Continental Argotal Downhill 27.5x2.4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
Product information "Argotal Downhill 27.5x2.4" SuperSoft Folding Tire"
Review
After great experiences with the Hydrotal, my expectations for the Argotal were high. On paper, both tyres are quite similar – same weight, casing and rubber compound. But in practice, the Argotal proved to be more specialized. On harder ground, it felt less stable and required a more precise riding style. It wasn't until I rode on loose, sandy trails that the tyre really came into its own – with impressive grip and a controlled feel, especially in fast, shallow corners. For me, the Argotal is clearly a specialist for soft, loose surfaces – ideal for pine forests and similar terrain. If you ride these kinds of trails regularly or want a dedicated tyre for specific conditions, this is a great choice. After around four months, wear is barely noticeable and durability is excellent. If you mainly ride hard-packed ground, the Kryptotal is likely the better option. Read more
Go to reviewFeatures - Continental Argotal Downhill 27,5x2,4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
- Indented, linearly arranged shoulder lugs with support structure for high stability, even when aggressively driving tight, fast turns
- High mechanical grip especially on loose surfaces
- Open tread design offers perfect interaction on loose surfaces, as well as good self-cleaning in damp and wet conditions
- Pronounced center lugs are provided with steep bevels to achieve mechanical grip through the interaction between tread and surface
- SuperSoft is the softest compound with the highest grip in the Continental MTB Gravity range, ideal for riders who rely 100% on grip, traction and control
- Exceptional tire wall design with a unique look
- Label design with clear and intuitive symbolism
- Cross woven nettle tape protects the tire and rim area
- Foldable aramid core
- The most robust carcass in the Gravity line-up
- Specialist for loose substrate
- Suitable for tubeless rebuild with optimized foot area for a reliable seal
Product features
- Range of use: DH, Freeride, Super Enduro, Heavy Enduro
- Reference recommendation: Fullys 170-200mm travel
- Tire compound: SuperSoft
- ETRTO: 60-584
- Dimension: 27.5 x 2.4
- Technology: Apex
- Construction: Foldable
- Tubless ready: Yes
- E-Bike ready: Yes
- TPI: 660 (6x110)
- Bar / PSI: 3.5 / 51
Color
- black
Weight
- 1220g (manufacturer information)
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Continental Argotal Downhill 27,5x2,4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
Technologies
Downhill carcass
6 layers of carcass material under the tread provide high resistance and puncture protection. Of which 4 layers of carcass material for suppleness and adaptability.
Apex
Used successfully for years in passenger car tires, the Apex stabilizes the tire in curves. A technology that also makes sense for large-volume bicycle tires. The Apex is a rubber tread that is placed between the carcass plies at the base of the tire. It stiffens the tire's sidewalls, minimizing the tire's torsion under high lateral loads. In addition, the stiffened sidewalls reduce the risk of puncture damage and prevent the tire from slipping off the rim. These features predestine the Apex for our downhill and freeride tires: The operating pressure can be further reduced in favor of the grip, without having to accept a spongy cornering behavior or an increased risk of puncture.
BlackChili Compound
The rolling properties of the rubber compound of a tire are primarily determined by three interacting factors – stiction [grip], rolling resistance and mileage [longevity] . The dilemma: If you improve any of these factors it can have a detrimental effect on at least one of the others. A tire with maximum grip wears quicker and rolls more slowly. If you then make a tire roll faster and more durable, grip, in turn, is reduced. With our Black Chili compound, a tread compound which is always based on the latest knowledge of polymers and raw material research, we have supplied the cycling industry with an enduring solution. Depending on the application of a tire, we adjust the compound formulation for the specific discipline – for road or mountain biking, time trialling or downhill racing. How does that work? For Black Chili we refine special synthetic rubbers with proven natural rubber to high-performance tread mixtures. To these mixtures we then add soot particles, which in turn are optimised in shape and surface properties.
Tubeless
Continental's carcass construction is particularly resistant and insensitive to damage and the penetration of foreign bodies. The result: Your tires are versatile, have a low weight and an attractive design. In addition, the tires with this technology can also be used tubeless or in combination with an inner tube.
Tires with Continental ECO technology benefit from over 100 years of experience in the development of moped and motorcycle tires. Optimized and recommended for e-bikes up to 25 km/h, they guarantee low rolling resistance and good puncture protection thanks to a particularly high-quality construction. Durability has been tested specifically for e-bikes to counteract premature wear due to the additional drive force.
- Manufacturer number: 0101951
- EAN: 4019238067866
P.O. Box 169
30001 Hannover
Deutschland
[email protected]
www.continental-tires.com/bicycle
Continental Argotal Downhill 27.5x2.4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
Review
After great experiences with the Hydrotal, my expectations for the Argotal were high. On paper, both tyres are quite similar – same weight, casing and rubber compound. But in practice, the Argotal proved to be more specialized. On harder ground, it felt less stable and required a more precise riding style. It wasn't until I rode on loose, sandy trails that the tyre really came into its own – with impressive grip and a controlled feel, especially in fast, shallow corners. For me, the Argotal is clearly a specialist for soft, loose surfaces – ideal for pine forests and similar terrain. If you ride these kinds of trails regularly or want a dedicated tyre for specific conditions, this is a great choice. After around four months, wear is barely noticeable and durability is excellent. If you mainly ride hard-packed ground, the Kryptotal is likely the better option. Read more
Go to reviewFeatures - Continental Argotal Downhill 27,5x2,4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
- Indented, linearly arranged shoulder lugs with support structure for high stability, even when aggressively driving tight, fast turns
- High mechanical grip especially on loose surfaces
- Open tread design offers perfect interaction on loose surfaces, as well as good self-cleaning in damp and wet conditions
- Pronounced center lugs are provided with steep bevels to achieve mechanical grip through the interaction between tread and surface
- SuperSoft is the softest compound with the highest grip in the Continental MTB Gravity range, ideal for riders who rely 100% on grip, traction and control
- Exceptional tire wall design with a unique look
- Label design with clear and intuitive symbolism
- Cross woven nettle tape protects the tire and rim area
- Foldable aramid core
- The most robust carcass in the Gravity line-up
- Specialist for loose substrate
- Suitable for tubeless rebuild with optimized foot area for a reliable seal
Product features
- Range of use: DH, Freeride, Super Enduro, Heavy Enduro
- Reference recommendation: Fullys 170-200mm travel
- Tire compound: SuperSoft
- ETRTO: 60-584
- Dimension: 27.5 x 2.4
- Technology: Apex
- Construction: Foldable
- Tubless ready: Yes
- E-Bike ready: Yes
- TPI: 660 (6x110)
- Bar / PSI: 3.5 / 51
Color
- black
Weight
- 1220g (manufacturer information)
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Continental Argotal Downhill 27,5x2,4" SuperSoft Folding Tire
Technologies
Downhill carcass
6 layers of carcass material under the tread provide high resistance and puncture protection. Of which 4 layers of carcass material for suppleness and adaptability.
Apex
Used successfully for years in passenger car tires, the Apex stabilizes the tire in curves. A technology that also makes sense for large-volume bicycle tires. The Apex is a rubber tread that is placed between the carcass plies at the base of the tire. It stiffens the tire's sidewalls, minimizing the tire's torsion under high lateral loads. In addition, the stiffened sidewalls reduce the risk of puncture damage and prevent the tire from slipping off the rim. These features predestine the Apex for our downhill and freeride tires: The operating pressure can be further reduced in favor of the grip, without having to accept a spongy cornering behavior or an increased risk of puncture.
BlackChili Compound
The rolling properties of the rubber compound of a tire are primarily determined by three interacting factors – stiction [grip], rolling resistance and mileage [longevity] . The dilemma: If you improve any of these factors it can have a detrimental effect on at least one of the others. A tire with maximum grip wears quicker and rolls more slowly. If you then make a tire roll faster and more durable, grip, in turn, is reduced. With our Black Chili compound, a tread compound which is always based on the latest knowledge of polymers and raw material research, we have supplied the cycling industry with an enduring solution. Depending on the application of a tire, we adjust the compound formulation for the specific discipline – for road or mountain biking, time trialling or downhill racing. How does that work? For Black Chili we refine special synthetic rubbers with proven natural rubber to high-performance tread mixtures. To these mixtures we then add soot particles, which in turn are optimised in shape and surface properties.
Tubeless
Continental's carcass construction is particularly resistant and insensitive to damage and the penetration of foreign bodies. The result: Your tires are versatile, have a low weight and an attractive design. In addition, the tires with this technology can also be used tubeless or in combination with an inner tube.
Tires with Continental ECO technology benefit from over 100 years of experience in the development of moped and motorcycle tires. Optimized and recommended for e-bikes up to 25 km/h, they guarantee low rolling resistance and good puncture protection thanks to a particularly high-quality construction. Durability has been tested specifically for e-bikes to counteract premature wear due to the additional drive force.
- Manufacturer number: 0101951
- EAN: 4019238067866
P.O. Box 169
30001 Hannover
Deutschland
[email protected]
www.continental-tires.com/bicycle
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