Submitted by
Patrick
a Cross Country Rider
from UK Date Reviewed: September 22, 2006
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$26.00
Purchased At:
Actionbikes
Strengths:
Predictable steering and doesn't wash-out like so many American brands. Excellent traction in sand, mub and on hardpack. Good traction over roots. I keep climbing trials that have previously defeated me with other tyres on the bike.
Weaknesses:
Wired tyre is a bit heavy but the ride makes up for this
Similar Products Used:
Specialised Team Master/Pro, Michelin Wildgripper
Bike Setup:
Scott Genius, XTR except XT crankset, Mavic 717 on Hope ProII
Bottom Line:
Superb value for money for a do everything tyre that rides well in all UK trail conditions. They have yet to let me down. I don't jump or freeride but as a XC tyre these are great.
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Submitted by
Nick Vangeel
a Cross Country Rider
from Belgium Date Reviewed: September 26, 2004
Favorite Trail:
Houffalize
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$35.00
Purchased At:
Bikefestival Willingen
Strengths:
Good grip, good cornerfeeling
Weaknesses:
Not the lightest tyre
Similar Products Used:
Hutchinson Python
Bike Setup:
Cannondale F2000 SL with XT-crank, Thomson seatpost, SLR, crank brothers
Bottom Line:
Good and payable tire with a good grip, also in wet conditions, especially as a front tire !
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Submitted by
Mauro
a Weekend Warrior
from Switzerland Date Reviewed: September 14, 2004
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$40.00
Purchased At:
Bikecity
Strengths:
Traction, cornering, strong sidewalls, patchable, holds air !!!!
Weaknesses:
At the back it seams to wear out quit quickly. Too narrow for a 2.1"
Similar Products Used:
None, my 1st UST.
Bike Setup:
ETS-X70, Mavic CrossMax Enduro wheels.
Bottom Line:
I was worried about the quality of tubeless tires, it seemed to me that just few can hold air for a long time without sealant. These tires were perfect for 3 months until I picked the 1st puncture (too low pressure). I patched from the inside and I put the Eclipse sealant. The best thing I appreciate of these tires is to ride downhill at just 1.5bar (22psi) with a great held !!!! Next set would be the Big Jim 2.25".
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