Product Description
Continental TaraxaGum Urban Dandelion Folding Tyre in Black 700 x 35mm
Founded in 1871, Continental is a multinational company which manufactures safe, efficient, and performance-oriented tires for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers. We are one of the foremost leaders in tire technology and tire production, with a broad product range suitable for use in a variety of conditions and applications. And through continuous investment in research and development, Continental makes a significant contribution to mobility that's secure, cost-effective, and ecologically friendly.
Continental TaraxaGum Urban Dandelion Folding Tyre in Black 700 x 35mm
The tyre made from dandelions, for the sustainable lifestyle.
Grown and made in Germany.
Comfortable race construction –ideal for the urban ride.
The Urban Taraxagum by Continental is the first serial bicycle tyre made from dandelion rubber, for which we established the brand mark Taraxagum™.
The project is embedded in a comprehensive sustainability strategy, covering economic, ecological and social aspects.
Through significantly shorter distances from the fields and our European tyre plants, we reduce efforts in logistics and transport and use resources more efficiently.
Another important contribution to sustainability –in series.
Tyres made from Taraxagum - The first product in the market
First pilot series was produced in 2018 and presented at EurobikeFirst pilot series was produced in 2018 and presented at Eurobike
In 2019 the first serial bicycle tire with a tread made out of dandelion rubber will be produced
The tyre has a very well balanced overall performance (puncture resistance, wear, grip androlling resistance are considered)
The tyre gets a unique design (tread pattern reflects the cell structure of an plant cell; dandelionseeds are in shoulder and sidewall area)
The tyres bears our unique TARAXAGUM logo with is trademark protected in all relevantcountries
Size: 700 x 35 (35-622)