As 32\u2033 tires gain traction, Continental Tires is joining the party.<\/p>\n
The German company, founded way back ini 1871. is expanding into 32-inch tires with its Dubnital tire. Given the brand\u2019s century+ history, this might not be the largest bicycle tire the brand\u2019s made. 32\u2033\u2018s big, but not quite penny farthing territory yet.<\/p>\n
Continental Dubnital goes big<\/p>\n
Dubnital is a logical first step for Conti as it can pull double duty as a gravel or cross country tire. Continental describes it as a \u201cfast-rolling all-rounder.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBy scaling its tread design to the larger dimension,\u201d Conti\u2019s PR says, \u201cThe new tire maximizes momentum retention, improves obstacle rollover, and increases overall traction and stability.\u201d<\/p>\n
The bigger Dubnital will be available in Continentals Race Casing and fast-rolling \u201cRapid\u201d compound to start.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe growing interest in 32\u201d wheels is clear, and our priority is ensuring riders have immediate access to Continental\u2019s flagship tire technologies as new wheel sizes emerge. Choosing the Dubnital as our first 32\u201d release allows us to support evolving setup preferences and frame designs right out of the gate,\u201d says Alexander Haenke, Product Manager for mountain bikes and gravel at Continental Tires. \u201cAs frame geometry and rider demands shift, we\u2019re dedicated to building out specialized tire options that allow riders to get the absolute most out of this new, and increasingly upcoming format.\u201d<\/p>\n
Continenetal says the 32\u2033 Dubnital Race Rapid will be available globally starting around April 2027.<\/p>\n