Shop around for a deal and the pricing might not be such a sting either. It comes in a wide range of casing and compound options to suit all riding situations and once you’ve found the blend that works for you it's a fit and forget tire for all reasons and seasons. Verdictįaster rolling than a DHR, but no less grippy in turns, the Maxxis Minion DHF is still my favorite hardcore all-rounder on either end of the bike. Check fresh tires before fitting though as Maxxis does have occasional issues with warped or twisted tires. They don’t rip knobs or tear sidewalls easily either so most Minions are bald before they get binned rather than being stabbed or slashed to death. While the heavier duty DD and DH carcasses are the ones to go for if you habitually hammer tires and wheels, the Exo and Exo + are comparatively tough in terms of pointy object and pinch punctures. They are more likely to skid or slip on the back than a DHR but no less than most other trail tires. The longer tread blocks also mean the DHF rolls noticeably faster than the DHR and we know a lot of people who actually run a DHF both ends for a faster, but still hard cornering combo. There’s enough space to mean they clear mud pretty quick too so clogging is rarely an issue. Once you’re into the lean you can also load it up aggressively on pretty much every surface from slippery gravel to winter slop and wet woods. While it looks like the center to shoulder tread gap might trigger a ‘leap of faith’ lurch like the old Maxxis High Roller tire, the DHF actually tips in really smoothly and predictably. As you’d hope, the WT casings are a particularly good match to currently ubiquitous 30mm internal rims, avoiding the over stiff, numb feel that’s apparent in some other ‘stretched’ tires. Ride feel is appropriate for each weight/use category with a float/damping profile that flatters suspension and frame feel. Even the Exo version can be run at teen pressures without buckling and folding if you shunt a corner or grab a fistful of brake too hard, while the Exo+, DD and DH increase incrementally in stability and stoutness. Once inflated it holds pressure and shape well and it’s close enough to the listed size not to make me grumble. It’s easy enough to fit to most rims and, while it’s not the simplest sealing tire, I rarely have to abandon the floor pump in favor of a compressor to get the job done. It’s also an excellent ‘context’ tire to fit to any bike or wheel that I'm testing independently, purely because it’s basically entirely vice free. I'm lucky enough to spend most of my time on the 3C MaxxTerra version in Exo or Exo + spec, because that comes as standard on a huge amount of test bikes. If you want a relative bargain though, the basic Dual Compound tires are a great split between cornering grip and decent rolling speed/wear life on a tough but not too heavy carcass for £20 less. The top Triple Compound tires offer a MaxxTerra all-rounder mix and a super sticky, ultra grippy MaxxGrip option over a hard base for predictable behaviour and extended lifespan. It’s the same story with rubber compounds too. In contrast to many brands where performance sweet spots fall awkwardly between light and heavy-duty options, weights and ride characteristics are on point for every level too. The lightest option is the Exo which is fine for XC/old skool trail use Exo+ adds a full protective wrap against cut, puncture and impact punctures for more aggressive trail/enduro use DD is a lightweight double-ply for hardcore enduro or e-bike use and then there are super heavyweight DH tires if your riding is all about radical gravity runs. Maxxis has also expanded its casing offerings in terms of reinforcement level.
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