Brand Overview & History
German tyre specialist Continental has built an enviable road reputation from GP4000 to today’s Grand Prix 5000 family. Over the last 12–18 months, key news has centred on two complementary models: GP5000 S TR (fast, race‑day tubeless road with hookless compatibility) and GP5000 AS TR (All‑Season TR), plus the TT TR for outright speed. Independent tests and reviews continue to find the S TR among the fastest all‑round tubeless tyres, while the AS TR trades a little weight and rolling resistance for wet grip, durability, and reflective sidewalls.
Rider feedbacksentimentreviews
Praises
The community frequently lauds rolling resistance on the S TR, easy seating, predictable cornering after a short scrub‑in, and the AS TR’swet‑weather grip and sidewall reflectivity for commutes/training. Reviewers call both models hookless‑compatible within ETRTO limits.
Concerns
Price creep; some riders report the AS TR is heavier than claimed and that the S TR can feel firm until worn in. Hookless pressure limits still demand attention for heavier riders.
Overall
The GP5000 line remains a benchmark. For pace, S TR; for Brisbane’s summer storms and rougher roads, the AS TR offers reassuring grip without feeling like a winter slug.
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GP 5000 S TR
- Status: Current flagship “fast all‑rounder.”
- Specs: BlackChili compound; 220 tpi (2‑ply) under tread, 330 tpi sidewalls; tubeless‑ready, hookless‑compatible; sizes 25–32 mm; Vectran breaker.
- Target: racing and fast group rides.
Professional Industry Reviews
GRAN FONDO (2025 tyre group test): GP5000 S TR delivered stellar all‑round results, 11 W RR, precise cornering and easy seating; slightly firmer ride but predictably sporty.
Cyclist (2025): S TR “reliable all‑round performance” across seasons; noted price and fitment stiffness for some rims.
Cyclingnews & Cycling Weekly on AS TR: praised wet grip, durability and reflective details; cautioned higher weight and (for some tests) limited hookless width guidance.
Where Conti wins?
In comparative tests, S TR typically sits at or near the front for speed + puncture balance, with Corsa Pro sometimes edging feel/compliance and Pro One rivaling grip. AS TR competes with Corsa Pro Control/P Zero 4S as a four‑season fast tyre; its reflective strip and wet grip are strong differentiators. For Brisbane’s wet summers, AS TR 28–32 mm is a savvy choice.
Brisbane Cyclist Perspective
The AS TR shines for confidence and durability in storm season, while the S TR is your Saturday fast ride tyre.
Run 28–30 mm at sensible pressures (especially on hookless) to smooth out bike‑path seams and suburban roundabouts. If you race crits in summer, pair S TR front with AS TR rear for a neat blend of speed and puncture resistance.
