THE ROADMAN VERDICT.
Continental's tubeless-ready road tyre combines BlackChili rubber, Vectran puncture protection and hookless compatibility.
Why I recommend it
The GP5000 S TR is the sensible high-performance choice: quick enough to race, grippy enough for everyday road riding and available in useful widths from 25mm to 35mm.
Who it is for
Road riders moving to tubeless who want a fast tyre for training, sportives and racing.
Who should skip it
Riders prioritising maximum winter durability, anyone whose rims are not tubeless compatible, or cyclists outside the US for this retailer offer.
What it gets right
- Low rolling resistance BlackChili compound
- Tubeless-ready for hooked and hookless rims
- Useful 25–35mm size range
- Vectran puncture protection
Where it falls short
- More expensive than an everyday training tyre
- Tubeless installation can take patience
- This Competitive Cyclist offer is US-only