The Continental Gatorskin Hardshell

further increases the puncture protection of the Gatorskin tyre. The sidewalls on this model get extra casing and a further layer of protection covers the tread strip. If you want a fast rolling puncture resistant tyre on your road or commuter bike then this should probably be the one.

It's puncture fighting weapons:

• Duraskin sidewalls
• PolyX Breaker protection
• Three-ply carcass
• TPI: 180 (very high which makes it harder for thorns etc to penetrate).