Continental says the fastest times on the GP5000 TT TR tyres are achieved when you pair the 25mm at the front with the 28mm at the back. The tyre is available in widths from 25mm up to 35mm - so plenty of widths even for a commuter bike, and you can choose from black or cream sidewall colour options. With the legendary BlackChili Compound, Conti have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling. As a result, those wanting the toughest resilience to punctures and other hazards may be happier opting for something designed to meet those demands.

Our carcass construction is robust and impervious against damage and penetration from foreign objects. Tip into a corner at speed, and there’s a sense of connection with the road surface, made all the more confidence-inspiring by the use of the Black Chili compound. The new era in cycling - the best allrounder in the field, brought to a whole new performance level. I did feel it was a bit vague and not optimally stable at higher speeds, but less so than the 4000 (which is why I stopped running that tire up front).

With the legendary BlackChili Compound they have answered the eternal question of the best balance of grip and rolling resistance for cycling.

Lazer Grip: To make you one with the road, The lasered micro profile structure expands over the tire’s shoulder and provides outstanding cornering. For Black Chili we refine special synthetic rubbers with proven natural rubber to high-performance tread mixtures. That said, the extra rubber and layer of casing material also serves to reinforce the tyre against puncturing, which will lend greater confidence to anyone who likes to seek out rough back lanes on their rides.

Go for the 28mm if your frame will take them, otherwise the 25mm will still do the job better than most. Interestingly, it doesn’t feature additional dedicated puncture protection compared to the GP5000 S TR (such as the DuraSkin layer you’ll find in the stalwart Grand Prix 4 Season clincher tyre). Building on the success of its hugely popular GP4000 model, Continental has incorporated the very best of its technologies to produce its best road bike tyre so far. Embedded in the tyre construction, it absorbs vibrations and smooths your rideBlackChili compound: The legendary compound on a whole new level.