The classic for six-day races

The 'Special Class' is the reference in indoor track meetings. For generations a synonym for reliability – Appreciated worldwide and hotly desired by riders as well as mechanics.

We have now optically updated the classic amongst our tubular tyres for the velodrome. Presented in a new all-black guise, underlining the special class even better and giving a nobler image. The innermost values remain untouched: high value nylon carcass and the classical "Handmade in Germany" treatment.. 
3 polyamide casing plies totalling 180 threads per inch for a perfect combination of strength and flexibility.

Features

• Handmade lightweight tubular for use at the velodrome'
• Now with at faster, lighter casing.
• Includes our revolutionary BlackChili compound - faster, grippier and stronger!'

Specification

• Use: Road, Track,
• Wheel size: 28” (622mm)
• Tyre type: Tubular
• Air pressure: 11-12bar
• ETRTO: 23-622
• Carcass density: 60TPI
• Width: 23mm
• Compound: BlackChili

BlackChili Compound
This unique tread rubber mixture which is only produced in Continental German factory has revolutionized bicycle tyres. The resultant compound showed a new relationship between grip and rolling resistance. This "Elevated level", as it was previously known, was given the name "BlackChili". The latest polymers, nanoscale soot particles and optimized fillers all guarantee a unique performance, from downhill MTB tyres to the time trial tyres of the ProTour, they are second to none in their respective areas. BlackChili Compound improves rolling resistance by 26% and provides 30% more grip than activated silica compounds. Premium tyres with BlackChili Compound also impress with higher mileage and unlike many multi-compounds, provide a constant ride from the first to the last kilometre.

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