Continental 700X25 GATORSKIN ROAD BIKE TYRE

The reptilian design sets the tone for eating up those miles
Excellent puncture protection thanks to PolyXBreaker puncture protection insert
Extremly long service through wear-optimised tread compound

How to measure tyre wear?

To measure the wear on your road tyres and to know when they need replacing, you need to inspect the tread. Tread starting to fray, the appearance of a series of micro cracks and low tread depth are signs of wear before the stage where the carcass becomes visible. In all these cases the tyre is worn and needs replacing.

How to remove your tyre

To remove your tyre, you need to deflate the inner tube until no more air comes out. Once deflated, use a tyre lever to remove the tyre from the rim

How to put your tyre back on

To put your tyre back on, first start by inserting one side of the tyre into the rim. Next, inflate your inner tube to approximately 30% before putting it into the tyre (inflating it beforehand reduces the risk of pinching the inner tube). Then, place the other side of the tyre into the rim, starting on the side opposite the valve. Before inflating the inner tube all the way, check to make sure it isn’t pinched between the tyre and the rim.

How to inflate your tyre correctly

Inflate your tyre with caution. The recommended pressure is indicated on the side of your tyre as well as on its product sheet (available online). Also, before each outing, make sure that your tyres are at the correct pressure for your ride.

Tip from the pros

When inflating your tyre, make sure you inflate it to the suitable pressure for the terrain you will be riding on and, above all, the weather conditions you will be riding in. When riding in rainy weather, lower the tyre pressure to increase the tyre’s grip. When riding in dry weather, you can increase the pressure. Also, before each outing, make sure that your tyres are at the correct pressure for your ride.