With the Continental AERO 111 tire, Swiss Side, DT Swiss, and Continental have introduced a game-changer in aerodynamic equipment for triathletes and cyclists. This tubeless-ready tire is compatible with all rims and enhances the aerodynamic performance of each one.

The so-called Wheel Tire System (WTS) represents the optimal aerodynamic synergy between wheel and tire. Designed to work as a unified system, the wheel and tire complement each other, with the performance of one directly influencing the other.

How does the Continental AERO 111 tire work?

The Continental AERO 111 tire features 48 evenly spaced cavities, known as vortex generators, across its surface. These help optimize airflow turbulence over the front wheel, significantly reducing drag across the entire front Wheel Tire System (WTS). Compared to a standard tire, the Continental AERO 111 pairs seamlessly with any wheel. The effect of our HADRON² Ultimate 500 combined with the Continental AERO 111 tire is equivalent to a HADRON² Ultimate 625 with a standard tire. The result is a high-performance tire that excels in diverse conditions, delivering measurable aerodynamic advantages.

SHOW wheel tire system with the HADRON² Ultimate

Product review

Larry Warbasse (former Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale rider) swears it is a true aero improvement: "I was lucky enough to test the Continental AERO 111 tire and what impressed me the most was how similar it felt in terms of handling to our GP5000 S TR, in fact if I didn’t look at the tire I would not have realized a difference at all, something that I think attests to its performance. It’s maintaining the gold standard performance we are used to in terms of grip, rolling resistance, and puncture protection."