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Reddit mentions of Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II Road Clincher, Black, 700 x 23-Inch

Sentiment score: 3
Reddit mentions: 3

We found 3 Reddit mentions of Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II Road Clincher, Black, 700 x 23-Inch. Here are the top ones.

Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II Road Clincher, Black, 700 x 23-Inch
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BLACK CHILI- Features Continental’s revolutionary Black Chili Compound which reduces rolling resistance by 26% improves grip by 30% and adds 5% more mileage out of your tire.VECTRAN PROTECTION- Reinforcing and matrix fibers made of Vectran are 5X as strong as steel yet still extremely lightweight and abrasion resistant, protecting your tire from punctures more effectively than two layers of Nylon.HANDMADE IN GERMANY-Continental has been hand making their tires since 1871, maintaining the integrity of tradition, while evolving with the most advanced technology.RACING MODEL- The Grand Prix 4000S II is the evolution of Continental's flagship race tire.DISCREET BEAD- Color coordinate to your bike without losing any of the performance of the BlackChili compound.Advanced Black Chili rubber compound for lower rolling resistance, higher mileage, and improved gripVectran breaker for unsurpassed puncture protection700X23 size - black sidewall
Specs:
ColorBlack/Black
Height6 Inches
Length11 Inches
Number of items1
Size700 x 23C
Weight0.4519476371 Pounds
Width8 Inches

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Found 3 comments on Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II Road Clincher, Black, 700 x 23-Inch:

u/peppersnail · 2 pointsr/cycling

I think that's a fine idea. Most of the race team guys run those all the time.

You asked for some extra puncture resistance, which is why I mentioned the 4 seasons.

Note that there are different 4000 tires i think. The ones I have experience with are specifically 4000sii, like these:

Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II Road Clincher, Black, 700 x 23-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G8QGTY6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PII4xbTXDQZCT

I think they're different from 4000s:

CONTINENTAL Grand Prix 4000s Road Bike Tire Black One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CKH23S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gJI4xbM09VNGT

u/Gnascher · 2 pointsr/cycling

> So, as far as the wheel go, you're nsay that we should be fine with whatever aluminum wheel I can find online, since most wheels can handle the weight?

Pretty much. Wheels can sustain hundreds of pounds each, so you're splitting that weight across three, you'll be fine.

Something like this would be fine, but you don't really need to buy new. Any box-section alloy wheel will serve your purposes quite nicely ... survey your local used bike dealers, craigslist, etc...

Be more concerned about the health of the hubs than the weight of the wheels. I'd look for a cup/cone bearing hub. Folks looking to trade a little bit of durability for reduced rolling resistance will often remove one ball bearing and use very light grease, and make sure that the preload on the bearing cone is the minimum that will prevent any lash.

> if the Pro 4 Service Course is only mid-level when it comes to rolling resistance, what's a tire off the top if your head that you think would be a better choice?

The Continental Grand Prix TT is rated #1 in terms of rolling resistance at only 9.9 Watts/tire at 120psi. This blows away the field and everything in its price class. Pretty reasonably priced too. To get the most out of a good low rolling resistance tire, you should couple it with a latex tube. These are slightly more porous than "normal" butyl tubes so you'll need to re-pressure them daily, but they roll significantly better, especially when paired with a very supple tire.

Now, keep in mind that a tire like this is also delicate, so it'd be a good idea to have at least one replacement on hand in case of a sidewall tear or something due to road hazards.

If you'd like to choose a slightly more durable tire (like for testing, etc...) you should get a set of Continental Grand Prix 4000s ii. This is still a great rolling tire, but trades a few watts for durability.

u/day1patch · 0 pointsr/bicycling

I like it!

As a fellow singlespeed rider I recommend you do yourself the favor and grab a Brooks B17 saddle, it's the best upgrade I ever bought for mine, after a week or so it became just as comfortable as everyone says. If you need new tires I like the Continental GP4000SII, they are fairly expensive but I found they are simply perfect for street and city riding with surprisingly good flat protection.

Much fun in any case, the bike looks like tons of fun :)