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#25 ·
Just to add...


2.6 vs 2.5WT - The 2.6 rolls noticeably faster. Its higher volume, and likely thinner casing makes for a more compliant tire that is better at reducing trail chatter.


I suspect the 2.5 will be more durable and will "hold up" better to very aggressive riding. Kind of like running a fork - slightly soft or slightly firm.

That said I've pushed the 2.6" tires very hard under my 180# riding weight almost all summer and they've pulled through everything great. The trail and riding would have to be very darn aggressive to out ride this tire.

The 2.5WT is good but compared to the 2.6 is far more draggy when pedaling. Probably way more tire than most riders really need - again, kind of like suspension.
 
#26 ·
SonomaBiker said:
Thought I'd try the 2.6 out and see how it differs. Well, it doesn't by much, and where it does it's not really good IMO.

The casing width is indeed 0.1" wider. However, the furthest out side knobs are only 0.2mm wider, and the more inner outside knobs are about 1.2-1.5mm wider(over the entire tire width, not just one side).

The difference in tread width is imperceptible, but now the casing looks noticeably wider, and exposed to rocks, kind of balloon-y looking. I wouldn't recommend the "upgrade" personally (just my opinion).

Pic is with the 2.6 on 30mm IW and the 2.5 on 26mm IW wheels.

2.6 is on the right, 2.5 on the left.
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So is the casing wider than the tread in the 2.6"??
 
Discussion starter · #27 ·
I would imagine that would depend on a few things, like at least wheel width and tire pressure. This is on 30mm internal width Enve M70HV's. The casing is just wider than the side knobs by about 2mm at low pressure (13-15psi ish)

Now that I've ridden the 2.6" for a while I've gotten used to them and have adjusted to what they benefit (I did not think they were all great at first). They allow you to lower your tire pressure without as easily burping or folding and get more cornering grip, especially in loose corners. Testing back to back with the 2.5" (2.5" being on 26 internal width wheels) the 2.6" has noticeably more grip... but only if you get it to the optimal pressure. On the 2.5" I start burping and folding well before I can get to the same grip level. The 2.6" also allows for lower pressure without rim strike, giving a more forgiving ride over small chattery bump and able to take bigger hits without bottoming out at lower pressures.
 
#28 ·
SonomaBiker said:
I would imagine that would depend on a few things, like at least wheel width and tire pressure. This is on 30mm internal width Enve M70HV's. The casing is just wider than the side knobs by about 2mm at low pressure (13-15psi ish)

Now that I've ridden the 2.6" for a while I've gotten used to them and have adjusted to what they benefit (I did not think they were all great at first). They allow you to lower your tire pressure without as easily burping or folding and get more cornering grip, especially in loose corners. Testing back to back with the 2.5" (2.5" being on 26 internal width wheels) the 2.6" has noticeably more grip... but only if you get it to the optimal pressure. On the 2.5" I start burping and folding well before I can get to the same grip level. The 2.6" also allows for lower pressure without rim strike, giving a more forgiving ride over small chattery bump and able to take bigger hits without bottoming out at lower pressures.

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Thanks for the info.
 
#29 ·
Does anyone know where I can get 2 29er DHF 2.6 3C MaxTerra EXOs? Or better yet, EXO+ (although I suspect those may take a while)? I have hunted everywhere and cannot find any. I need some asap for a new set of wheels.

Thanks.
 
#31 ·
StevePodraza said:
just ordered the 27.5 x 2.6 off amazon for $62! I will report back once mounted! just mounted the ardent 26 x 2.4 rear on my liteville! bam!
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That's a good combination, but the Rekon has a 2.4 size now too.
 
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#33 ·
Can any of you chime in with pressures you're running and what you weigh??

Got my first ride on the 2.6 DHF front / 2.5 Aggressor combo...coming from 2.4 High Rollers. I'm maybe 210 lbs and was able to run the HRs down to 19 or so for some really rough embedded rock trails in the ozarks. Even as low as 17 but it's like pedaling in lead shoes. At 17 lbs the DHF still seem noticeably more harsh over the same trail, but also feels pretty firm to the touch, so I guess I'll keep going lower. I'm not bashing square edge stuff at speed, more looking for trail soaking without riding "flat" tires.
 
#35 ·
SonomaBiker said:
What's the internal width of your wheel?
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If you're asking me...i30.

I got out again today, 10 miles of rocky singletrack in a different location. I went for it, dropped the front to 13 and the rear aggressor to 16. MUCH better on the embedded rock trail trash. Weird thing is it seemed to be rolling faster today at lower pressure than I was yesterday at 19/21 (I rechecked before I deflated today)!?
 
#36 ·
I’m also running i30 wheels and have found that I can easily drop the DHF 2.6 up front to 15psi without any issues. The 2.5 Agressor on rear wheel I feel needs about 20psi to avoid rim impact on square edge hits.
I weigh about 185 pounds ready to ride
 
Discussion starter · #37 ·
I'm 185 on i30 too, I also found 13pis or so to be the sweet spot for max grip in turns (just above the point where it rolls the sidewall over). I run 30-35psi for the straight up fire road climb though, and it's definitely much easier, then lower to 13-15psi for the down.
 
#38 ·
lagerboy said:
I'm also running i30 wheels and have found that I can easily drop the DHF 2.6 up front to 15psi without any issues. The 2.5 Agressor on rear wheel I feel needs about 20psi to avoid rim impact on square edge hits.
I weigh about 185 pounds ready to ride
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SonomaBiker said:
I'm 185 on i30 too, I also found 13pis or so to be the sweet spot for max grip in turns (just above the point where it rolls the sidewall over). I run 30-35psi for the straight up fire road climb though, and it's definitely much easier, then lower to 13-15psi for the down.
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Great info! Thank you both! Sounds like I'm on the right track. I'll keep an eye on the rear aggressor pressure. I'm not a super fast guy in the rough stuff, so I can usually avoid the unavoidable, but the aggressor is definitely faster at lower pressure than the 2.4 highroller that came off, those were great grippers but man could you feel them drag! DHF rolls better too. Overall I was flowing through some stuff without pedaling that I would normally need too.
 
#39 ·
Smallish update here. Dropped my 2.6 DHF up front to 14psi today and the Aggressor to 18. Technical, dry and hardpack trail with lots of rocks and roots to navigate and an fast downhill with some jumps.
Felt very confident and no squirm/tire roll as far as I could tell. I think going lower than 14 will have very little upside though. Trail was slow and technical so rolling resistance wasn’t really an issue.
I should note that I run Enve M630 rims which are great in that they are almost impossible to pinch flat.
 
#40 ·
lagerboy said:
Smallish update here. Dropped my 2.6 DHF up front to 14psi today and the Aggressor to 18. Technical, dry and hardpack trail with lots of rocks and roots to navigate and an fast downhill with some jumps.
Felt very confident and no squirm/tire roll as far as I could tell. I think going lower than 14 will have very little upside though. Trail was slow and technical so rolling resistance wasn't really an issue.
I should note that I run Enve M630 rims which are great in that they are almost impossible to pinch flat.
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What do you weigh?

Most of my normal riding around KC is dirt, flowing, a few rocky sections and roots here and there. So I would definitely be in the 15/18 range I feel. The casing on that DHF seems stiffer and likes the lower pressure. The ozarks however, completely start to finish embedded rock from golf ball to baby head size, constant chatter. It will have you deflating tires faster than a jilted prom date!
 
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