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photoBear
a Cross Country Rider
from Bendigo,Victoria,AustraliaDate Reviewed: December 31, 2011
Strengths: fast, very fast, faster than sb8. & larsen
superb low rolling resistance
good volume
quiet on tarmac
long wearing, ideal for riders who have to ride on road as well as dirt
good climbing traction cincidering how fast this tyre rolls
weightWeaknesses: breaking is not that good but not so bad that you can't get used to itBottom Line: A wonderfully fast, low rolling resistance good all round tyre that positively flys. It's a little bit faster than the larsen tt or sb8 but does give up a small amount of traction as a result. Braking is not anywhere near as good as the larsen but not so bad that you can't get used to it, skidding is progressive and only needs a bit of modulation to avoid.
I would recommend this tyre to anyone looking for great speed from a tyre that works well across almost all dry conditions or someone who has to ride on the road as well as dirt.
I really love this tyre on the rear coupled with something like an ignitor, larsen tt or sb8 up front. You could happily use this tyre up front as well for speed if you are a moderately confident rider.
Favorite Trail: Diamond hill, Crusoe Res, Big hill
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Purchased At: lbs
Similar Products Used: larsen tt, small block 8, ignitor
Bike Setup: hardtail, 07 norco fireball frame with 08 charger componants plus xt shifters & hg 619 cassette
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fongster
a Cross Country Rider
from OC CA USADate Reviewed: December 17, 2011
Strengths: Lightweight, fast, rolls easy, grabs hardpack well, good for XC, good as rear tire, good priceWeaknesses: Smaller side knobs might be iffy for hard cornering on loose rock, not good for mud.Bottom Line: This is a fun, fast XC tire that is rolls easy and climbs well on hardpack. Floats well over sand sections. My bike came with them F and R and while that was ok, I wasn't provided the security in turns with DG or egg-sized rocks having it on the front. I now only run it on the rear. You could use it F and R on hardpack as long as you don't push the turns too hard when there's looser stuff. Good, fast tire for the price.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Bike Setup: SC Superlight with R XC kit
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Rocky_Urban
a Cross Country Rider
from Toronto, CanadaDate Reviewed: November 8, 2011
Strengths: Very Fast! Fantastic cornering on tarmac (wet and dry) and packed dirt. Smooth, light weight and long lasting tread.Weaknesses: Slippery on muddy trailsBottom Line: People who've given this tire a horrible review either have impossible standards, or they simply don't know themselves what it is they're looking for. For those complaining about these tires mud traction need to be aware that this is not the purpose of this tire. It does well exactly what it was made to do, be fast on pavement and packed dirt trails. This is definitely a high performance tire and its very durable. Almost a 1000km on them now and very little sign of wear. If your in the market for new tires, I would definitely recommend them. Cheers!
Favorite Trail: Glen Eden
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Purchased At: Standard on Bike
Similar Products Used: Hutchinson Python, Kenda Kinetics
Bike Setup: Factory Standard
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liers99
a Cross Country Rider
from Chattanooga, TNDate Reviewed: October 23, 2011
Strengths: FAST! FAST! Great handling. Fit my aggressive riding very well.Weaknesses: None so far.Bottom Line: I read all the reviews on here and I was pretty much planning on taking them off as soon as I got the bike home but I figured heck I got nothing to lose by trying them out. I have no idea where all the bad reviews came from. These things are awesome. I am running them tubeless and not one problem. I weigh 205 and running 28psi. I rode 50 miles on them this weekend on hard pack and loose rocky trails. I rode them extra hard on purpose. On hard pack I could not get them to break loose. Running 14mph+ and just throw the bike in a corner and they stuck like glue. Now on the loose rocks they will break loose a little but they are very predictable and do the same thing every time. Overall I think if you ride this tire for its intended purpose its a great tire.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Purchased At: Came on my bike
Bike Setup: Jaberwocky single speed with stans wheels running tubeless with soup.
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marquinhos
a Racer
from CharlottesvilleDate Reviewed: October 22, 2011
Strengths: Fast rolling, decent tractionWeaknesses: Cornering is not fantastic, gets deflected/washes out somewhat easilyBottom Line: These tires are fast. Even if I lost a bit of confidence compared to the 2.1 Nevegals I was using, don't regret the change.
FAST FAST FAST. Enough traction and braking power.
Favorite Trail: O'hill trails
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Similar Products Used: Larsen TT, IRC Mythos, Nevegals, Bontrager XR2
Bike Setup: Stumpjumper FSR
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Lopaka
a Weekend Warrior
from RenoDate Reviewed: September 20, 2011
Strengths: Lightweight and fast rollingWeaknesses: Weak sidewalls. On the rear there is no traction except on pavement or very very hard pack trails. Used on the front it will wash out on any kind of loose stuff. Forget running them tubeless.Bottom Line: This tire seems suited for one purpose. Bike manufactures must have asked Maxxis for a lightweight, fast rolling and smooth running tire for the purpose of new bike test drives in the parking lot of the bike shop. It is a great road tire, as long as you avoid curbs and potholes. In the world of dirt, this tire serves no useful purpose. If you have it on the front, you are just taking your life in your hands. If you insist on using it on the back, do yourself a favor and run it backwards. At least then, it will provide some small measure of traction.
Favorite Trail: Dirty Harry's
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Purchased At: came on bike
Similar Products Used: Every kind of make, model, size and type
Bike Setup: Anthem X
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andycnz
a Cross Country Rider
from Waikuku Beach, New ZealandDate Reviewed: August 13, 2011
Strengths: Fast rolling, Good corneringWeaknesses: Sidewalls are a jokeBottom Line: OK tyre for riding hardpack with NO rocks...Sidewalls are made of rice paper. I destroyed both tyres on my first ride out on 4wd road and hardpack single track. Took them back and recieved the EXO model at no charge....lasted one ride before I sliced the sidewall!!! Do not buy this product there is better out there. Small Block 8's for example
Favorite Trail: The Luge, Craigiburns
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: Pushbikes, Rangiora
Similar Products Used: Kenda Nevegals, Small Block 8's, Specialized enduro, Continental.
Bike Setup: Santa Cruz Heckler, DT Swiss, Hope, Shimano, Raceface
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blahblahx
a Racer
from los alamos nmDate Reviewed: July 22, 2011
Strengths: Surprising well in loose going straight up. Side knobs, not much traction in tight turns.Weaknesses: Stans rim, running tubless, non-ust; tire blew off rim at 30psi on very little hill.
Bottom Line: Dangerous if running tubeless, tire blows off rim. Do not buy.
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$65.00
Purchased At: lbs
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Devon
a Cross Country Rider
from Brisbane - AustraliaDate Reviewed: May 15, 2011
Strengths: Great design I run these on the road at 50psi and they work well. I have done 1500km on the road and the back has lost about 2mm of tread. I have the exceptions that are foldable.Weaknesses: No good in mud.Bottom Line: Good tyre, I wrote this post to let people know they are fast rolling and can be used on bitumen if you need too, I think you will get 3000km out of them if you do. I haven't had a puncture in that time they hold up well.
Favorite Trail: Everywhere
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At: Goldcross
Similar Products Used: None
Bike Setup: Merida XC
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glen buckland
a Cross Country Rider
from New ZealandDate Reviewed: March 29, 2011
Strengths: The crossmark is a fast rolling tire with good grip in wet and dry. A very good all round tire and if you want a tire to do it all than this is it.Weaknesses: Ok it is not a down hill tire so side knobs are smaller if you push it in really dry dust or slippy mud you may feel tires slip a little.Bottom Line: I tried one season with maxis cross mark on back and Ardents on front. Then the next year Maxis ardents front and back, and then back to crossmark on back half way through season. When I put the Crossmarks back on the back of bike on a 10 km loop ride I gained 3 mins over night. I ride All mountain and XC mostly and I ride all year sun, wind,rain, heavy rain, ice and cold. So I know I want tires thatI can put on my bike and go out and play. The Crossmark has not let me down yet. knock on wood.
Favorite Trail: 7 mile bike park Queenstown
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At: Element bike shop. g
Similar Products Used: I have tried kenda small block 8, Maxis Holy rollers , Maxis Ardents.
Bike Setup: Maxis Ardents on front Maxis crossmark on back.
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djball
a Cross Country Rider
from North VancouverDate Reviewed: March 16, 2011
Strengths: Light, Fast roller, Exceptional traction.Weaknesses: Thin sidewall, watch for sharp objects.Bottom Line: I run the 2.2 folding on both wheels, @ slightly under 30lbs pressure. Was a little suspect at first, but I'm convinced and now ride these with confidence. They track well on steeps, hook up in fast corners, and actually climb technical much better than expected, wet or dry. So far no pinch flats either. Buy these.
Favorite Trail: Shore
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$45.00
Purchased At: CRC
Bike Setup: Handjob, steel hardtail.
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mtb4123
a Cross Country Rider
from AdelaideDate Reviewed: March 16, 2011
Strengths: Great under brakes, excellent cornering traction and traction in general. I find climbing sketchy climbs quite simple with this tyre. Smooth over bumpy terrain being rocks, roots and drops.Weaknesses: Found I pinch flatted on lower tyre pressure now running around 40 psi or just a bit less, not game to run any less now.Bottom Line: Overall great trye well worth it. Would recommend to anyone. Use it on the rear not front looks a tad narrow to be on the front in my opinion.
Favorite Trail: Fast, Flowing, Technical
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$60.00
Bike Setup: Cross country hard-tail
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footy
a Cross Country Rider
from Singleton, AustraliaDate Reviewed: March 7, 2011
Strengths: Good value for money. Often find them on sale at various places, have seen them advertised 2 for 1 with free delivery for 26er, no such luck with 29er. A fast light tyre that is best suited to hard pack single track.Weaknesses: prone to lacerations in side wall on non UST / EXO modelsBottom Line: Have these on both my 26er and 29er. Using the non UST tyres with a ghetto tubeless conversion. Have had to probs with the bead sealing. Only complaint is 2 sidewall lacerations in 2 years, easily fixed on the trail by putting in a tube and repairing the tyre when home. Have some UST tyres waiting to go on once the non UST ones wear out. This should stop the sidewall issues. Non UST tyre is best suited for fast flowing XC single track with no sharp rocks to cut sidewall
Favorite Trail: will try most anything
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
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Miki
a Cross Country Rider
from BelfastDate Reviewed: September 11, 2010
Strengths: Fast rolling and light.Weaknesses: Poor mud shedding and loss of grip in anything less than bone dry.Bottom Line: Great for fast dusty and dry trails, but very poor on anything wetter than damp. Mud seems to stick to them at any opportunity which doesn't help cornering or rear wheel traction.
Good tyres, but for a similar styled all round tyre i'd go for the Hutchinson Python.
Favorite Trail: Mournes
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$20.00
Purchased At: Chainreaction Cycles
Similar Products Used: Hutchinson
Bike Setup: Giant XTC, Manitou skareb
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mike.davis@eur.crowncork.
a Cross Country Rider
from EnglandDate Reviewed: August 9, 2010
Strengths: Use the LUST version on rear. Copes with everything, I'm a big boy 220 lbs and no issues. Mostly use for non Winter rides but varying terrain. Rolls fast, grips well, no probs. Use with Stans so no punctures with thorns etcWeaknesses: None detected.Bottom Line: Great tyre for hardpack and dry, dusty trails. No good for winter rides in deep mud. No issues at all with sidewall wear although I used them on all UK trail centres. Nom punctures.
I don't think I'd put them on the front, but then I wouldn't put an Ardent on the back.
Favorite Trail: Natural singletrack, Derbyshire
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$43.00
Purchased At: Various
Similar Products Used: Panaracer, Continental
Bike Setup: Crossmak 2.10 on back, Ardent 2.25 on back. Turner 5 Spot DW Link
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