The Continental Grand Prix 4-Season is as effective at racing and general road riding as the venerable Grand Prix 4000s but with a extra layer of Vectran breaker to keep flats at bay during long kilometers of training and racing especially in wet or gritty conditions. The 4-Season only weighs 5g more than the GP 4000s but give you a little extra peace of mind. Now it is up to you to put the kilometers in.