Fast and reliable, the Continental Gator Hardshell DuraSkin is the tyre for hardcore urban cyclists and commuters. The levels of puncture protection offered with the PolyX Breaker layer and Hardshell protection are incredible and the tyre is fast rolling too. The Continental Gator Hardshell DuraSkin is modelled on our famous Gatorskin race bike tyre Key Features: Puncture protection: Wider PolyX Breaker puncture belt under the treadSidewall protection: DuraSkin anti-tear layerExtra protection: Hardshell Polyamide layer for even more protectionUsage: More reinforcement for the modern commuterWeight: From 250g MORE is what you get! After extensive market research, feedback from commuters all over the world showed us that a new type of tyre was in demand. Our Gatorskin race bike tyre had filled a gap for hardcore commuters but they wanted more; MORE casing; MORE breaker; MORE protection... Taking the Gatorskin as our base, we've added a third Polyamide layer in the sidewall to make a unique 3-ply casing for the Gator Hardshell. We've also added a wider Poly-X anti puncture breaker belt under the tread which extends down into the shoulder area for wider coverage. Add this to the Duraskin anti-tear mesh on the outside of the casing and you are presented with a tougher commuter which is also fast and is available in 700x23 up to 32 plus 27 x 1 1/4.