Maxxis Minion DHR II
Best rear tire for aggressive trail and downhill riders.
This is the gold standard for smaller mountain bikes that refuse to compromise on aggressive trail performance. By shrinking down the legendary tread pattern, you get serious cornering bite and braking control, though you’ll sacrifice a bit of rolling speed for that unrelenting, confidence-inspiring grip on technical terrain.
$35.00
Who it's for
- Aggressive riders tackling steep and technical gravity-fed trails.
- Mountain bikers seeking confidence and predictability during aggressive cornering maneuvers.
- Trail riders wanting a dependable all-rounder for varied terrain types.
Who should skip it
- Cross-country enthusiasts prioritizing speed and efficiency over downhill traction.
- Weight-conscious climbers looking to keep their bike builds as light as possible.
- Budget-minded cyclists who prefer long-lasting tires over maximum grip performance.
Performance breakdown
Cornering Stability
Widened side knobs lock into loose dirt for confident, predictable turns.
Braking Traction
Paddle-like center knobs bite hard to scrub speed on steep descents.
Acceleration Efficiency
Ramped center tread minimizes drag for quicker bursts of speed.
Durability
Robust 60 TPI casing withstands the abuse of aggressive trail riding.
Transition Smoothness
Integrated sipes eliminate twitchiness when leaning the bike into corners.
Setup Convenience
Wire bead clincher design requires tubes, limiting modern tubeless conversion options.
Key Specs
Tire Diameter
20 inches
Size
20 x 2.30 inches
Tire Type
Clincher
Bead Type
Wire
Casing
60 TPI
Intended Use
Mountain
Tread Pattern
Knobby
Tubeless Ready
No
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