MrSimmo
E*POWAH Elite World Champion
Top tip for improving the feel of anyones tyres: Fit WTB ThickSlick tyres, go for a ride in the mud; go home, refit original tyres and wallah great feeling accomplished
almost sounds like there may be some sort of correlation between the two.drawback being the rear showing some use already… I really like the braking
almost sounds like there may be some sort of correlation between the two.
the sideknobs are softer compound so wear faster. Combine that with rear brake steering and the result is the sort of tearing you are experiencing
55 years of dreading puncturesI share your frustration, I really do, but that sounds like overkill to me.
So I’ve used only Specialized plus sized tyres, 3.0 Pergatory and 2.8 Butcher. Butchers seem quite a bit stiffer, less corner roll. Am a fan of Schwalbe tyres and will be interesting to see what we can get in the 2.8 sizes in the future. With EMTB’s gaining popularity I’m sure we will see an ever growing selection of plus-sized rubber
There are many factors. I am a light rider and iam not the downhill nor enduro type so exo is fine for me. I like plus, 2.8 or 3.0, for where i ride they work fine.hi Guys
forgive me if this has been raised a thousand times before . But how many of you use standard tyres as opposed to stronger side wall tyres or downhill specific tyres . The whole different types of tyres and casings just gives me to much dicision making issues
Anyone tried the new range of Continental tyres yet ?
Thinking about Kryptotal Downhill Supersoft up front, Xynotal Trail Endurance rear
Don’t actually need any yet, just planning ahead for the future!
I’m genuinely curious to see if they have solved the burping issues. Ive broken one dt rim because of that and I don’t manage to keep a constant pressure (27-28psi) with my Kaiser Protection Apex as soon as the trail becomes rough. I’ve asked Conti if it is normal and they say I should run 50psi to be on the safe side…
So I’m back with Michelin, Maxxis or Kenda and never had this phenomenon once!
Safe side50psi? They're taking the p*ss.
So it looks like this is the place to ask for tire advice.
The tires that came on my Turbo Levo Alloy aren't cutting it in the desert dry/loose conditions. I've washed out both ends several times and I'm still a noob so I'm not even going fast.
I'm considering the Maxxis DHR II for the rear and Assegai for the front. OR, should I just do Assegai on both ends? I don't care about fast (I'm 53; I'd rather just enjoy the ride than go super fast and break myself). Not sure what to do. I'm also going to switch to tubeless when I swap them, so I'll be picking up valve stems and sealant at the same time.
Thoughts?
Rob
How much do you weight?So it looks like this is the place to ask for tire advice.
The tires that came on my Turbo Levo Alloy aren't cutting it in the desert dry/loose conditions. I've washed out both ends several times and I'm still a noob so I'm not even going fast.
I'm considering the Maxxis DHR II for the rear and Assegai for the front. OR, should I just do Assegai on both ends? I don't care about fast (I'm 53; I'd rather just enjoy the ride than go super fast and break myself). Not sure what to do. I'm also going to switch to tubeless when I swap them, so I'll be picking up valve stems and sealant at the same time.
Thoughts?
Rob
How much do you weight?
How much PSI fr/rear??
What tires are you on, model and size?
Often less PSI is the solution.
Maybe wider tires will suit your needs if they fit.
If your bike can take it you would probably enjoy a 3c Rekon 2.8 or a 2.6. Maybe an Assegai in front.172 in street clothes, currently running 23 f/r (with tubes) on a Turbo Levo Alloy S3. 2.6 wide. Current tires are T9 Butcher front and T7 Eliminator rear. Once I swap tires, I'll drop to 20 psi and explore from there.
Do you happen to know is that soft compound near to compound that Barons use?Thought I would try the new continental rear tyre in soft enduro casing
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Dissector is a very good rear tyre, but not in muddy conditions. It's also fast rolling and corner wellAnyone with experience with Dissector front and rear? For second wheelset to experience different tyres.
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