The High Roller is a proven, versatileTread compoundThat comes in a bunch of sizes and optionsTo suit just about any bike.The Maxxis High RollerTire versatileTire for DH, FR and XC. Select models use Maxxis new "LUST" lightweight USTTubeless casing, as listed
Submitted by
Phil G
a Weekend Warrior
from N. Ireland
Date Reviewed: February 8, 2012
Strengths: Good grip in dry and wet conditions, fairly good in muddy conditions. Pretty durable. Very good puncture resistance.
Weaknesses: The UK price has gone up since I purchased them over two years ago - but I suppose that's down to currency exchange rates.
Bottom Line:
The bike came with Bulldog tyres - 1 positive attribute was lack of weight, but no grip once there was a damp surface and very prone to thorn punctures. Replaced the Bulldogs with Highrollers - 60a on rear 42 super tacky on front, both single ply. These tyres are so much better is almost every way and have really improved my confidence going over roots, in rocky conditions and even in thick mud they're fairly predictible. I put a Nevegal UST on the rear last summer to decrease rolling resistance but have found the grip substantially reduced - will go back to the Highroller soon.
Submitted by
norcorider95
a Downhiller
from London, England
Date Reviewed: December 11, 2011
Strengths: they roll really nicely, have good grip in dry and moist conditions, can handle the wet however. not too heavy, look good, fairly cheap, good open tread design.
Weaknesses: none really, havent worn down much yet
Bottom Line:
great tyres, ignore the reviews below about them being bad, its little kids not knowing their stuff! they roll really well, stones dont get caught in them, theyre grippy, theyre well made, theyre quite puncture proof, come in loads of sizes, loads of types like super tackys etc.
i used to hate maxxis after my first set, which were terrible but they were ignitors.
i bought these to replace my specialized chunder tires. i don t regret the change for a second.
for the record i run 60a compound, dual ply rear, single ply on the front.
single ply side walls are flimsy but theyre fine. dual ply are nice and rigid and stiff.
Bike Setup: Specialized big hit fsr 1 2010 with marz 66's, fox dhx 3, hope pro 2 hubs, mavic ex729 rim, crankbros 5050x pedals, sunline bars, nukeproof seat, holzfeller cranks, gravity stem, avid elixir brakes,E13 ls1+ chain device
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Submitted by
brbikerider
a Cross Country Rider
from Jakarta, Indonesia
Date Reviewed: November 25, 2011
Strengths: made from strong rubber, elastic rubber. good for dry condition.
Weaknesses: slippery when wet. little bit heavy cause i use the 26 x 2.35 feels like downhill tire. bad for wet condition. use perfectly on low pressure
Bottom Line:
this tire good for dry track. perfect and easy control.
Submitted by
peanutaxis
a Weekend Warrior
from New Zealand
Date Reviewed: August 19, 2011
Strengths: It's made of rubber
Weaknesses: 26x2.1
The single worst tire I have ever owned. Can't engage the side lugs. Or rather you can, but only by running pressure low in which case you get pinch flats.
Bottom Line:
Don't go near anything 2.1 Make sure you know wha it looks like on your rim before buying.
Strengths: Good all around traction. Loves to be pushed hard, especially in corners.
Weaknesses: Not perfect for everything. Wears fast. Feels slow when casually riding--needs to be pushed. Heavy. Prone to pinch flats, even with DH tubes
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Once these tires get rolling, they seem to grip rather hard on all sorts of SoCal terrain. For my style of quick accelerations, pump and flow, float, lean and drift, they seem to be spot on. When I get lazy and just pedal with a casual cadence and just try to roll through stuff, they seem to be really slow. These tires beg me to cut through inside lines rather than try to casually flow through outside lines. They are a bit sketchy at times, but find enough traction to keep me upright--nothing an emergency foot dab couldn't fix if it got really sideways.
I've been on these tires for a long while and always look to find something better, but usually end up coming back to High Rollers. They just simply suit my riding style and terrain the best. Looking forward to trying a WTB Bronson TCS AM next.
Similar Products Used: Nobby Nic, Fat Albert, Rampage, Nevegal, Blue Groove, Advantage, Ardent
Bike Setup: Kona Dawg, Yeti ASR7
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Submitted by
DennisK
a Cross Country Rider
from Athens, Greece
Date Reviewed: May 23, 2011
Strengths: This review refers to the XC 2.1 version. Relatively light, fast rolling, grippy on hardpack and rocks
Weaknesses: Dangerous on loose gravely terrains and on wet tarmac. If the pressure is between 35psi and 40 the tire is prone to pinch punctures. At pressures over 40 it can take the punishment but its grip is compromised even on hardpack. Signs of wear after barely three months of use
Bottom Line:
If your trails are of the loose type stay away from this tire.
Bike Setup: Cannondale Caffeine frame, SID fork, X9 rear mech, XT front mech, Juicy brakes, AmClassic wheels
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Submitted by
Dismal
a Weekend Warrior
from Peebles
Date Reviewed: May 3, 2011
Strengths: strong,
grippy,
fatter than a Minion
Weaknesses: none
Bottom Line:
I use the HR 26x2.35 single ply super tacky.
It is a supremely confidence inspiring tyre.
I use this front only in awful conditions only.
Corners great.
Slow rolling due to the sticky compound but
faster than a Kenda Nevegal 2.35 and 2.1.
Similar Products Used: Kenda Nevegal 2.35, 2.1
Continental Rubber Queen 2.4
Continental Mountain King
Schwalbe Nobby Nic
Schwalbe Rocket Ron
Maxxis Advantage 2.1, 2.25, 2.4
Maxxis Minion 2.35
Bike Setup: XC bikes
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Submitted by
Deuce31
a Cross Country Rider
from SPAIN
Date Reviewed: April 3, 2011
Strengths: Excelente cubierta tanto para delante y trasera. Delante con una 2.35 , te aseguras un excelente agarre.
Unica pega es que lastran un tanto en las subidas.
Submitted by
dj_mip
a Downhiller
from Bournemouth, Dorset, UK
Date Reviewed: March 9, 2011
Strengths: Great grip with minimal rolling resistance for tyre type (if using 60a compound rather than 42 super tacky) . The 2.35 maxxpro 60a tire is the toughest tire i have ever used.
Weaknesses: Most High rollers are very heavy and very small for size they say. The advantage series is rubbish the sidewall ripped open after couple of rides. Super tacky tires cause alot of drag and wear out quickly.
Bottom Line:
The softer 42 compound is not really suitable if you are doing alot of riding on roads so 60a is best. The advantage tire is one of the worst tires i have used but the 2.35 maxxpro 60a dualply tire is probably the best tire i have used the only drawback with it is the weight. I would give a very low rating but the maxxpro is so good i am going to give them 4 / 5 . Just get some kenda small block 8's dtc by far the best tire and less than half weight of high rollers
Similar Products Used: maxxis high roller (sizes; 1.95, 2.1, 2.35, 2.5) in both single and dual ply and advantage series . . Tioga Factory 2.1 xc . . Kenda Small Block Eight DTC (2.1, 2.35) . .
Strengths: good at mud, rolls well, climbing, price
Weaknesses: cornering stability!
Bottom Line:
dont like this tire anymore, be aware on hardsurface or loose surface when cornering, i been wash out many times at high speed cornering on this tires.
Submitted by
cdomby
a Cross Country Rider
from Roswell, GA
Date Reviewed: November 22, 2010
Strengths: Grips well over roots and rocks. Climbs pretty well on the steep stuff. Handles good in rock gardens. Lower rolling resistance. You can usually get a deal on them
Weaknesses: Performs horribly in loose stuff. Tires wear quickly. Tire size is way smaller than normal.
Bottom Line:
I was looking for a fast all around tire for conditions in the Southeast (rooty,rocky,rolling hills). Most trails I ride don't have a lot of small, loose stuff to worry about so these do well most of the time. They grip great over roots and larger rocks and they climb hills really well.
But, BEWARE of smaller LOOSE TERRAIN. There is a gap/ dead spot between the side and center tread that causes the tire to lose grip when you turn in loose dirt, small gravel, and/or sand. I've wiped out several times going around corners and I'm not hitting them at 40 mph. If I see what appears to be granular loose terrain, I'm slowing down a lot.
No tire is perfect, but you shouldn't have to wonder whether or not you are going to land on your can going around a corner at moderate speed. I'll be getting Nevegals
Strengths: Comfortable and cushioning effect from soft rubber and high volume, grippy in a straight line for braking and acceleration. OK on the front only.
Weaknesses: Slow, soft, weak, poor leaning.
These are an example of old technology that is out of date. Thorns love them.
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Review for wire bead 2.3 version. I like riding MOTO style tires, because I lean on mountain bikes and I lean on motorcycles on and off road, and these things just don't do it for me. They are slow but predictable if you ride the bike in a very upright style, and the center tread is fine in all conditions for braking and traction. However they have a 'squared-off' feel and the gap between the center and edge gives a sketchy feeling, which means that I have been dumped off the bike more than once as the outer knobs are so soft and can collapse under a sudden heavy lean.
I really don't understand the advantage of these tires. To me Kenda Nevegals do everything these can do just better, although I would use them either.
Smaller, lower, more stiped, ramped, closer knobs in a more rounded style with multi-ply and some protection is the way that more modern tires are going, and these are kinda prehistoric, go try something else!
Similar Products Used: Conti traffic, DMR RT and digger, Maxxis Larsson TT, WTB Prowler 2.1< Nevegals, Michelin etc etc
Bike Setup: Hard tail.
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Submitted by
Okie81
a Cross Country Rider
from Sacramento, CA
Date Reviewed: August 25, 2010
Strengths: Lots of grip, durable sidewalls. This is beefy tire that was made to take a beating
Weaknesses: Takes a little bit to get used to the turning transition from the middle tread to the side tread; especially in hard pack conditions. Lots of rolling resistance and a little noisy at high speeds on pavement.
Bottom Line:
After a month or so I swapped these tires out for something a little faster (Weirwolf LT's). In doing so, I noticed their weight is a little on the heavy side. Not to say they are bad tires, but just not the tire for me. This rubber is more suited for the loose stuff. It clears very well and my confidence in deep turns improved immediately. I wonder the rationale behind Santa Cruz's choice to put this on their AM Blur's, I can think of a few tires that would be better suited for such a bike. Nevertheless, this is still a good tire for the right setup.
Submitted by
darthbobby
a Weekend Warrior
from Sacramento, CA
Date Reviewed: July 14, 2010
Strengths: Great handling, great stopping power, flats are rare.
Weaknesses: It's heavy for an XC tire.
Bottom Line:
Buy this tire. I've changed my rear tire out a few times and am still looking for the right one but this is it for a front tire. I've been on it 9 months now and have never felt like it was going out from under me. It's got great traction in corners and on loose and hard pack. I've taken it to Moab, Downieville, and all over the California foothills and it excels everywhere. I hear you can flip it and throw it on the back when it wears down, though it isn't showing much sign of wear. Also, I've yet to get a flat on it. I will be paying full price for a new one when mine dies.
Strengths: All you downers out there who dont like this tire need a reality check. The Maxxis high roller is a great tire. The cornering of the tire is great on sandy and loose trails, and hasgreat braking power(saved me from wipin' big time). I was following a guy in a race and he swerved around a rock
Weaknesses: High rolling resistance on dirt roads.
High roll-er/ing resistence, it's in the name.
Bottom Line:
All you downers out there who dont like this tire need a reality check. The Maxxis high roller is a great tire. The cornering of the tire is great on sandy and loose trails, and hasgreat braking power(saved me from wipin' big time). I was following a guy in a race and he swerved around a big rock in an instant. This tire reacts very well on an all-mountain bike.
I got this tire about two months ago, literally have ridden the bike 5 times with the tire on it. It has zero wear on the tread. Its the 2.4 two ply/ DH version 60 A. This is th Read More »
Hi,
I ride a Cannondale hard tail in Texas on single trails. Hard pack, some rocky / sandy and road.
Just upgraded to a DH fork + xc rims, cos I broke the fork lockout. Schwalb Read More »
I am getting a HighRoller II for the rear can someone recommend a front.
09 575
Loco Wheels
Talas 36 Fork
65mm stem
I have my bike set up for more AM the XC. Read More »
Anybody have anytime in the high roller II? How does it compare with the original high rollers and minion? Looks like it will shed mud good and corners well. Read More »
