Front and rear tires have different tasks. Steering and braking forces are transmitted on the front, Whilst the rear transmits the driving forces and bears the majority of the cyclist's weight. Subsequently, the two tires in the Continental tire positioning system (TPS) have been designed differently.
The tread compound of the GP Attack (front) is designed for excellent grip, both on dry and wet roads. The GP Attack provides good cornering stability when heading down hot mountain roads in the summer, and holds the road superbly when racing along rainy stretches in the autumn. With a width of 22mm, sharp corners are a breeze and this narrower dimension also keeps air resistance and weight down to a minimum.
On the rear wheel, GP Force guarantees superior power transmission. 24mm wide, consisting of an ultra fine nylon fabric and protected from punctures by a double breaker belt under the tread, it embodies the strength of Continental racing tires.
The GP Force is constructed for high mileage performance. Traction and cornering behaviour remainS stable for thousands of racing kilometres.
GP Attack: 3 plies/ 330 tpi + Vectran Single Breaker/ foldable/ Black Chili Compound
GP Force: 3 plies/ 330 tpi + Vectran Single Breaker/ foldable/ Black Chili Compound
This is how my Cannondale six13 looks like with Shimano dura-ace wheels and continental GP attack and force tires:
3 comments:
Great set of tires.
Smart choice.
This season's tires is better than last season.
2 additional plus points from last year.
a) The Vectran Breaker gives you more protection against puncture.
b) 24mm GP Force gives you more stability at the rear.
Sadly, I just retired my set of Attack Force.
Converting to GP4000 now.
Thanks, Jodan. I am really happy with the GP attack and force. BIG difference from my training tires.
How are the GP4000?
My front is still Attack.
My rear is GP4000.
First feel after 2 rides?
Attack Force feel much smoother.
Although both are made of Black Chilli compound, Force seems to have better rolling resistance.
But I guess the trade-off is that Attack Force has a shorter life span.
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