Use code HELLO54 when you join us as a print or digital member and your membership will be half price for the first year. The Forekasters don't have as aggressive side knobs as the ardents plus the forecaster will roll faster. Maxxis Ardent or Forekasters as a front tire - Singletracks Mountain Bike News Maxxis Ardent or Forekasters as a front tire Mountain bike trails & Mountain bike reviews Protected: Forums Mountain Bike Forum Maxxis Ardent or Forekasters as a front tire Viewing 9 reply threads Author Posts June 1, 2019 at 19:52 #263456 pauldominy . I would not consider this the typical XC tire unless your typical XC race is the Downieville Classic where 3k feet of climbing is followed by 30mph+ descents. Ragley Big Wig, Surly Cross Check (gravel bike), Sunday Soundwave (BMX), 91 Schwinn High Plain (about town bike), Nashbar CXSS (on trainer). As I said, this tire is a classic and finds itself in its fair share of combinations, so we'll list some of the more common tire combinations and sizes/casing options. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. You must be logged in to reply to this topic. This looks like a great tire. You can already get an Aggressor or Dissector in that weight range. The Ardent is decent as a rear tire, but to echo what many others have already posted, I would definitely not run them as a front tire. AUD For the rear, I opted for something a little lighter that I thought might be more likely to give it up in fast tight turns. The previous tire in 292.35 size was quoted at 745g. The wear on the Maxxis has been very even and consistent for me. Use as a front paired with an Aspen or Ikon rear for an "aggressive" XC setup. Maxxis Ardent, Bontrager XR4, Continental Trail King and Schwalbe Hans Dampf. The Rekon mentioned above is another very popular tire, it seems 70% of people love them and the other 30% hate them. Maxxis Crossmark II EXO TR 29 x 2.25in performance. Dual compound or 3C MaxxSpeed options 60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options EXO sidewall protection Maxxis Dissector. Its designed to handle a wide variety of terrains and trail styles without slowing the rider or offering a lot of rolling resistance. In front, this tire gives you a lot of float and very little rolling resistance for a faster kind of ride. Minion DHR II Tried one one . Support us! It can find its spot on many bikes front or rear for whatever traction your bike needs. Skatey at first. The Forekaster and Rekon combo is a popular setup for a lot of the NICA racers in Utah. Forekaster being light filled a nice gap. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. This allows the center of the tire to roll fast providing just enough traction when climbing and braking but not comprising any speed. They sure looked the part for a do all tire in the Pacific North Wet (yes wet) with their well-spaced ramped center tread and transition nobs. Support Us | However, it tends to struggle in thick mud, especially sticky loose mud. Two thumbs up. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Maxxis Forekaster 292.2 EXO TR Maxxis Ardent Race 292.2 EXO 3C TR Maxxis Crossmark II 292.25 EXO TR Maxxis Ardent 292.25 EXO TR Maxxis Maxxlite 310 292.0, 170tpi Those last two, or last three, are outliers from what we would normally consider racing on. When you start reaching those tires limits adjust your air pressure a little. The launch represents the, Canyon updated the Spectral:ON eMTB in 2022, redesigning the entire bike around their in-house developed batteries. The Maxxis Forekaster features a spiky, well-spaced tread pattern that is ideal for XC racing or light duty trail riding in loose or wet conditions during the spring and fall. Lighter than the equivalent dhr2 and on that bike it probably doesnt need as much grip as on the fs bike which has got a dhr2 on it in the slop. 111 [Podcast], Best of the Month! The tyres in the shot above were installed at the same time, and you can see how pronounced the rear wear is. Maxxis Ardent is one of the biggest names for mountain bike tires right now. An Aspen is never enough in the front, and if it is, then you should be riding a gravel bike. As you would expect, with more tread comes more weight. The sheer size of these tyres comes as bit of a shock. MTB Podcast | There are no sub-800g 29er Forekasters now, with only one (wired) 29er option in 2.25. In your case, that would be the Ardent Race. Its a fast rolling pattern, thanks to the sloped centre tread, and the side knobs offer good support whilst still retaining enough sensitivity for grip on wet roots thanks to extensive siping. The tread on the Ardent resists degrading. That doesnt make the Ardent a worse tire, it just means that if you tend to ride loose terrain, are a particularly aggressive rider, or like coming into a corner just a little too hot, you may want to consider a tire that specializes in your riding style and conditions. Not super light but it's worth it for the EXO protection and not feeling the need to carry a tube. 4.23) [Video], CushCore Trail Insert - The Perfect Middle Ground For Tubeless Inserts, Wolf Tooth ReMote Pro - The New & Refined Dropper Remote. Visit the high-res gallery for more images. Employee Review No longer marketed as only a wet weather option for the XC world, Maxxis all-new tire takes aim at the quickly growing world of aggressive XC & Trail. Just installed an Ardent Race 2.35 on the front. Continue with Recommended Cookies. When it came time to put together a tough and light wheel/tire combo I looked at Conti, Speci, and Schwalbe but ultimately returned to Maxxis. The Ardent, however, covers that vast middle ground and covers it damn well. He has been writing about whats new in the bicycle world for 12+ years. Video , Currency: Lately though, it seems to have really exploded. I don't know if the tread is worn too much or if I've improved to the point that I'm needing more for what I do on my trails than it can offer. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The EXO construction is well worth the slight weight penalty and is easily offset by not having to carry tubes. The Maxxis Ardent is something of a do-it-all trail tire thats had relatively high success rates and popularity with mountain cyclists for a while now. been there done that. I'm not sure it's 'that' much slower than the Minion SS. Learn how your comment data is processed. I have been a writer for nigh on 20 years, a photographer for 25 years and a mountain biker for 30 years. Black Chili compound wears well. As an all-weather, all-rounder, we rate the Ardents very highly. Ikon On my XC hardtail I've used Ardent Race (The race is a totally different tire)and Icon and Forkaster 2.6 front 2.35 rear. CLP When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. The most aggressive trail tyre in the Continental line-up is the Trail King (previously known, rather kinkily, as the Rubber Queen). Both 2.35 on 27mm IW rims. FEATURES OF THE NEW MAXXIS FOREKASTER INCLUDE: A densely packed tread pattern to increase rolling efficiency Taller side knobs to improve cornering grip Raised ridges on the casing to promote. Well talk about terrain strengths and weaknesses in a separate section, but its worth noting here that this is a good medium between speed and traction. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. And a digital membership where you can read all the digital magazines is normally 25, and now 12.50 with the code. Closely aligned ramped centre blocks improve braking while ensuring. The Ardent Race sees the same tread pattern as its Trail- and Enduro-oriented siblings, but has had a few millimeters snipped off the tread height all around. Feast your eyes on these four tyres treads that roll fast but fill you with confidence in corners and when it gets rough. This would be great of pair with a dissector upfront or a minion. The UK Government has issued concussion guidance for all grassroots sports. Yeah, no 3c was a dealbreaker for me, esp for a damp conditions tyre. New Maxxis Forekaster: goodbye to damp, hello to downcountry? You must be logged in to reply to this topic. That, in combination with a round profile, make for a lot of traction and predictable cornering behaviour. This new one, Im not quite sure what its for. CLP Its gaining 200g, or almost a pound for two of them, in unspring weight. They arent completely impervious though, and youll still likely need a patch if you run over the business end of a nail or screw. When it comes to Maxxis' treads, people tend to gravitate to the established gravity-meats (i.e., the Minion or High Roller series) or the pinner XC treads, such as the Ikon. It strikes a balance between speed and traction for the rear when riding aggressively. The dual compound offers great grip and wear characteristics and adds to this combos value. Then again, what I know about XC tyres aint a lot. Between the center knobs and the side knobs, there are small, square intermediate knobs with alternating slanted siping. Good range of sizes. Do they make the Ground Control with a Gravity casing? @honourablegeorge I reckon it would be Dissector up front, no? However, the new tread pattern is more densely packed for better rolling efficiency and taller side knobs are there to really dig into the corners. Like the Ardent, the Forekaster offers very little in the way of rolling resistance and is a quiet ride when the tires are centered. MTB Parts & Accessories (Ep. This property in a tyre can often result from a softer, faster wearing compound not so with the XR4s. Fishing 7.75K subscribers Subscribe 13K views 3 years ago Did a quick review of why I like this setup! :/. The reason for asking is because some people have commented in other threads that the 2.4 width seems to perform better (I'm guessing because you can run the pressure slightly lower). Continue with Recommended Cookies. Contis Black Chili compound seems to improve with use. At low pressures, the Hans Dampf has a large footprint that floats beautifully over sand and delivers mountains of climbing traction. Wouldn't recommend it, basically for the same reason. Not to be confused with Maxxis Wide Trail tires that are designed around a 30-35mm rim. Billed as a Jack of all trades tread, wed have to agree that this is some of the best all rounder rubber available and weve used these tyres on multiple bikes now. Tires are the last place I'd cheap out on, considering they're the only contact you have with the ground. Both are also tubeless-ready, or TR, so you have the additional option depending on how youd prefer to ride. Its a trail tyre, through and through, sitting somewhere between the Crossmark and legendary Minion in terms of rolling speed/grip stakes. 4.23) [Video], CushCore Trail Insert - The Perfect Middle Ground For Tubeless Inserts, Wolf Tooth ReMote Pro - The New & Refined Dropper Remote. The design offers the best traction on firm surfaces, with variable results in other conditions. The tires can be installed with no tools and a simple floor pump. I know Geoff Kabush will often run this tire up front for more alternative XC races where the soil might be loose and soft like in the Downieville Classic, or wet slippery and unpredictable like the BC Bike Race. There are intermediate knobs but spaced out quite a bit more than the other tread, leaving a gap where there isn't an intermediate knob. The ample sipes on the nobs make for some sure-footed climbing on both medium dirt and rocks. It can find its spot on many bikes front or rear for whatever traction your bike needs. In a nut shell, this tyre works best if youre fully committed to a corner and tip it in! I would never run it as a front tire and the brief period that I have, it was filled with constant washouts. Manage Settings I think it's the fastest rolling tire and has recently been adopted by most of the XC World Cup Maxxis riders. The Ardent Race is the faster, smaller knobbed brother of the classic Ardent tire. The inner tread is relatively short, though still a good bit taller than the tread on a road bike. However, the thinner design of the Ikon combines with a less aggressive tread style to create a much looser grip. The XR4s are quite voluminous for a 2.35 tyre and exhibit a wide footprint. Durability is one of the areas that the Ardent really shines. Id say its been a Dissector and Rekon as a guess. Great control under braking with L shaped side knobs allow some confident riding for a tire that rolls this fast. The Forekaster sports shorter medium sized nobs in an open pattern. Viewing 9 posts - 1 through 9 (of 9 total). JavaScript is disabled. It was an immediate improvement from the Ikon and it's been there for a year. Users are generally very pleased by this tire, especially used in combination with a more aggressive design that offers better grip for added traction and better all-condition performance. Calling it a Goldilocks tire, Maxxis envisions the new Forekaster as the ideal step between their current XC options and more aggressive trail and enduro tires. I have the now older version and quite happy with it. Maxxis This year, Alberto Contador & Ivan Basso race off-road with the all-new Manto carbon gravel bike, the highest performance bike on the market, Peppermint Cycling Co. just announced its spring line a collection that includes new pieces across MTB, gravel, and road disciplines. Calling it a "Goldilocks" tire, Maxxis envisions the new Forekaster as the ideal step between their current XC options and more aggressive trail and enduro tires. When an Aspen in the rear isnt enough (wet Autumn and Winter), I mount an Agressor (god I love this tyre during those months). However, the 2.6 version has been designed specifically for rims 30-35mm wide internally. I've run the Ardent/Forekaster combo and it was better than a Forekaster on both. Tire , Currency: Anthony Smith Maxxis classifies the Forekaster as an 'aggressive XC' tire, which seems about right: it rolls fast, and accelerates incredibly well at 735 grams for the 120tpi, EXO-casing version. It's a trail tyre, through and through, sitting somewhere between the Crossmark and legendary Minion in terms of rolling speed/grip stakes. The Ardent has been part of the Maxxis lineup for years. I was initially running a 2.35 Ikon on the back and while it has a surprising amount of grip, in the fall with the leaves on the ground, I found it lacking in traction when crawling up steep climbs and in the corners. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Can anyone point me to the best front tire of the two to pair with my rear Ikon? With riders from Nino Schurter winning many races on this tire to the more adventure marathon riders like Geoff Kabush also riding this tire for a wide range of events, it shows its speed with results alone. This tire handled a mix of hardpack, medium, and loose over hard no problem. Or downcountry as its often called. The Maxxis Forekaster is a bit more of a rarity to see, being the go-to Maxxis XC tire for very loose soil or mud. My first trail bike came shod in Maxxis Ardent 29x2.25 with no option for tubeless. I am having trouble on deciding between the Maxxis Forekaster 2.35 or the Ardents 2.4. I have the 2.4 Ardent on the front of my Yeti SB5 and Intense Primer. I have a buddy that runs the Forkaster front & rear on his Primer raves about them. 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