Michelin DH Mud

This tire is purpose-built for soft, muddy, and loose conditions where deep penetration is required. Using it on hard-packed trails or dry rock will result in excessive wear and a vague, squirmy ride feel due to the tall, aggressive tread blocks.

The tread blocks are designed with specific markers that allow you to safely trim them with a tire cutter. This lets you customize the tread height or shape to better suit specific soil conditions or to reduce rolling resistance if the mud is slightly tacky rather than deep.

The wire bead is stiffer and heavier than a folding bead, which makes the tire more robust but slightly more challenging to mount. You will need a good set of tire levers and some patience, but the wire bead provides a very secure fit on the rim, which is critical for high-speed downhill riding.

Yes, the Magi-X DH compound is specifically engineered for maximum grip in technical, wet environments. It is a soft, high-traction rubber that conforms well to slippery surfaces, though it will wear down faster than a harder compound tire.

At 1250g, this is a heavy-duty tire designed for protection rather than weight savings. The Downhill Shield casing is built to withstand high-impact hits and resist punctures on aggressive, rocky terrain, which is a necessary trade-off for the durability required in downhill racing.