Why Do Crit and Triathlon Racers Choose the Continental Sprinter?

The Continental Sprinter Tubular Tire is engineered for cyclists who race on days when nothing but the fastest rubber will do. The BlackChili Compound delivers Continental's flagship grip and rolling efficiency formula in a race-specific profile that stays fast and consistent through high-intensity efforts in criteriums, triathlon bike legs, and time trials. The SafetySystem Breaker adds a puncture-resistant layer beneath the tread without imposing rolling resistance penalties, giving racers the confidence to push hard through corners and sprints without second-guessing the tire.

At 700x22 in tubular format, the Sprinter pairs cleanly with deep-section tubular race wheels and provides the aerodynamic profile and direct road feel that crit and triathlon disciplines demand. Tubular construction allows running lower air pressure safely compared to clinchers, which translates to better compliance and grip through technical corners and in wet conditions. If you're racing on tubular wheels and want to maximize every watt of output with a tire that is purpose-built to match, the Continental Sprinter is exactly that tire.