Maxxis tyre choice, please help

[Pure Sci]

Does anyone know what would be the maxxis equivalent of:

fast trak 29x2.0 rear

Ground control 29x2.2 front

 

Thanks

Same as your above. Would be maxis.

Ardent race up front 2.35

Ikon or Reckon race rear. 2.20 ( ikon ) 2.25 Reckon.

[Jared Falck]

Used to ride:

Front: Ground Control

Rear: Fastrack

Now ride:

Rear: Maxxis Icon

Front: Ardent Race

Similar sizes - front 2.2; rear 2.0

I’d say it’s pretty much the same. I do think the spez tyres are a little ‘softer’ and maybe a little more grip, but I’d say the maxxis ardent race better rolling resistance than the control.

Do you think if I went with the ikon dual compound rear and rekon maxspeed front it would have the same grip as the specialised tyres and the speedier not faster? Also need the tyres to work in a bit mud and in water. Edited April 6, 2021 by Jared Falck

[Jared Falck]

I’ve just had a good look at the ikon and I think it will work well as a rear tyre.

[Jackal355]

i would not go ardent up front

it has a bit of a transition spot where it loses grip then bites again.

i don't think you will like it compared to the ground control

i love maxxis tyres but haven't found a great one for the front. it's either to little grip and then jumps to heavy and slow rolling 

of course pressure and terrain makes a big difference and bike setup and riding stile and and...

not a fan of mixing brands but my favorite combo in Onza ibex front and ardent race or ikon rear.

i must also mention i have not tried the rekon and might give it a go sometime

good luck,sometimes asking for help makes it even more difficult 

Edited April 6, 2021 by Jackal355

[Jared Falck]

i would not go ardent up front

it has a bit of a transition spot where it loses grip then bites again.

i don't think you will like it compared to the ground control

i love maxxis tyres but haven't found a great one for the front. it's either to little grip and then jumps to heavy and slow rolling 

of course pressure and terrain makes a big difference and bike setup and riding stile and and...

not a fan of mixing brands but my favorite combo in Onza ibex front and ardent race or ikon rear.

i must also mention i have not tried the rekon and might give it a go sometime

good luck,sometimes asking for help makes it even more difficult

 

Thanks, I think the rekon might work well, I also run very high pressures at about 2 bar, I think I’ll either go ikon or ardent race rear and rekon or spez ground control up front.

[Jared Falck]

i would not go ardent up front

it has a bit of a transition spot where it loses grip then bites again.

i don't think you will like it compared to the ground control

i love maxxis tyres but haven't found a great one for the front. it's either to little grip and then jumps to heavy and slow rolling

of course pressure and terrain makes a big difference and bike setup and riding stile and and...

not a fan of mixing brands but my favorite combo in Onza ibex front and ardent race or ikon rear.

i must also mention i have not tried the rekon and might give it a go sometime

good luck,sometimes asking for help makes it even more difficult

 

How durable is the Onza ibex? Looks a bit heavy for xc riding, because I run higher pressures I might even look into the high roller 2. Edited April 6, 2021 by Jared Falck

[Chadvdw67]

I am currently running a Rekon 2.6 up front with an Ardent 2.4 at the rear, it works well so far, I was running a 2.5 DHF up front, but it is so sluggish up hills, and if you dont ride it properly when the trail heads down it doesnt work so well, the Rekon has been awesome so far, it rolls well, and grips more than well enough for my skill level, I would like try running 2.4 Rekon front and rear though, I think it would be a good combo

[Jared Falck]

I am currently running a Rekon 2.6 up front with an Ardent 2.4 at the rear, it works well so far, I was running a 2.5 DHF up front, but it is so sluggish up hills, and if you dont ride it properly when the trail heads down it doesnt work so well, the Rekon has been awesome so far, it rolls well, and grips more than well enough for my skill level, I would like try running 2.4 Rekon front and rear though, I think it would be a good combo

Thanks so much, do you think the rekon will make a good front tyre for the spruit, northern farms and places like that?

[Stefan Cremer]

I am looking for a set of maxxis tyres to replace my current specialized ground control and fast trak, I really liked the specialized tyres so I am looking for something in the same grip and rolling resistance, I am going to maxxis as I prefer them and they should be more durable( fast track wore out very fast). The maxxis alternative must be durable though even with the fail compound. Should I just put a maxxis ardent race on the back and ground control on the front because the ground control is my favourite tyre I’ve ever ridden. I ride 3 times a week at the spruit, northern farms and places like those, looking for something that should last at least a year.

Thanks so much.

Considering where you ride a decent combination is using the ICON front (plenty of cornering and general grip with low rolling resistance) and the RECON RACE (low rolling resistance and decent cornering grip) in the rear.

 

Neither of these tires are wet weather specialists, but then again, neither are the ones you want to replace.

 

Not sure what kind of mileage you do per annum, but you may reasonable expect at least the front tyre to last an entire year - rear tyre, well that's up to you...

 

Consult the SRAM tyre pressure calculator to ensure you run your tires at the correct pressures for factors in consideration: https://axs.sram.com/guides/tire/pressure 

[Chadvdw67]

Thanks so much, do you think the rekon will make a good front tyre for the spruit, northern farms and places like that?

I think it would work well, but you are not going to find stock anywhere, the distributor never brought them in, so the only way you will find any is to get some from someone who has taken them off their new bike, Mellow Velo may have some but not 100% sure

 

Apparently a big shipment off maxxis is landing soon, but its going to be all XC tyres, crossmarks, ikons, ardents etc

[JC]

I used to run the Ground Control up front and I am now running the Maxxis Forekaster. I think they are quite similar, but the one thing I did noticed is that the Forekaster seems to have a bit better grip on the sharp corners...especially if there's a bit of gravel involved.

 

The Rekon Race is a good rear tyre.

 

Hope that helps.

[Baracuda]

i would not go ardent up front

it has a bit of a transition spot where it loses grip then bites again.

i don't think you will like it compared to the ground control

i love maxxis tyres but haven't found a great one for the front. it's either to little grip and then jumps to heavy and slow rolling 

of course pressure and terrain makes a big difference and bike setup and riding stile and and...

not a fan of mixing brands but my favorite combo in Onza ibex front and ardent race or ikon rear.

i must also mention i have not tried the rekon and might give it a go sometime

good luck,sometimes asking for help makes it even more difficult 

I am using the Forekaster upfront and it addresses the spot in between the centre and sides. A great tire and not to heavy. The rolling resistance is also acceptable.

[Jared Falck]

Thanks everyone, I’ve decided to keep using a specialized ground control up front as I really like it and I am going to put a maxxis rekon race or ikon on the rear, I don’t mind switching tyres so I think this is the best combination for me.

[Jared Falck]

Considering where you ride a decent combination is using the ICON front (plenty of cornering and general grip with low rolling resistance) and the RECON RACE (low rolling resistance and decent cornering grip) in the rear.

 

Neither of these tires are wet weather specialists, but then again, neither are the ones you want to replace.

 

Not sure what kind of mileage you do per annum, but you may reasonable expect at least the front tyre to last an entire year - rear tyre, well that's up to you...

 

Consult the SRAM tyre pressure calculator to ensure you run your tires at the correct pressures for factors in consideration: https://axs.sram.com/guides/tire/pressure

Thanks, I think I’ll look into that tyre pressure calculator.

[splat]

I saw this the other day.
Not too familiar with Maxxis tyres, so not sure how accurate it is.

 

https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/blogs/worldwide-cyclery-blog/maxxis-tires-simplified-the-best-mtb-tire-combos-for-your-bike-video

 

 

[pedal menace]

I am reading this topic with much interest as I am too looking for a new front/rear tire setup. The one thing I see mentioned nowhere (and definitely) is VERY important - is RIM width. In my opinion this has a great influence on the tire width choice you make. When you have a 25mm internal rim width I personally would not recommend going wider than (max) 2.4 in front - 2.2/2.3  is recommended. If you have a 30mm internal width - by all means go 2.6. Just my opinion. 

 

With this in mind - I too recommend Rekon up front and Ikon rear or even Aspen. Problem is - as usual - is STOCK! Since I have a 25mm rim, I am looking for a 2.25 Rekon front but I simply cannot find any stock anywhere.  Well at least at the 5 bike shops I contacted. 

 

Good article as well:

25mm vs 30mm rims for mountain biking - Australian Mountain Bike | The home for Australian Mountain Bikes (ambmag.com.au)

Edited April 8, 2021 by pedal menace