Fast Rolling. Confident Grip. Proven Road Performance.
The Continental Grand Prix 5000 is a high-performance road tyre for riders who want speed without giving up everyday reliability. It combines low rolling resistance with predictable cornering grip, useful puncture protection and a smoother feel over rough road surfaces.
This is the tube-type version of the GP5000 and must be used with a suitable inner tube. It is not the tubeless-ready GP5000 S TR.
BlackChili Compound
Continental’s BlackChili compound is designed to balance rolling speed, grip and wear life. The GP5000 feels quick under acceleration, while still providing dependable traction when cornering and braking in wet or dry conditions.
Vectran Breaker
A lightweight Vectran layer beneath the tread helps protect against cuts and punctures without making the tyre unnecessarily stiff.
No lightweight road tyre is puncture-proof, but the Vectran Breaker gives the GP5000 a useful level of protection for racing, training and longer road rides.
LazerGrip Technology
Laser-cut micro detailing extends across the tyre’s shoulders to support grip and control when the bike is leaned through corners.
Active Comfort Technology
Active Comfort Technology is built into the tyre’s construction to help absorb vibration from coarse chip seal and uneven road surfaces. Correct tyre pressure remains important, as running a road tyre excessively hard can reduce both comfort and grip.
Tube-Type Construction
This version of the Grand Prix 5000 is designed for use with a suitable inner tube and compatible hooked clincher rim. It is not tubeless-ready and should not be set up without an inner tube.
Key Features
- High-performance 700c road tyre
- Fast-rolling BlackChili compound
- Dependable grip in wet and dry conditions
- Vectran Breaker provides lightweight puncture protection
- LazerGrip micro profile supports cornering control
- Active Comfort Technology helps reduce road vibration
- Folding construction
- Designed for use with an inner tube
- Suitable for racing, training and fast recreational riding
Why Choose the Continental Grand Prix 5000?
The GP5000 is a strong choice if you want one road tyre that can handle racing, fast group rides and regular training. It feels noticeably quicker and more responsive than a basic training tyre, but still provides enough puncture protection and wear life for everyday road riding.
Who Is This Tyre For?
The Grand Prix 5000 suits road riders looking for a fast tube-type clincher tyre with a good balance of speed, grip and protection. It works particularly well for racing, endurance events, fast training and performance-focused road bikes.
Riders who place durability above outright speed may be better served by a heavier training tyre. Those wanting a tubeless setup should choose the GP5000 S TR instead.
Our Thoughts
The GP5000 remains one of the safest recommendations for a rider wanting to make a road bike feel faster without fitting an excessively delicate race tyre. It rolls quickly, corners predictably and still copes well with regular training kilometres.
Tyre width and pressure matter just as much as the model. For most modern road bikes, a 28c tyre is a very good starting point because it provides a useful balance of speed, comfort and grip. Before moving to a wider size, check the clearance around the frame, fork and brakes.
Available Sizes
- 700 x 23c
- 700 x 25c
- 700 x 28c
- 700 x 30c
Available sizes may vary. Check your frame, fork, brake and rim compatibility before changing tyre width.
Specifications
- Tyre Type: Tube-type folding clincher
- Wheel Size: 700c
- Compound: Continental BlackChili
- Puncture Protection: Vectran Breaker
- Cornering Technology: LazerGrip
- Comfort Technology: Active Comfort
- Tubeless Ready: No
- Inner Tube Required: Yes
- Recommended Use: Road racing, training and endurance riding
