AM tyres... what you running?

[Wally39]

Thanks for the advise. Think the Ibex up front for now and then give it a bit more time and decide on the rear later.

 

I can't get over how expensive tyres are!

[Hairy]

There is no perfect tyre. There's always some trade-offs. But you since you did not mention weight, I'm assuming its not a priority for you. Then off the bat, i'd recommend schwalbe magic mary and schwalbe rock razor as a front rear tyre combination. Both in trailstar compound and both super gravity (excellent sidewall support for low tyre pressure operation as well as excellent cut/stab/shank protection of the sidewalls).

 

Trade offs are price, higher wear rates due to massive amounts of grip offered by these tyres. Availability is another problem.

 

Another worthwhile tyre would the Maxxis High Roller II, 3C EXO maxxterra.

Excellent grip in a variety conditions with good mud shedding capabilities due to the tread arrangement. It does not (in my experience) have a sketchy transition from middle to side knobs as the first generation High Roller has. This due to Maxxis using the same side knob pattern and profiling as used on their venerated Minion tyres.

 

Use them front or back.

 

forgot to add: your current tyres should be amenable to a tubeless conversion. Most tyres are, whether they state they are Tubeless Ready (TLR) or not.

I second the comments on the hr2 tyre.

 

Been running mine on the front and out has been a pleasure.

 

Looking at putting this on the rear and using a 2.5 minion in the front now that the w2w is done and dusted. Been running the hr2 with a worn purgatory on the rear and have not felt anxious at all with them. This covering kitty litter type trail, loamy, sandy, rocky and hard pack....Well and anything on between. What I am saying is that is good front tyre, just need to see how it rolls on the rear now.

[Hairy]

Would actually like to see a saguaro in 2.35" format and nice sturdy sidewall as a rear tyre

[Sidewinder.]

I second the comments on the hr2 tyre.

 

Been running mine on the front and out has been a pleasure.

 

Looking at putting this on the rear and using a 2.5 minion in the front now that the w2w is done and dusted. Been running the hr2 with a worn purgatory on the rear and have not felt anxious at all with them. This covering kitty litter type trail, loamy, sandy, rocky and hard pack....Well and anything on between. What I am saying is that is good front tyre, just need to see how it rolls on the rear now.

I'm rolling HR2 front and back....it's very slow rolling on the back, I cant wait to get another rock razor to replace it. Or the minion ss if it's available soon.

[Hairy]

I'm rolling HR2 front and back....it's very slow rolling on the back, I cant wait to get another rock razor to replace it. Or the minion ss if it's available soon.

Thanks for the feedback. Now if only I could find a ardent lust 26'er locally that would work well on the rear with the hr2 up front.

[DubbelBuys]

Thanks for this!

 

I am tired of sliding out on my X king up front and was specifically looking at the Vigilante as a replacement. Maybe should look at the Ibex instead. My only concern is the high rolling resistance. Is there something in between that gives the best of both?

The X King isn't a good front tyre for AM riding.

 

Rather put in on the back & try the Vigilante on the front.

 

You can also check out the Spaz Butcher for front & Slaughter (Grid version) at the back.

Good grip on the front & not too much rolling resistance

[Nofearnofun]

The X King isn't a good front tyre for AM riding.

 

Rather put in on the back & try the Vigilante on the front.

 

You can also check out the Spaz Butcher for front & Slaughter (Grid version) at the back.

Good grip on the front & not too much rolling resistance

 

 

Thanks for the advise. Think the Ibex up front for now and then give it a bit more time and decide on the rear later.

 

I can't get over how expensive tyres are!

 

+1 on the Butcher/Slaughter combo

[Wally39]

The X King isn't a good front tyre for AM riding.

 

Rather put in on the back & try the Vigilante on the front.

 

You can also check out the Spaz Butcher for front & Slaughter (Grid version) at the back.

Good grip on the front & not too much rolling resistance

Agreed that the X king is no good as a front tyre for AM riding.

 

Where in Cape town and surrounds can I find a good selection of tyres? One thing in my favour is that 650B has become a much more popular size.

[RockCoach]

Ok guys, I have some feedback on the latest set of tires I have fitted to my Nomad and how they have performed.

While I have had no real issues for everyday riding on my WTB setup (this being a trail boss on the back and a vigilante up front) I have now come to the conclusion that they are just plain **** for enduro/ technical type of riding!!

My reason for this is the basis that I have had many falls where the front tire has crept while cornering and on several occasions let go completely. Yes I know this may be a skills issue but it is an issue none the less.

 

With this in mind and the fact that we were attempting the Trailworx big Air event over the weekend I decided to pull the trigger and give the ONZA Ibex tires a go.

 

I fitted an Ibex 2.25 FRC on the rear and an Ibex 2.4 EDC up front. The EDC is the Downhill version so the rubber is very tacky.

my first few runs on the DH coarse at Trailworx I was tentative as I did not know the tires, but after that all my reservations were left behind, these tires are pure magic. Never in my 7 years of mountain bike riding have I felt more confident on my bike. The tires never even once left me feeling like they were creeping or were even close to letting go. In fact I felt like I was cheating I had so much grip.

I cornered harder than I have ever done before and found myself leaning hard into berms in order to get a faster time thanks to the grip. I confidently pinned every single corner I could find including the off camber stuff which generally makes me very nervous.

Over rocks, loose sand and hard pack they performed exactly the same and left me confident to just plain ride the damn bike.

 

for every day riding they are very slow with a high rolling resistance though and I did struggle to peddle however if I was to fit a faster rolling tire on the rear with the 2.25 up front I am sure it would be  good combination that would leave me with confidence for every day riding.

If you are looking for a new front tire that grips to the trail like welded steel I would highly recommend the Ibex!!

 

 

That's why we call you "Crashy"

 

I found the 2.25 FRC Ibex to have slightly less grip than Vigilante...  but then I have played around with pressures a LOT more on the WTBs to find the sweetspot while I have less experience with Onza. Both phenomenal tyres but that heavy 2.4 is a DH tyre and would give anyone massive confidence.

[Hairy]

I'm rolling HR2 front and back....it's very slow rolling on the back, I cant wait to get another rock razor to replace it. Or the minion ss if it's available soon.

The Minion SS does look good.

http://www.pinkbike.com/news/maxxis-minion-ss-tire-review-2015.html

 

http://ep1.pinkbike.org/p5pb12835937/p5pb12835937.jpg

[jake the snake]

I got rid of the Mavic's and fitted Vredenstein Bobcats front and back...so far very happy! 

[henningvr]

I've done approx. 700 km on a set of On-One Smorgasbord Trail Extremes. Very happy indeed. These things are tough as nails and grip real well. They are also wearing really well. Thanks (again) Ryan. Next round will be on the Chunky Monkey/Smorgasbord combo.

[Odinson]

Anyone interested in my feedback on my Michelin Wild Grip'R / Wild Race'R combo? Too lazy to type otherwise.

[Captain Fastbastard Mayhem]

Anyone interested in my feedback on my Michelin Wild Grip'R / Wild Race'R combo? Too lazy to type otherwise.

me!

 

Edit: time to start considering alternative rear options. The HD doesn't like it...

Edited November 23, 2015 by Myles Mayhew

[Wally39]

Anyone interested in my feedback on my Michelin Wild Grip'R / Wild Race'R combo? Too lazy to type otherwise.

Yes, please

[Bizkit031]

Anyone interested in my feedback on my Michelin Wild Grip'R / Wild Race'R combo? Too lazy to type otherwise.

Hell yea