The Hardshell takes Gatorskin protection to the extreme.

The Continental Gatorskin Hardshell Black Edition adds Hardshell-ProTection to the proven Gatorskin platform. The reinforced construction maximizes both puncture protection and mileage for riders who demand extreme service life. The wider PolyX Breaker runs under both the tread center and shoulders for comprehensive flat prevention against nails, glass, and debris. Made for rough surfaces, rugged tarmac, and the kind of long-term use where most tires give up. All-black sidewall. Clincher with inner tube.

The Hardshell Black Edition is for riders who are tired of flats entirely. Couriers, tourers, commuters in debris-heavy environments, and anyone who wants to install a tire and forget about it.