Continental has expanded its Gravity mountain bike tyre range to include Enduro casings in its SuperSoft compound, responding to demand from riders seeking maximum grip on technical terrain.

The SuperSoft compound, first introduced in 2022, has been engineered to enhance traction on technical descents, wet roots and loose surfaces. The company has now paired this technology with its durable Enduro casing.

Continental’s Kryptotal Front and Rear tyres have received the most extensive updates, with new size options and compound combinations. The mixed-conditions Kryptotal tyre will now be available for 20, 24, and 26-inch wheels, alongside expanded options for 29-inch and 27.5-inch wheel sizes.

Riders can select Enduro casings with the SuperSoft compound for maximum grip or choose the Soft compound with Trail casing for improved durability.

The expanded range allows gravity-focused mountain bikers to customise their setup based on riding conditions and personal preferences.

Alexander Haenke, MTB Product Manager, Continental Tires, said: “Since launching the Gravity range, it’s been really exciting to see how riders have been mixing and matching different combinations of tyres from the portfolio. We received many messages on social media and at events specifically asking us to extend our range to include softer compound options in lighter casings. Well, you asked and we listened. We’re excited to introduce the SuperSoft compound in our Enduro casing and add more sizes and variants to the range. Now riders have even more flexibility for optimising their setup.”

New Compound and Casing Options:

Kryptotal Fr - Downhill Casing - Soft Compound - 60-622

Kryptotal Fr - Enduro Casing - SuperSoft Compound - 60-622

Kryptotal Fr - Trail Casing - Soft Compound - 60-622

Argotal - Enduro Casing - SuperSoft Compound - 60-622

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