Submitted by
digitalkreation
a Weekend Warrior
from London, Ontario, Canada
Date Reviewed: April 4, 2009
Strengths: The Continental Competition Pro 1 & 2 tires are by far the best tires I've ridden. They excel in the mud and sand, but are also just as good on singletrack, rocks, roots, etc.
Weaknesses: They are a bit on the heavy side, but if you want something that works on the East-Coast terrain, and doesn't fail, there is always a small price to pay.
Bottom Line:
Unfortunately, these aren't manufactured anymore, but you can still find some every now and then. Amazing value for the money, and you can't purchase better tires in my opinion. Just look at the ratings below! Overwhelmingly positive!
Bike Setup: haro v3, kenda klaw in front, continental comp pro 1 in back
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Submitted by
Glenn Vernes
a Cross Country Rider
from Middletown, CT
Date Reviewed: December 19, 2002
Strengths: Great traction, rolls pretty smooth, lasts a long long time.
Weaknesses: Can you still get them?
Bottom Line:
The best rear tire I've ever used. I used it in combination with a Conti Leader Pro on the front (my favorite front tire of all time). Better than the Explorer Pros I'm using now. They really have no weaknesses; a combination of traction, fairly low rolling resistance, durability and reasonable weight I haven't found in any other tire. The knobs will round off after a few hundred miles but that barely affects the traction. It's an all purpose tire that will handle anything a racer or XC rider would throw at it. Only problem is they're hard to find these days. I hope Conti didn't discontinue them, that would be a mistake. If you can find one, buy it.
Similar Products Used: Panaracer Dart, Conti Explorer Pro, Michelin I forget the model, Ritchey WCS
Bike Setup: Trek Y-22
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Submitted by
john kowalczyk
a Weekend Warrior
from lionville pa
Date Reviewed: October 12, 2001
Strengths: Climbing
Weaknesses: Can not buy them anywhere, had to buy a Michelen
Bottom Line:
These were the best rear tires I ever rode on. The paddle design porvided an incredible amount of climbing traction. This surpassed anything from Tioga, Panaracer, IRC that I ever rode. The tread wear was reasonable and I had what I would consider to be a normal amount of flats.
Bike Setup: Cannondale Killer V-900 with Judy fork,
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Submitted by
Jim Roselle
a Cross Country Rider
from Phoenix Arizona
Date Reviewed: January 14, 2001
Strengths: icreadible climbing/cornering traction, wear like iron.
Weaknesses: steel beads tough to mount although kevlar is no problen, very hard to find.
Bottom Line:
If you ride in loose, rocky conditions buy these tires! Climbing and cornering traction are unparalelled. The fact that wears half as long is a great bonus. I can tear knobs off Ritchey or Specialized in less than 100 miles, I've ridden Conti's over 700 miles with no torn knobs and no cords showing through.
Strengths: Large volume, supple casing, durability
Weaknesses: can be hard to mount/remove from some rims very difficult to find (OOP)
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i can take or leave the comp 1; it is a very good traction tire. the comp2 is an awesome tire, especially where there is a lot of sand. these tires look pretty weak in the knob department, but off great grip. i would not call them a great cornering tire, but what lightly knobbed tire is? these tires roll well, handle slippery rocks and roots very well due to the natural rubber, are great mud shedders and can be run at low pressures due to the great casing and strength.
Submitted by
Scotty
a Cross Country Rider
from Vancouver, BC
Date Reviewed: April 19, 2000
Strengths: amazing traction, predictable handling, rolls better than what I was used to before
Weaknesses: Had to spend another $35 to get a new front tire that would hold as well as the rear.
Bottom Line:
I was a little intimidated by the tread pattern at first but after my first ride i was so impressed with this tire. I ride everything on my way to work (hard/soft pack, technical climbs & descents, stairs, rocks,logs, and on..) and this tire just rocks. So for no more pinch flats. Holds its own on the technical 'Shore trails too. Made me realize just how lousy my previous tire (gravy) was. Replaced Lumpy with a tioga factory DH to get the full holding potential for front & rear. GREAT COMBO!! Get one if you can
Similar Products Used: Kona house brand garbage(break/enter, lumpy/gravy)
Bike Setup: '99 Lava Dome parted up for agressive xc
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Submitted by
pooter
a Weekend Warrior
from san antonio, tx
Date Reviewed: April 14, 2000
Strengths: grabs everything
Weaknesses: as with all conti tires, a pain to remove from the rim
Bottom Line:
the BEST rear tire i have used. you can clear most any obstacle in most any condition with a comp pro as your rear tire. won't wash on fast, leaned-into turns either. wet, dry, soft, hard-pack, you name it, this tire will not let you down. DO NOT WASTE THEM ON PAVEMENT! if you can find these, buy what you can and hoard them!
Submitted by
jimmy
a Weekend Warrior
from pittsburgh
Date Reviewed: September 5, 1999
Strengths: very good ups...rumbles nice on the pavement
Weaknesses: none yet
Bottom Line:
i've only ridden this set-up a few times but i highly recomend this tire, actually got out of the saddle on a step hardpack section and it was as sure and grippy as riding on hot tar on a sunny day...i understand conti is discontinuing these tires so i would get 'em while they're still out there...picked up a specialized front tire for $9.95 to go with the conti for $19.95 and i couldnt be happier......actually used this properly as i searched for recomended tires by you reviewers out there and this one popped up... what a clever crowd we are
Bike Setup: unsuspended, diamondback ascent ex, built from old and new spare parts
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Submitted by
Peter
a Cross-Country Rider
from Scottsdale, AZ
Date Reviewed: August 19, 1999
Strengths: For the type of riding in southern AZ, there really is no better rear tire. The tread design hooks up all the time and allows you to climb stuff that the fools riding those other tires simply can't. One major strength with all conti tires is the natural rubber compound that they use. My conti tires last almost twice as long as other brands and that is why I continue to purchase them time and time again.
Weaknesses: The damn company is no longer making the pro comp!!! The good news is that Trailhead Sports in Scottsdale bought all the Pro Comps that they could so run over a buy one NOW!!!!
Submitted by
riley
a Cross-Country Rider
from michigan
Date Reviewed: June 20, 1999
Strengths: actually the comp 1's large volume tough
Weaknesses: no longer made
Bottom Line:
conti was much maligned for these tires since they brought them out. the 2 is an excellent rear tire. the 1 is the origianl semi slick! large in volume, relatively low rolling resistance, they work great in sand. don't expect awesome grip in leans, but they hold their own. i'm over 200 lbs, and the average semi-slick is too small for my large ass, but these give me a fast roller that won't knife in deep sand. maybe these weren't meant to be what i've called them, but they are fantastic.
Submitted by
Dave Masino
a Cross-Country Rider
from Kirkland, WA
Date Reviewed: April 22, 1999
Strengths: Sheds mud great Works well in all conditions I've ridden, especially wet Great for climbing and cornering Braking is great
Weaknesses: Kevlar version is tough to get on the rim NO LONGER MANUFACTURED BY CONTI!!!
Bottom Line:
This is by far my favorite rear tire. It's hard to get on the rim, but I don't really mind. I spend more time riding than putting tires on the rim. If you race (I do occasionally) then that's another story. I'd hate to change a flat with this tire in the middle of a race. What I'm bummed about is that Continental no longer manufactures the Pro 1. I called them to say BAD IDEA. Agree with me? Let them know...1-800-223-3207(Conti customer service).
Bike Setup: Fat Chance Yo Eddy, Manitou 5 fork, Mavic 517 rims
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Ed
a Cross-Country Rider
from Apex, NC
Date Reviewed: March 29, 1999
Strengths: Grips mud like a bulldozer tread Fantastic climbing capability Sheds mud in a hurry Price (on sale - $20.00!!)
Weaknesses: Tighest bead I have EVER seen D@mn near impossible to change a tube on the trail. Price (not on sale)
Bottom Line:
If you can't get up that nasty climb on your favorite trail (regardless of weather conditions) with these tires, either something is VERY wrong with your technique or you're trying to climb a 89 degree hill. Simply amazing climbing ability. The first time I tried these things out, I rode two techincal trails that were wet and nasty from 2 previous days of rain. Normally I do not ride in wet conditions so that the trail is not further damaged and I don't like cleaning up my bike after a slop fest. But it was so nice that day, I couldn't resist. I was not disappointed with the performance of these tires. I have them on front and back and since I don't give a sh!t about rolling resistance, I am happy with this set up. These tires make you feel like you are on an escalator when you go up hills and I was amazed at how little mud caked up in the knobs - in fact almost none (and this is red, sticky clay). Maybe I am so enamored with them b/c my stock Panaracer Duster tires sucked (actually I even liked them until I tried the Conti's), but only time will tell if I remain happy with these after I really get some miles on them (seems some have experienced endurance problems). My only real b!tch so far is the time (and vast array of tools) it takes to put these suckers on. I am glad I am not the only one who struggled mightily getting them on (45 minutes for two tires!!!). And god help anyone who goes flat deep into the ride. So far, couldn't be happier (i.e. no flats yet).
Similar Products Used: Panaracer Duster Pro Panaracer Smoke Classic
Bike Setup: 97' Klein Attitude w/ Judy XC fork
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Submitted by
Brent
a cross-country rider
from Santa Barbara, CA
Date Reviewed: August 11, 1998
Bottom Line:
When my rear Velociraptor wore itself down to the tread, I went looking for a replacement tire. I have never been real happy with the cornering characteristics of the Velociraptor (tends to let go all of a sudden), and wanted to try and find a lighter-weight tire that wouldn't pack up with mud like the Velociraptor. Well, my LBS recommended the Conti Comp Pro for the local condiditons (loose rocky stuff with sand in the summer, sticky clay in the winter)and I have to say after a couple of rides, I am TOTALLY IMPRESSED with this tire. With the Velociraptor on the front and the Conti on the back, the bike really handles predictably in loose corners, and climbs every bit as well as the Velociraptor rear tire. The sidewall casing looks a bit flimsy, (skinwall so thin the threads poke through in places), but the tire is supple, handles well, and really hooks up in the loose stuff. One problem, though - because of the suppleness/light weight of the tire, it seems to be MUCH more prone to snakebites (pinch flats) than the Velociraptor. On a recent ride, coming downhill about 5 miles over loose, rocky trails (Romero Cyn) I actually flatted 6 times! (And yes, I WAS running full air pressure - about 40 lbs). Overall, though I give it 5 stars, less one star for the thin sidewalls and protruding threads.
