Continental developed a tread pattern that is studded enough to work well in muddy conditions yet roll like a semi slick in a straight line the tall shoulder lugs do provide great bite in the loose and wet corners and of course their special blackchili compound boosts grip in all situations whether they be hard dry cold wet roots off cambers grass or stone when the tyre deforms under impact with the ground the blackchili compound absorbs the shock and propels you forward like no oth