Conti Race King 26' 2.2 UST vs Specialised Captain Control

[Monark]

Hi

 

I am looking for UST tyres to replace my Crossmarks.

 

I want something lighter and 'grippier' than the Crossmarks.

 

I am doing a mix of XC and marathon riding (being in KZN we have a lot of singletrack).

 

The Crossmarks weigh in at a hefty 780g each, these are the LUST versions.

 

Can anyone confirm the actual weight of the Specialised's or the Conti's?

[garethochse]

I've ridden both the captain controls and the conti race king. I think the race king is a more durable tyre (thicker sidewalls) but its not a tyre for mud/wed conditions. The captain control is a great all rounder, corners well, suitable for front and back wheels, handles wed and dry (but is not a full mud tyre). My only problem with the captain was punctures. If the specialised captain control was made with stronger sidewalls (note that I haven't used 1 for about 2 years, so the spec may have improved) then I would ride this tyre and drop everything else. If I was only doing dry hardpack riding then I'd do the race king on the back and a mountain king on the front.

[Monark]

Thanks my man. Apparently Specialised has improved the sidewall issues but I cannot confirm for certain.