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Review by JohnVery Happy with Theseby JohnNYC Area4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I got these in 28mm and mounted them on HED Ardennes LT+ TR rim brake rims (21mm interior width). Replaced a set of tubed GP4000s. Like other commenters note, the 28mm tubeless look like my former 25mm tubed tires, but I haven�t measured them. I didn�t have any trouble mounting these, though I used tire levers to mount them. They�re a pleasure to ride; tubeless is always a little plusher than tubed, but these are a bit silkier than other tubeless I�ve ridden. It may be my imagination but they seem a little faster than my previous GPs. I�ve ridden about 300 miles on them over all kinds of surface, including milled asphalt, crappy NYC streets, and dirt, and I�ve had no flats and no premature wear. Expensive but I expect to get every penny out of them.
Reviewed 9/18/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by John was helpful/No, review by John was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I got these in 28mm and mounted them on HED Ardennes LT+ TR rim brake rims (21mm interior width). Replaced a set of tubed GP4000s. Like other commenters note, the 28mm tubeless look like my former 25mm tubed tires, but I haven�t measured them. I didn�t have any trouble mounting these, though I used tire levers to mount them. They�re a pleasure to ride; tubeless is always a little plusher than tubed, but these are a bit silkier than other tubeless I�ve ridden. It may be my imagination but they seem a little faster than my previous GPs. I�ve ridden about 300 miles on them over all kinds of surface, including milled asphalt, crappy NYC streets, and dirt, and I�ve had no flats and no premature wear. Expensive but I expect to get every penny out of them.
Review by TinNCMy favorite road tiresby TinNCCycling EnthusiastCoastal NC2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I ride on the road about 100 miles/week. I used to ride Gatorskins for their durability, but switched to tubeless about 6 months ago. After an initial failed set of Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tires, I installed a set of GP 5000 S TRs, and couldn't be happier. I ride these tubeless, on Shimano RS370s, at 63 psi. They're very grippy, fast rolling, comfortable, and durable. No leaks/sealing issues using Stan's. My favorite road tires.
Reviewed 7/26/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by TinNC was helpful/No, review by TinNC was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I ride on the road about 100 miles/week. I used to ride Gatorskins for their durability, but switched to tubeless about 6 months ago. After an initial failed set of Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tires, I installed a set of GP 5000 S TRs, and couldn't be happier. I ride these tubeless, on Shimano RS370s, at 63 psi. They're very grippy, fast rolling, comfortable, and durable. No leaks/sealing issues using Stan's. My favorite road tires.
Review by SF bikerExtremely difficult to mountby SF bikerCycling EnthusiastSouth Bay CA3 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I've used Continental tires for over 15 years, starting with Gator Skins for my tubed tires. 7 years ago I went tubeless with Mavic wheels. I was able to mount the older Continental tubeless tires, but with a lot of effort. I now have Mavic Ksyrium Elite Disc UST rims. Today I tried to mount the new version Continental tubeless tires 700X30C. I couldn't event get close to mounting them, even the first side. I'll go to my local bike shop for help tomorrow. FYI, the bike shop has told me that Mavic rims are difficult for mounting, depending on the tire type. I love Continentals as being very durable tires. But if you go tubeless, don't even try to mount them yourself.
Reviewed 3/27/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by SF biker was helpful/No, review by SF biker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've used Continental tires for over 15 years, starting with Gator Skins for my tubed tires. 7 years ago I went tubeless with Mavic wheels. I was able to mount the older Continental tubeless tires, but with a lot of effort. I now have Mavic Ksyrium Elite Disc UST rims. Today I tried to mount the new version Continental tubeless tires 700X30C. I couldn't event get close to mounting them, even the first side. I'll go to my local bike shop for help tomorrow. FYI, the bike shop has told me that Mavic rims are difficult for mounting, depending on the tire type. I love Continentals as being very durable tires. But if you go tubeless, don't even try to mount them yourself.
Review by Bob S.THE BEST tire.by Bob S.Competitive RacerFullerton, Ca1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Best tire made. LIght but thick rubber to prevent punctures. The best tire to get to avoid flats.
Reviewed 8/24/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bob S. was helpful/No, review by Bob S. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Best tire made. LIght but thick rubber to prevent punctures. The best tire to get to avoid flats.
Review by Davie J.Very supple rideby Davie J.Cycling Enthusiast194261 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Fairly difficult to mount, like the Challenges, but buy the Challenge tire mounting tool and two Schwalbe tire
levers with the rim clip, you'll get them on! I think the ride is not as supple as the Vitoria's or Challenge tires,
(700cx30mm) but I can live with them. Installed tubeless with Finish Line sealant, they hold air for 2-3 months.
Great looking with the tan sidewall
Reviewed 4/3/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Davie J. was helpful/No, review by Davie J. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Fairly difficult to mount, like the Challenges, but buy the Challenge tire mounting tool and two Schwalbe tire
levers with the rim clip, you'll get them on! I think the ride is not as supple as the Vitoria's or Challenge tires,
(700cx30mm) but I can live with them. Installed tubeless with Finish Line sealant, they hold air for 2-3 months.
Great looking with the tan sidewall
Review by Jim LBest of the GP5000�sby Jim LSo Cal1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I�ve been using GP 5000�s tubeless for 5-6 years and the S TR since it became available. I�ve been getting around 5000 miles on each tire on rough pavement and occasional gravel. I like the feel, the grip and the rolling resistance at 65/70 seems as good or better than earlier versions.
Reviewed 7/3/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jim L was helpful/No, review by Jim L was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I�ve been using GP 5000�s tubeless for 5-6 years and the S TR since it became available. I�ve been getting around 5000 miles on each tire on rough pavement and occasional gravel. I like the feel, the grip and the rolling resistance at 65/70 seems as good or better than earlier versions.
Review by AnonymousDurable tubeless tiresby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSF Bay Area4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.I've used Continental tires for years. Went tubeless a few years ago and will never go back to tubes. I've now gone through two sets of the new GP 5000 S TR tires. As with all Continentals, they are very difficult to mount, especially on my Mavic rims. And they are pricier than the original GP 5000 tubeless. With local roads getting worse (potholes after recent heavy rains) I've gone to larger 700 X 30s. Ride is comfortable. One word of advice: if you run tubeless, make sure you carry repair plugs. I use Dynaplug.
Reviewed 2/18/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've used Continental tires for years. Went tubeless a few years ago and will never go back to tubes. I've now gone through two sets of the new GP 5000 S TR tires. As with all Continentals, they are very difficult to mount, especially on my Mavic rims. And they are pricier than the original GP 5000 tubeless. With local roads getting worse (potholes after recent heavy rains) I've gone to larger 700 X 30s. Ride is comfortable. One word of advice: if you run tubeless, make sure you carry repair plugs. I use Dynaplug.
Review by Andrew T. These things sing and fly over pavement by Andrew T. San Francisco3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I got a 25mm pair put on my ENVE 3.4s and did my normal training route and at the end of my ride, I had a feeling of utter joy and mind you, I've done this is the training circuit countless times for several years!
I have the 25mm in tubeless on both my bikes in black and transparent. This new version of the 5K S TR is really just bliss. My set that is now one year old shows no little to no cuts, and has never needed a dynaplug, knock on wood!
I really love these tires and they rank just above the Schwable Pro One tubeless setup.
My advice is that you will need a slick of soap in the stubborn part of the tire to get it up and over the rim wall lip. These tires are certainly hard to put on but after using a tiny bit of soap and my rubber palm mechanics gloves from climbing the cables on Half Dome in Yosemite. The tire snapped right into my rim brake ENVE 3.4 SES with a few hard goes of gripping the tire with my palm shove method, my thumbs alone weren't strong enough.
Added some Orange Seal Endurance, blasted them with my Lezyne chamber pump and hit my hilly training circuit with more joy than words can describe.
The tires were smooth, supple and confident. I really loves the feel of them and now have them on both my road bikes!
Reviewed 1/9/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Andrew T. was helpful/No, review by Andrew T. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I got a 25mm pair put on my ENVE 3.4s and did my normal training route and at the end of my ride, I had a feeling of utter joy and mind you, I've done this is the training circuit countless times for several years!
I have the 25mm in tubeless on both my bikes in black and transparent. This new version of the 5K S TR is really just bliss. My set that is now one year old shows no little to no cuts, and has never needed a dynaplug, knock on wood!
I really love these tires and they rank just above the Schwable Pro One tubeless setup.
My advice is that you will need a slick of soap in the stubborn part of the tire to get it up and over the rim wall lip. These tires are certainly hard to put on but after using a tiny bit of soap and my rubber palm mechanics gloves from climbing the cables on Half Dome in Yosemite. The tire snapped right into my rim brake ENVE 3.4 SES with a few hard goes of gripping the tire with my palm shove method, my thumbs alone weren't strong enough.
Added some Orange Seal Endurance, blasted them with my Lezyne chamber pump and hit my hilly training circuit with more joy than words can describe.
The tires were smooth, supple and confident. I really loves the feel of them and now have them on both my road bikes!
Review by AnonymousWorst tires everby AnonymousCycling Enthusiast6 of 11 customers found this review helpful.Bought these to replace my worn out Schwalbe pros. I've used GP tires in the past eg...GP4000 clincher, GP5000 clincher etc...Decided to try the new GP5000 TLR since I've heard great reviews of their previous version. Mounting was easy for my specific rim. Everything was going ok . After a couple hundred miles, notice the pressure wouldn't hold as well as the Schwalbe's did. Probably lose around 30-40 psi per week. Unfortunately one day I ran over maybe 11 thorns on my usual 40 miler. Must be bad luck. 8 out of the 11 sealed. I always carry a hand pump so eventually limped home. Used soap and bubble to find the tiny punctures. Decided to check the side walls too and low and behold found multiple micro leaks on both sides. Checked the other tire and same thing. Switched to Pirelli's and so far so good.
Reviewed 12/15/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Bought these to replace my worn out Schwalbe pros. I've used GP tires in the past eg...GP4000 clincher, GP5000 clincher etc...Decided to try the new GP5000 TLR since I've heard great reviews of their previous version. Mounting was easy for my specific rim. Everything was going ok . After a couple hundred miles, notice the pressure wouldn't hold as well as the Schwalbe's did. Probably lose around 30-40 psi per week. Unfortunately one day I ran over maybe 11 thorns on my usual 40 miler. Must be bad luck. 8 out of the 11 sealed. I always carry a hand pump so eventually limped home. Used soap and bubble to find the tiny punctures. Decided to check the side walls too and low and behold found multiple micro leaks on both sides. Checked the other tire and same thing. Switched to Pirelli's and so far so good.
Review by AnonymousWorse Tire Everby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSt. George, UT15 of 42 customers found this review helpful.I've been riding road bikes for 25 years and used many different brands and styles of tires within brands. I generally like Continentals but these are the hardest tires to mount and dismount on rims I've ever encountered. It took me half an hour trying to mount these stubborn tires on my front rim and longer on the back rim. I can usually change a flat in less than two minutes. Pinched a tube on the back, broke a tire lever, tore up my hands, and scratched my rims. I could not imagine trying to change these on the road. Do yourself a favor and do NOT even consider these. Besides they are priced so high.
Reviewed 9/30/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've been riding road bikes for 25 years and used many different brands and styles of tires within brands. I generally like Continentals but these are the hardest tires to mount and dismount on rims I've ever encountered. It took me half an hour trying to mount these stubborn tires on my front rim and longer on the back rim. I can usually change a flat in less than two minutes. Pinched a tube on the back, broke a tire lever, tore up my hands, and scratched my rims. I could not imagine trying to change these on the road. Do yourself a favor and do NOT even consider these. Besides they are priced so high.
Review by AnonymousPricey, but THE tire for Hookless rimsby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastVentura Cty CA5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.Super fast rolling tire.
I use 28mm size
Use a good sealant like the Silca stuff and they are fantastic.
I have had a 5mm hole in the tread when I used Stan's and they would not seal to anything above 25/30psi.
No match for broken glass on a sidewall though.
but I stress that these are fast and sticky tires!
Only "problem" is the price, however if hookless rims are what you use, this is THE tire to beat.
Reviewed 12/23/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Super fast rolling tire.
I use 28mm size
Use a good sealant like the Silca stuff and they are fantastic.
I have had a 5mm hole in the tread when I used Stan's and they would not seal to anything above 25/30psi.
No match for broken glass on a sidewall though.
but I stress that these are fast and sticky tires!
Only "problem" is the price, however if hookless rims are what you use, this is THE tire to beat.
Review by AnonymousEasy to mount. No more punctured tubes.by AnonymousDaily CommuterCorvallis, Oregon5 of 7 customers found this review helpful.Although I'm old and have weak, arthritic hands, these tires mounted easily, without tools. I have almost 2500 miles on my current set, and will likely ride them for a few hundred more.
I live in a small west coast city where about 1/2 the population is now homeless, living in a variety of tents, tarp shacks, and lean-tos made out of stolen building materials. As a result, all the bike paths and lanes are littered with broken glass, needles, and other various bits of sharp junk that cause punctures. These tires have had at least 10 punctures (small and large), but they have always sealed. They have saved me many times, coming or going from work, from having to change a tube, on a dark, isolated bike path.
I will most certainly buy these tires again.
Reviewed 12/1/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Although I'm old and have weak, arthritic hands, these tires mounted easily, without tools. I have almost 2500 miles on my current set, and will likely ride them for a few hundred more.
I live in a small west coast city where about 1/2 the population is now homeless, living in a variety of tents, tarp shacks, and lean-tos made out of stolen building materials. As a result, all the bike paths and lanes are littered with broken glass, needles, and other various bits of sharp junk that cause punctures. These tires have had at least 10 punctures (small and large), but they have always sealed. They have saved me many times, coming or going from work, from having to change a tube, on a dark, isolated bike path.
I will most certainly buy these tires again.
Review by AnonymousGood until first flat!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastMaryland1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Like these tires for a year, until my first flat! Tire sealed on the road and I was able to ride the remaining 10 miles home. It held air through the next day until I pumped it up to riding pressure. The sealant could not hold the air pressure and select came out. I then plugged the hole, which solved the problem, but there is a bump where the plug went in. To be safe I'll probably buy a new tire..
Reviewed 5/23/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Like these tires for a year, until my first flat! Tire sealed on the road and I was able to ride the remaining 10 miles home. It held air through the next day until I pumped it up to riding pressure. The sealant could not hold the air pressure and select came out. I then plugged the hole, which solved the problem, but there is a bump where the plug went in. To be safe I'll probably buy a new tire..
Review by AnonymousExcellent by AnonymousMaryland1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I love, love, love these tires. Fast and durable. Not one puncture (that I'm aware of) over several thousand miles. Great road feel and easy to mount on my DT Swiss wheels. FWIW I run these with Silca Ultimate sealant.
Reviewed 5/24/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I love, love, love these tires. Fast and durable. Not one puncture (that I'm aware of) over several thousand miles. Great road feel and easy to mount on my DT Swiss wheels. FWIW I run these with Silca Ultimate sealant.
Review by TomGreatby TomCompetitive RacerPhiladelphia 2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I did a recent race 60 miles, when I arrived I noticed everyone was was riding a gravel bike Turns out about 33 miles was gravel, I rode and completed the ride on the 28mm continental 5000 on Cadex hookless wheels at 63 psi ,not a single mark no flats zero problem well maybe one on 10% hill my tiers were spinning so much in the gravel I had walk part of the way up the hill in my road shoes.
Reviewed 5/15/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tom was helpful/No, review by Tom was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I did a recent race 60 miles, when I arrived I noticed everyone was was riding a gravel bike Turns out about 33 miles was gravel, I rode and completed the ride on the 28mm continental 5000 on Cadex hookless wheels at 63 psi ,not a single mark no flats zero problem well maybe one on 10% hill my tiers were spinning so much in the gravel I had walk part of the way up the hill in my road shoes.
Review by elicriffieldBest Road Tireby elicriffieldCompetitive RacerOmaha, NEEasy installation, fastest rolling, and I've had no flats. GP 5000s seems like the default answer for the best road tire.
Reviewed 7/27/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by elicriffield was helpful/No, review by elicriffield was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Easy installation, fastest rolling, and I've had no flats. GP 5000s seems like the default answer for the best road tire.
Review by Anonymousexcelent tireby AnonymousCycling Enthusiastnorth georgiaAfter 250 road miles they have good grip and roll smoothly
Reviewed 7/25/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
After 250 road miles they have good grip and roll smoothly
Review by AnonymousGreat tires. by Anonymous2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I have the Grand Prix 5000 tubeless and feel it worth every penny.
Got a puncture/ slash last week which was leaking. But�. It sealed itself after a while and I�ve been riding consistently.
I�m a fan.
Reviewed 11/8/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have the Grand Prix 5000 tubeless and feel it worth every penny.
Got a puncture/ slash last week which was leaking. But�. It sealed itself after a while and I�ve been riding consistently.
I�m a fan.
Review by hilbikerImprove confidenceby hilbikerCycling EnthusiastHercules, CA4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.This replaces my old GP5000 TL 700x30 with 2500 miles and rubber is starting to get harder.
I ordered STR in 700x28 and immediate notice improve handling and confidence and allow me to take a corner faster. I had a accidentally rollover some glass and sharp rocks and this Conti kept me rolling.
Tried other tires like Pirelli PZero TLR, flats within 300 miles, Schwalbe Pro 1, GY, but GP5000 STR is the best for me so far for reliability, speed and handling.
Reviewed 11/4/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by hilbiker was helpful/No, review by hilbiker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This replaces my old GP5000 TL 700x30 with 2500 miles and rubber is starting to get harder.
I ordered STR in 700x28 and immediate notice improve handling and confidence and allow me to take a corner faster. I had a accidentally rollover some glass and sharp rocks and this Conti kept me rolling.
Tried other tires like Pirelli PZero TLR, flats within 300 miles, Schwalbe Pro 1, GY, but GP5000 STR is the best for me so far for reliability, speed and handling.
Review by JesusGreat Tires, Easy to mount with Tubeless Setup! A++++by JesusCycling EnthusiastLong Beach, CA4 of 5 customers found this review helpful.Very happy with the tires. I was able to mount myself and actually complete a successful tubeless setup. Love these tires. Purchased a few for backups. The Tan walls are beautiful!!! I will purchase again.
Reviewed 10/28/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Jesus was helpful/No, review by Jesus was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Very happy with the tires. I was able to mount myself and actually complete a successful tubeless setup. Love these tires. Purchased a few for backups. The Tan walls are beautiful!!! I will purchase again.