Continental Gator Hardshell 27inch Road Tire

The Gatorskin has long been a favorite of riders looking for a durable tire that preserves ride quality, and now Continental has added even more flat protection with the Gator Hardshell.

Three types of anti-flat breakers are used, starting with a bead-to-bead top layer of Duraskin using a polyamide fabric to protect the casing against cuts, punctures and abrasions. The next layer is the deeper Hardshell core, which is a super-tough layer that extends into the sidewall without tacking on too much weight or sacrificing suppleness. Finally, the PolyX breaker further wards off flats directly under the tread using tightly woven polyester fibers, often used in automobile tires, that also preserve ride quality.

Wire bead. 27″ x 1 1/4″ (32-630 ISO).

Note: Continental has recently added wear indicators to all Gator Hardshell tires. These small divots in the tread surface are intentional and are not a sign of a factory defect. Once the rubber wears to the point where the divots are no longer discernible, you’ll know it’s time to replace.

The product weight specified is an approximate weight based on the manufacturer’s specifications (if available) or our measurement of one or two examples. For most products, the weight will typically vary by 5% to 10%.

Specifications

Weight: 430 grams

Wheel Size: 27″ (ISO 630)

Tire Width: 32mm (1.3in)

Tire Type: Clincher-Folding

Threads Per Inch: 180

Applications: Commuting/Urban, Pavement/Dirt Roads

RimSize: 630 mm

Width: 32 mm

ISO (ETRTO) Size: 32-630

Max Pressure: 102 psi

Made in: Germany