Continental Hydrotal
Specialist for loose and mud terrain
Specifications
- Sizes
- 27.5", 29"
- Widths
- 2.40"
- Compound
- Super Soft
- Weight
- 1260g
- TPI
- 6/660
- Casing
- Downhill Casing
- Position
- Front/Rear
- Best Combination
- Ideal for wet and muddy race conditions
Overview
A specialist tire for downhill and a super soft compound option for racing. Balances grip and rolling resistance with a self-cleaning tread that ensures continuous grip when you're shredding through muddy, slippery conditions.
Features
Specialist for mud terrain
Super soft compound for maximum grip
Self-cleaning tread pattern
Continuous grip in slippery conditions
Tubeless Ready compatible
E25 rated for e-bike use
Handmade in Germany
Guides for setup
All guidesTire Selection & Setup
Choosing the right tread, compound, and pressure for your terrain.
Tire Inserts
When inserts help, what they cost in weight and feel, and how to choose the right level of support.
Tubeless Maintenance
Keeping your tubeless setup reliable and performing
Weather & Conditions Adaptation
Setup adjustments for wet, muddy, dry, and cold conditions — tires, suspension, drivetrain, and brakes.
Component Compatibility
Avoid expensive fit mistakes between forks, wheels, tires, and cockpit parts before you buy.
How we evaluate this component
Product cards, analysis notes, and setup guidance are grounded in public specifications, market positioning, compatibility, and the most likely real-world use cases on trail.
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