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product_id: 1549315
title: "Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5\", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes"
brand: "continental"
price: "KSh27986"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/1549315-continental-gator-hardshell-bicycle-tire-clincher-wire-bead-hardshell-black
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Perfectly balanced durability & ride Triple-layer Hardshell protection Handmade precision from Germany Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes

**Brand:** continental
**Price:** KSh27986
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♂️ Ride Tough, Ride Smart — The Tire That Means Business

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes by continental
- **How much does it cost?** KSh27986 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/1549315-continental-gator-hardshell-bicycle-tire-clincher-wire-bead-hardshell-black)

## Best For

- continental enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted continental brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **DuraSkin Sidewall Armor:** Reinforced polyamide fabric shields against cuts and scuffs in the harshest conditions.
- • **Hardshell Triple Defense:** Deep casing overlap, wide PolyX breaker, and bead-to-bead DuraSkin combine for ultimate tire protection.
- • **PolyX Breaker Technology:** Dense polyester fiber layer that fends off punctures while keeping rolling resistance low.
- • **Unmatched Durability Meets Smooth Ride:** Experience the perfect harmony of long-lasting toughness without sacrificing ride quality.
- • **Crafted with German Precision Since 1871:** Handmade craftsmanship ensures every tire delivers consistent, high-performance reliability.

## Overview

The Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire is a premium clincher tire designed for road bikes, featuring advanced PolyX Breaker and DuraSkin technologies for superior puncture and sidewall protection. Handmade in Germany, this 27.5" (700x23-32) tire balances durability and ride quality with a triple-layer Hardshell construction, making it the go-to choice for professionals who demand reliability and performance on every ride.

## Description

Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes

## Features

- PERFECTLY BALANCED- The Gatorskin has set the bar for a perfectly balanced blend of ride quality and long term durability, all without breaking the bank.
- POLYXBREAKER- The polyester fibers overlap during manufacturing, yielding a very dense fabric and minimal space in-between threads, making the PolyX highly resistant to any foreign body without reducing the rolling resistance.
- DURASKIN- Sidewall protection coming from the high quality polyamide fabric encasing the core casing of the tire from scuffs and cuts under the worst conditions.
- HARDSHELL- Hardshell protection is comprised of three main components, a deep casing overlap providing added sidewall protection, and extra wide PolyX breaker protecting the entire tread strip and finally, the casing is sheltered by a bead to bead layer of DuraSkin fabric.
- HANDMADE IN GERMANY-Continental has been hand making their tires since 1871, maintaining the integrity of tradition, while evolving with the most advanced technology.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Diameter | 700 Centimeters |
| Brand | Continental |
| Tire Type | Clincher |
| Item Width | 62.2 Centimeters |
| Bike Type | Road Bike |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Tread Type | PolyX Breaker, Duraskin |
| UPC | 782174427820 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04019238521542 |
| Size | 700cm x 32 |
| Manufacturer | Highway Two, LLC. |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 26 x 26 x 1 inches |
| Package Weight | 1.05 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 27.25 x 27.25 x 1.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | Continental |
| Color | Black |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | CTR453 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Style | Gator Hardshell |
| Sport Type | Track Cycling |

## Product Details

- **Item Diameter:** 700 Centimeters
- **Brand:** Continental
- **Tire Type:** Clincher
- **Item Width:** 62.2 Centimeters
- **Bike Type:** Road Bike
- **Warranty Type:** Limited
- **Tread Type:** PolyX Breaker, Duraskin
- **UPC:** 782174427820
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 04019238521542
- **Size:** 700cm x 32

## Images

![Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71GQyljtMXL.jpg)
![Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/619NIQ5X1ML.jpg)
![Continental Gator Hardshell Bicycle Tire - Clincher, Wire Bead, Hardshell, Black, 27.5", 700x 23, 25, 28 or 32 Sizes - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FH69j69PL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Impenetrable
*by A***S on September 30, 2012*

Hands down the best tire for horrible road conditions. It is lighter and less expensive than a Specialized Armadillo and has ok performance. I have put down a few hundred miles (250) so far on this tire without any flats or accidents in conditions I would get a flat every five miles using Continental Ultra Sports. 5 stars!After a few months of riding in New Orleans on Continental Ultra Sports I was desperate for a tire that wouldn't pop daily. Being an aggressive rider from the west coast, the road conditions (maybe better described as trail conditions?) would often leave me pulling off my tire, and fixing a flat at one point per long ride and usually 3-4 times per week. Many bike shops in NOLA sell the Ultra Sport and champion it for it's good ride quality and general durability but I found that it just couldn't handle rides off the levee, City/Audubon Park, or St Charles (maybe most people ride at these locations exclusively). I was talking to some friends about Armadillo's from specialized and my girlfriends father rides Gator Skins on his training bike. No shop in town had 27" tires so I couldn't patronize local business without waiting a few weeks to a month. I had this tire in 2 days after ordering (note that they are very stiff and take some pressure to mount). No more flats, no more, stopping, no more fixing tubes and losing hours of my life a week. I kept my front tire as a Ultra Sport for agility and weight, a great pair.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Go with What You Know
*by B***9 on August 25, 2011*

I wrote a review for Continental Ultra Gatorskin 700x28c's in Feb. 2011. I had bought those tires for my old bike (Steel Performance - 21 speed). I was really pleased with their performance - over 2,500 miles, no flats. Well, I was recently able to upgrade to a new bike (Specialized Roubaix). It seems like there are usually two things that most bike companies do not invest any money in when it comes outfitting new bikes - Tubes/Tires & Seats. I got lucky with the seat, it is fairly comfortable but the tires were another matter. Within the first 200 miles I had already had two flats. I asked the bike shop where I bought the bike for advice. They said to try something called "Caffe Latex" (btw - Caffe is not misspelled, it is an Italian product). I found it to be pretty worthless, as I had another flat within a week.That is when I decided to "Go with What You Know". Having such good luck with the Ultra Gatorskins, I searched again for the same tire. That is when I happened on these Gator Hardshell tires. These were advertised to be Ultra Gatorskins taken to the next level of protection. I didn't hesitate, I bought a set of these and puncture resistant tubes (Michelin Airstop). SO glad I did, over 500 miles so far - NO flats! This is not a cheap way to go. But the peace of mind I have, that every time I walk out to get on my bike and knowing that my tires will still have air in them is next to priceless.5/1/2013 - Quick update. Just changed out these tires. Managed to get 2,700 miles out of them with just two flats. First, was a really large nail. It wouldn't have mattered what the tire was made of, it wouldn't have stopped this nail. Second was a pinch flat, again not the tire's fault. I rotated the tires approximately ever 500 miles. They were still holding air but some of the thread was starting to show through. Great tire, still recommend them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Indestructible
*by M***R on December 13, 2023*

Well not exactly indestructible but close to it.I've ran over giant thick goat heads, glass, and other things and not once have I popped a tube yet since I got them. If you are still debating if it's worth it to drop the money on these tires or not, JUST BUY THEM!

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-18*