Width. Aside from the DD on the casing, there’s nothing to tell you there’s anything different about these tyres. Maxxis’ Double Down casing sits between their EXO and Downhill casings, offering more puncture protection and a stiffer sidewall than an EXO casing with around a 100-gram weight penalty for an equivalent EXO tyre in the same width. The assegai I run in the front weighs around 1400 grams, and the wild enduro supposedly is around 1000 grams. Free Member. My local trails aren’t very rocky, and here in the PNW we have few poky things to puncture tires, like goat heads. You may also notice that I often complain about lightweight EXO tyre casings on long travel enduro bikes, preferring the extra weight and security of a Double Down casing. Double Down uses two 120 tpi casing layers, and typically comes with a 200 gram weight penalty, but EXO+ will only add 75 extra grams while still providing extra flat protection thanks to … Maxxis is going to be increasing their tire range this year, they'll be offering many more tire combinations in EXO, EXO +, and DD. 120TPI Maxxis Assegai 3c grip DD 1305g. All Types. The 60TPI (DH) is a single layer, heavier and seemingly most puncture resistant tire. Only downside is that mounting them, new, is a bear. of weight savings on the wheel. The Maxxis Assegai 29 Double Down Tire has tall knobs that work well in dusty and loamy conditions as well as on wet roots and rocks. The wire-bead, Downhill-casing tires are roughly 200 g heavier per tire than their DoubleDown counterparts, while the Downhill-casing options with folding Kevlar beads gain about ~100 g per tire vs DD casings. A single-ply casing conforms well to the terrain and is lighter weight. I've used it for maybe 5-6 rides. 60TPI Maxxis Assegai 3c grip DH 1334g. A butyl insert sits above the bead within the two ply casing. Onzadog. This is the part that locks into the rim when inflated. This year, Maxxis has developed a brand new casing option called EXO+ with a toughness and weight halfway between thicker Double Down models and thinner, standard EXO versions. The DHR II already delivered class-leading grip and a super-planted cornering sensation. Greg Minaar is the winningest World Cup downhill racer in history, so it stands to reason that he knows a thing or two about tires. Another option would be to pop the EXO onto the front wheel and see if it works out for you up there. Option. Aspect Ratio. I'm able to run 3-4 psi less in the rear with the DD v. the EXO casing without pinching (tubeless) or damaging the rim. Maxxis Double Down technology is the next step in the evolution of our Mountain Bike tyres. The Assegai is a burly tire made for both front and rear use. It's not so bad once they've been ridden and stretched to remove and reinstall. Schwalbe’s new downhill casing doesn’t seem to get impressed easily, still standing strong after enduring countless messed-up lines through rough rock gardens with low tire pressures. This offers extra strength where the bead meets the tyre for extra stiffness where it’s needed most as well as reducing the chances of burping. while the 120TPI (DD) is 2 120TPI layers, 30 grams less but technically not rated as durable. Maxxis’s Downhill-casing tires are another substantial step-up over Double Down casings in terms of cut resistance and durability, though the jump is somewhat less pronounced than that between Exo+ and Double Down. DUAL-PLY CASING Two layers of casing material are used from bead-to-bead, providing additional protection and sidewall stiffness for enduro and downhill … What’s The Difference Between Maxxis Minion DHF and DHR II? You’ll find a breakdown of the different DD casing is 120tpi vs. 60tpi for a wire bead Maxxis DH casing. The Assegai is a new downhill tire from Maxxis designed with input from South African DH legend, Greg Minaar. A Double Down in the longer wearing Maxx Terra would be good for rear tire use where the EXO+ casing isn't enough. Super downhill. Supergravity for shwarble,, double down for maxxis or tough casing in wtb. Maxxis recently announced a new casing which they are calling EXO+. While this does add a bit of weight, clocking in at just over 1000 grams, Double Down makes up for that with increased durability to weather the miles. Maxxis are probably the biggest name in MTB tyres right now with the majority of my test bikes coming with a set of Maxxis Minions fitted in some form or another. Viewing 11 posts - 1 through 11 (of 11 total) Maxxis tyres, Exo vs Double Down. I've run EXO front forever, w/o issue, all kinds of terrain. Having ridden both EXO and Double Down casings extensively, we felt that Maxxis’ decision to utilize existing tire technologies in combination to create a new mid-weight tire was a great call. The extremely popular EXO casing can be found on everything from cross-country race bikes to enduro sleds. By comparison, a Doubledown tire will typically weigh around 200 - 250 grams more than a typical single-ply tire with EXO protection. The EXO, EXO+ and DoubleDown casings are particularly interesting for Trail and Enduro riders, but even the heavier and more stable downhill carcass may be a viable option for use on the rear wheel. In a 27.5″ size, the Aggressor weighs … CASING. The Downhill casing from Maxxis is the ultimate in protection for aggressive enduro and downhill riding. Right now I’m running assegai maxx grip DD casing front, and a dh casing dhr2 maxx grip rear. My preference being wtb as they are or rather were cheap. Including lazy. While technically not a Tubeless Readybead, because the wire inside is quite stiff they are actually very easy to make tubeless. Maxxis' Double Down dual-ply casing construction provides slightly heavier, downhill-inspired protection than EXO and boasts a TPI of 120 compared to the EXO's 60. Double Down: Aimed at Enduro riders, the Double Down falls in between the EXO and Downhill casing, offering more puncture protection. Hey everyone, looking to try something different after I wear out my Maxxis tires. The Aggressor is of a few select treads in the Maxxis range that you can get in their new Double Down (DD for short) casing. With Chasing Epic, we run mountain bike trips to some pretty desolate and rugged locations: places like Moab, Sedona, Fruita, and St. George. This article is here to help you better understand all of the available mountain bike tires available from Maxxis. If it's not you, either, then Dr. Maxxis is prescribing 27.5in of the Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/Double Down/TR Tire. Double Down is a dual ply casing designed specifically for enduro tyres. If I’m traveling to somewhere rockier, I’m much more inclined to run Maxxis Double Down or similar casings, but around here, Maxxis Exo casings get the job done for puncture and sidewall protection. Bicycle Wheel Size 0 16 20 24 26 27.5 28 29 650 700. Here is what Maxxis has to say about the DoubleDown casing: "DoubleDown (DD) is the next step in the evolution of the dual-ply tire casing for enduro racing. But I'm old, and slow, and all that stuff. The DH was tough as nails but heavy and slow; I prefer the DD. Double Down tyres are 15% lighter than the equivalent Downhill tyre. Our preferred casing for a place like Squamish, BC is generally Double Down as we find the more supportive sidewall provides better control, and the two-ply construction gives us peace of mind that regardless of sharp rocks we won’t be left stranded. Wire bead DH casings (not WT): SC 1285g; 3C MaxxGrip = 1315g: Super Tacky = 1280g. Downhill. Make. In direct comparison with MAXXIS Double Down or Kendas AGC, the Super Gravity casing is slightly stiffer and provides less internal damping. In direct comparison with MAXXIS Double Down or Kendas AGC, the Super Gravity casing is slightly stiffer and provides less internal damping. Schwalbe’s new downhill casing doesn’t seem to get impressed easily, still standing strong after enduring countless messed-up lines through rough rock gardens with low tire pressures. Basierend auf Rückmeldungen von Maxxis‘ World Cup DH- und EWS-Gewinnern bietet der neue Shorty ein überarbeitetes und besseres Profildesign. With a significant amount of time on Maxxis products, we were keen to see how EXO+ would compare to both EXO and Double Down. For the showroom floor / parking lot test, the EXO casing shows the bike in the best light. According to Maxxis the 120TPI should be more compliant to terrain tho. Rim. The different versions of bead that Maxxis make are: 1. With a significant amount of time on Maxxis products, we were keen to see how EXO+ would compare to both EXO and Double Down. Yeah, I wouldn’t. All this paper thin stuff is crap though. Our preferred casing for a place like Squamish, BC is generally Double Down as we find the more supportive sidewall provides better control, and the two-ply construction gives us peace of mind that regardless of sharp rocks we won’t be left stranded. MAXXIS ASSEGAI 29 DOUBLE DOWN TIRE KICK EM IN THE ASSEGAI An assegai is an irontipped spear used by the Zulu people in South Africa. Folding Bead TR DH Casing 3C Maxx Grip = 1190g. So not 100% the same, but should be comparable in terms of durability but lighter. I'm hoping that's the case. Model. So what are Maxxis doing about it? Wire Bead – This is the cheapest and heaviest, but also the most robust. Most bikes are sold with EXO casing, as this is the lightest all mountain casing they have, and the fastest rolling. Falling squarely between Maxxis' current EXO (tested) and beefy Double Down casings, this new option will add another layer of protection to the sidewall compared to the EXO model reviewed here for improved puncture and sidewall tear resistance. Our first new feature from Maxxis is the new 2 ply casing named the Double Down. I could be wrong, but maxxis … I rode the 29×2.5″, Wide Trail, Maxxis Assegai with a hulking 1,305g Double Down casing, and 3C MaxGrip compound. The Downhill casing from Maxxis is the ultimate in protection for aggressive enduro and downhill riding. Current price: $64.99. … 5 5 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews 5 3. I wouldn't put a DD on the front unless I was doing a DH race on a trail bike. Double Down Casing For Enduro. All Types Road Hybrid Gravel/Cross Mountain BMX/Trials Tubes. MAXXIS stellt eine rundum erneuerte Version des SHORTY Mid-Spike-Reifens vor, welcher als Trail-, Enduro- oder Downhill- Spezialist erhältlich ist. Tire Pressure & Ride (3) I’m interested in the Michelin’s because of their weight. For a large majority of the 2017 season, we've been running Maxxis EXO-grade tires on our demo bikes, and for the most part we've had pretty good luck, averaging 3-4 flat tires per trip (among 10-12 riders) to these destinations. Maxxis' Double Down dual-ply casing construction provides downhill-inspired protection that EXO just doesn't manage to tackle. Steve has logged plenty of hours on A LOT of different tires and decided to share his input on the Double Down casing found on a variety of different Maxxis tires. Let's dive into it! With Chasing Epic, we run mountain bike trips to some pretty desolate and rugged locations: places like Moab, Sedona, Fruita, and St. George. With double down there is still a double casing, but the weave is now 120 TPI. As you can probably guess, most of the time our bikes take a beating - we go through derailleur hangers and tires like nobody's business. We wanted the ease of install that folding beads offer for tubeless setups, and we were optimistic that we could benefit from 220 grams (.5 lbs.) Double Down. Downhill. SINGLE-PLY CASING One layer of nylon wrapped from bead-to-bead. There is only 29 grams difference between the DD and the DH carcass, but the 120tpi casing has a more forgiving and comfortable ride in rough terrain. Vittoria Barzo G2.0 4C XC Trail Tire - 29in. This mid-weight casing is tougher than their excellent EXO tyres, but not so heavy as a full blown downhill casing. Original price: $69.99 Sale 7% Off. If you really want a heavy front DHF 29, Seth, I have one w/ DH casing. It comes with a slight weight penalty, but boasts a … I also replaced the worn DHF EXO with a DHF EXO+.) Maxxis Minion DHR 27.5 x 2.5 WT 3C Tubeless Ready DoubleDown Earlier this year, two of our riders on The Gravity Crew started testing DoubleDown casings on our DH bikes for the front tire. EXO+ is the latest casing in MAXXIS’ portfolio and promises to close the massive gap between the EXO and DoubleDown versions. (For reference, I ride at a decent pace over chunky terrain and just replaced a worn DHR II with DH casing with a DHR II DD. The tread was originally designed for downhill racing, but the tire is now available in four casing configurations optimized for trail to DH riding. Heres my thoughts on the Assegai in the maxx grip DH casing. 2. Double Down. Normally their DH casings have a 60 TPI (weave) engaged in the double casing. It is a fitting name for a tire that is ready to battle the trails.
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