Continental + pothole = fucked.
Not to worry, it had had a long and productive life of checks notes 16 days and 588 miles.
Current status; good for 50mph.
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Yes, yes, but not when negotiating roundabouts 
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Part of me was idly wondering what would happen with four of them on the car 
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A client came to see me about 10 years ago. He had a massive scar from his forehead to his chin. What happened I asked. I had a spacesaver on the car and it caused a crash at 70mph he said. Car left the dual carriageway and hit a large sign. He must have come as close to death as you could imo. I don’t think they should be allowed.
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They have ‘Max 50mph’ all over them 
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As they are specced to 50 mph, could be a case of Darwinism escapism.
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Exactly. But, I’ve since seen numerous cars with them travelling at warp factor 9. Hence I think they are a disaster waiting to happen.
I wonder how safe they are at 50.
Depends whether they are within the very limited durability rating (generally 50 miles IIRC).
I have never owned a car without a ‘proper’ spare, the same spec as the fitted tyres
My second wedding anniversary tomorrow. And while I’ve got her a present. I’ve forgot to get her a card. 
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Make one, quickly.
It’s good to to put a stop to these traditions early on. Work to phase out the present over the next couple of years. 
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My only experience was approx 85 miles. No issues at all. And great fuel economy to boot
I have fitted it to get the car down to Phil’s garage. It’s simply easier than requesting a mobile fitter turn up with the exact Continental that’s on the other side (because I’m not changing the other one).
Having a wander around Brandon Marsh.
TIL that this isn’t actually a spider.
http://www.uksafari.com/harvestmen.htm
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