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Race King ShieldWall Tyre - Foldable PureGrip Compound

Name: Race King ShieldWall Tyre - Foldable PureGrip Compound
Brand: Continental
SKU: TYC50292
Price: 39 GBP
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Continental Race King ShieldWall Tyre - Foldable PureGrip Compound Designed for XC racing, marathons, and 4X events, it’s ideal for both hardtails and full-suspension race bikes.

Size

Accessory delivery £6 — free on accessory orders of £100 or more

Ways to pay

Free collection in Ashby-de-la-Zouch · Accessory delivery £6 — free on accessory orders of £100 or more · England & Wales only

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Overview

About this product

For the skilled: A hearty tyre that wants to be raced

The Continental Race King is a World Championship–winning cross-country tyre built for speed, control, and efficiency. Designed for XC racing, marathons, and 4X events, it's ideal for both hardtails and full-suspension race bikes. The low-profile tread ensures rapid acceleration and smooth cornering, while the voluminous carcass provides excellent self-damping for comfort over rough terrain. Available in both BlackChili and PureGrip compounds, the Race King delivers reliable performance across all conditions with easy tubeless setup.

Features • Fast-rolling tread optimised for dry XC and marathon racing • World XC Championship–winning performance • Excellent self-damping and comfort from high-volume carcass • Available in BlackChili (ProTection or RaceSport) and PureGrip (ShieldWall or wire bead) versions • Re-engineered Tubeless Ready design inflates easily with a standard track pump • Ideal for XC, marathon, and 4X racing setups

Continental Race King ShieldWall Tyre - Foldable PureGrip Compound

Specifications

Feature: s
Compound Options: BlackChili / PureGrip
Casing Options
BlackChili: ProTection (Tubeless Ready) / RaceSport
PureGrip: ShieldWall (Tubeless Ready Folding) / Wire Bead
Performance Focus: Speed, control, and race efficiency
Intended Use: Cross-Country / Marathon / 4X Racing

Delivery & collection

Collection

Collect from our Ashby-de-la-Zouch showroom during opening hours.

Delivery

Accessory delivery £6 — free on accessory orders of £100 or more
Delivery available to England and Wales only.

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