{"product_id":"continental-race-king-wire-bead-tyre-xc-racing-marathon-trail-bike-tire","title":"Continental Race King Wire Bead Tyre – XC Racing \u0026 Marathon Trail Bike Tire","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Continental Race King Tyre - Wire Bead Tyre is designed for riders who demand speed and reliability on cross-country courses and marathon trails. Its voluminous carcass offers excellent self-damping, reducing vibrations and enhancing comfort during long rides. The low rolling resistance tread pattern ensures you maintain high speeds through sharp turns and straight sections alike, making it ideal for competitive racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two advanced compounds, BlackChili and PureGrip, this tyre caters to different riding preferences. The PureGrip range includes the Tubeless-Ready ShieldWall folding option or the traditional wire bead model, both recently improved for easier inflation with a standard track pump. Whether you're racing on a hardtail or a full suspension bike, the Race King delivers consistent performance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It’s Good For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcelling in cross-country (XC) dry conditions with fast rolling capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProven performance in World XC Championships\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both XC and 4X racing disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnhanced comfort thanks to its voluminous carcass and damping qualities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy inflation with standard track pumps for Tubeless-Ready models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It’s NOT Good For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot optimized for muddy or extremely wet terrains\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWire bead version may be less flexible than folding alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLess suitable for casual riders seeking all-purpose tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this tyre on a full suspension bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the Continental Race King Wire Bead Tyre performs well on both hardtail and full suspension race bikes, providing excellent speed and damping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tyre tubeless compatible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wire bead version is not tubeless-ready, but the PureGrip range includes Tubeless-Ready ShieldWall folding models if you prefer tubeless setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Continental","offers":[{"title":"26X2.00\" \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600186031,"sku":"TYC50429","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"27.5 X 2.00 \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600218799,"sku":"TYC50430","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"26X2.20\" \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600251567,"sku":"TYC50432","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"27.5 X 2.20 \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600284335,"sku":"TYC50433","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"29 X 2.20 \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600317103,"sku":"TYC50435","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"29 X 2.00 \/ Black \u0026 Black","offer_id":45578600349871,"sku":"TYC50431","price":21.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/2003\/4223\/files\/1645778903-95762400.jpg?v=1768525515","url":"https:\/\/www.swinnertoncycles.co.uk\/products\/continental-race-king-wire-bead-tyre-xc-racing-marathon-trail-bike-tire","provider":"Swinnerton Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}