Bigger wheels already roll faster with their decreased angle of attack and enhanced momentum. The Vulpine 29″ brings the Wagon Wheel to an entirely new level of speed, while the side knobs provide grip in corners.
Submitted by
tfinator
a Weekend Warrior
from encinitas, ca Date Reviewed: May 18, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
cam on bike
Strengths:
low rolling resist
Weaknesses:
traction, width
Bike Setup:
stock 09 redline d440
Bottom Line:
this is the one thing i am intent on replacing on my bike. the rolling resistance is really low, so you can really max out your speed in hardpack conditions. that being said, the tread is so mussy that if you try to turn at all once youve built speed youre done for. i spend most of my time wacthing my front traction to make sure my wheel doesnt slip out at even the slightest sign of softgravel or sand, and then i spend the other time trying to balance perfectly to gain traction on climbs. get this tire if youre into light riding, on hardpack, or some road riding.
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Submitted by
agu
a Cross Country Rider
from Metro Manila, Philippines Date Reviewed: February 1, 2009
Favorite Trail:
La Mesa Watershed
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$25.00
Purchased At:
from a riding buddy
Strengths:
Minimal rolling resistance on hardpack. Relatively light. Understated graphics.
I used the Vulpine as a rear tire, mated to a Maxxis Ignitor in the front. This combo was fast on the road ride to the trail and on hardpack conditions. Tires rolls great and is quiet. It also has a surprising amount of grip - and despite suffering some slippage on a loose, sandy climb, just a little rider input, weight shift and they hooked up again. Haven't yet tried them on looser conditions. The side knobs let you lean the bike a bit into the turns.
If you ride or race in dry or hardpack conditions, consider this tire - at least for the rear.
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