flats. Use it daily rought road , no problem. Never had a flat and ride daily over 40 miles. Would no use it for racing or if looking for a light tire. But if you want a quality dependable tire no better choice.
Reviewed 9/22/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JV was helpful/No, review by JV was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
My 4 th set. No the lightest or most confortable but Great tires.. But above all worry free from flats. Use it daily rought road , no problem. Never had a flat and ride daily over 40 miles. Would no use it for racing or if looking for a light tire. But if you want a quality dependable tire no better choice.
Review by CDLveloTough & Reliable - Commuter's Delightby CDLveloDaily CommuterSurrey, BC7 of 7 customers found this review helpful.Solved my problem with my flats on commutes! After 2 flats in 8 years using Gatorskins (even ran on rear tire through to the cords), I had forgotten how important it was to have a tough tire for commuting! I got a new bike last year, flatted twice on the Schwalbe tires that came with the bike, so I changed to Conti GP -Season (great handling tire) but flatted 5 times in 8 weeks!! (lots of tough paths, sidewalks, etc.) - so I wanted Gatorskins, but decided to go to the new, even tougher Gator Hardshell tires - 12 weeks later no flats, no worries - perfect for my commute! A little difficult to install compared to other Conti tires, but well worth the effort. Highly recommended for commuting, tandem, and any application where durability is paramount.
Reviewed 2/2/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by CDLvelo was helpful/No, review by CDLvelo was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Solved my problem with my flats on commutes! After 2 flats in 8 years using Gatorskins (even ran on rear tire through to the cords), I had forgotten how important it was to have a tough tire for commuting! I got a new bike last year, flatted twice on the Schwalbe tires that came with the bike, so I changed to Conti GP -Season (great handling tire) but flatted 5 times in 8 weeks!! (lots of tough paths, sidewalks, etc.) - so I wanted Gatorskins, but decided to go to the new, even tougher Gator Hardshell tires - 12 weeks later no flats, no worries - perfect for my commute! A little difficult to install compared to other Conti tires, but well worth the effort. Highly recommended for commuting, tandem, and any application where durability is paramount.
Review by Warren GGood tire for tandemsby Warren GCycling EnthusiastColoradoUsing on a tandem, and like the lower pressure that a 700 x 32 tire allows. Gatorskins provide a good ride with durability and flat protection.
Reviewed 5/22/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Warren G was helpful/No, review by Warren G was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Using on a tandem, and like the lower pressure that a 700 x 32 tire allows. Gatorskins provide a good ride with durability and flat protection.
Review by likes2workoutLove these tires!!by likes2workoutSandy, utahThe Continental Gator tires are great!! I had them on my first road bike and now on my second road bike. Very durable and feel confident that I won't have flat tires. Highly recommend them. Also put them on my husband's bike and he likes them too!!
Reviewed 4/24/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by likes2workout was helpful/No, review by likes2workout was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
The Continental Gator tires are great!! I had them on my first road bike and now on my second road bike. Very durable and feel confident that I won't have flat tires. Highly recommend them. Also put them on my husband's bike and he likes them too!!
Review by CobleroneGood ride, for a reinforced tireby CobleroneCycling EnthusiastNew Mexico3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.This is one of the best puncture-proof tires out there. I live in goathead country, and my conti's do quite well at keeping me on the road. The ride is not as plush as some, but not as stiff as others, works for me.
Reviewed 4/8/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Coblerone was helpful/No, review by Coblerone was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This is one of the best puncture-proof tires out there. I live in goathead country, and my conti's do quite well at keeping me on the road. The ride is not as plush as some, but not as stiff as others, works for me.
Review by AnonymousSimply amazing! by AnonymousSt Pete Beach Fl1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I bought a new Schlitter recumbent and on one of my first rides I encountered something I neve experienced in Maryland....sand spurs! Got two flats in one ride. A friend suggested Gatorskins and now I laugh at you nasty sand spurs.
Reviewed 2/17/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I bought a new Schlitter recumbent and on one of my first rides I encountered something I neve experienced in Maryland....sand spurs! Got two flats in one ride. A friend suggested Gatorskins and now I laugh at you nasty sand spurs.
Review by AnonymousDurableby AnonymousvirginiaDependable. Lasts reasonsably well.
Reviewed 1/9/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Dependable. Lasts reasonsably well.
Review by Paul BrandBest training tire aroundby Paul BrandCentral LouisianaI used hardshell tires for the last five years. No complaints , very few flats, always got a season plus. Before replacing.
Reviewed 6/24/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Paul Brand was helpful/No, review by Paul Brand was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I used hardshell tires for the last five years. No complaints , very few flats, always got a season plus. Before replacing.
Review by AnonymousTough tires!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSan Francisco1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I rode these tires up Mt. Tam on fire roads 3 times in last month and no issues. 2X Eldridge and 1X Railroad Grade and they performed very well despite being taken over rocky terrain that they were not designed for. Zero punctures or cuts and other than a little scuffing they are doing fine. They held better than I expected on loose rocky terrain with minimal slippage. Swapping on some CX tires and will keep these for pavement.
Reviewed 5/20/2016Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I rode these tires up Mt. Tam on fire roads 3 times in last month and no issues. 2X Eldridge and 1X Railroad Grade and they performed very well despite being taken over rocky terrain that they were not designed for. Zero punctures or cuts and other than a little scuffing they are doing fine. They held better than I expected on loose rocky terrain with minimal slippage. Swapping on some CX tires and will keep these for pavement.
Review by BGLove these tiresby BGSan DiegoGreat tires. Long wearing, puncture resistant , okay handling and an overall good value.
Reviewed 5/16/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by BG was helpful/No, review by BG was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great tires. Long wearing, puncture resistant , okay handling and an overall good value.
Review by MarkUnbelievable tire!by MarkCycling Enthusiastall across the country2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I have used Cont. 4000 II, Verdestein and Michelin Pro 4 and this by far is the best I have found for wear and durability. I teamed them up with puncture resistant tubes and have yet to have a flat. They ride a little stiff but the roll is great. I would not use if racing, but I am a rider who just loves riding. I do about 200-250 a week and all in asphalt roads. I like they have now begun to include the wear indicator dots on the tire. It looks like I will get at least 2500-3000 out of these tires. Very, very satisfied!
Reviewed 2/14/2016Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Mark was helpful/No, review by Mark was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have used Cont. 4000 II, Verdestein and Michelin Pro 4 and this by far is the best I have found for wear and durability. I teamed them up with puncture resistant tubes and have yet to have a flat. They ride a little stiff but the roll is great. I would not use if racing, but I am a rider who just loves riding. I do about 200-250 a week and all in asphalt roads. I like they have now begun to include the wear indicator dots on the tire. It looks like I will get at least 2500-3000 out of these tires. Very, very satisfied!
Review by AnonymousDurable and puncture resistant.by Anonymous3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.This tire is the best puncture resistant tire I've used. I have been riding for over 50 years and this tire for it's price point is definitely worth considering. Highly recommend it.
Reviewed 9/15/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This tire is the best puncture resistant tire I've used. I have been riding for over 50 years and this tire for it's price point is definitely worth considering. Highly recommend it.
Review by BradVery durable tire for the money!by BradCycling EnthusiastSouthwest Oklahoma2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.These are the most durable and puncture resistant road tires I've used thus far. Stout sidewalls that are not easily cut and excellent construction limit punctures tremendously.
Reviewed 4/14/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Brad was helpful/No, review by Brad was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These are the most durable and puncture resistant road tires I've used thus far. Stout sidewalls that are not easily cut and excellent construction limit punctures tremendously.
Review by AlGreat Tireby AlCompetitive RacerBoise, ID1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Not the most supple tire out there, but if you have goathead (thorns) problems in your area this is your tire. I've been using these for a year now and no flats so far. They are long wearing too. They stand up well to chip sealed roads.
Reviewed 8/4/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Al was helpful/No, review by Al was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Not the most supple tire out there, but if you have goathead (thorns) problems in your area this is your tire. I've been using these for a year now and no flats so far. They are long wearing too. They stand up well to chip sealed roads.
Review by HckjGreat tires, like the ride and durability.by HckjCycling EnthusiastSmyrna, deHave been running gator hardshell for years, however, the past tires were 23mm wide, wanted a wider tire, and this tire worked perfectly.
Changed to gator hard shells after a three week tour, the riders with tire had fewer flats than the rest of us using various brands.
Reviewed 7/4/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Hckj was helpful/No, review by Hckj was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Have been running gator hardshell for years, however, the past tires were 23mm wide, wanted a wider tire, and this tire worked perfectly.
Changed to gator hard shells after a three week tour, the riders with tire had fewer flats than the rest of us using various brands.
Review by LouiseMy go to long distance tireby LouiseSan Diego2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I've been using this tire on my endurance 7 day bike rides for the past 5 years. Not one flat ever.
Reviewed 4/2/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Louise was helpful/No, review by Louise was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've been using this tire on my endurance 7 day bike rides for the past 5 years. Not one flat ever.
Review by CrystalGreat protection, fast enough ride, no complaints!!by CrystalCycling EnthusiastVirginia1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Have yet to get a flat with these. Granted not riding thru NYC or anything, but... One time, found a huge staple in the tread, pulled it out but it had not punctured the protective layers. My every day, go to tires when don't want to worry about stopping to change a flat! Very satisfied.
Reviewed 12/27/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Crystal was helpful/No, review by Crystal was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Have yet to get a flat with these. Granted not riding thru NYC or anything, but... One time, found a huge staple in the tread, pulled it out but it had not punctured the protective layers. My every day, go to tires when don't want to worry about stopping to change a flat! Very satisfied.
Review by tim1457 Rolls great!by tim1457 Aiken, SC2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Wanted some peace of mind from road hazards while training on our not so perfect highways. Tires roll great and ride well. Very satisfied with purchase.
Reviewed 7/9/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by tim1457 was helpful/No, review by tim1457 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Wanted some peace of mind from road hazards while training on our not so perfect highways. Tires roll great and ride well. Very satisfied with purchase.