Who it's for

  • Aggressive trail riders tackling technical and slippery descents
  • Enduro racers and bike park enthusiasts prioritizing maximum durability
  • Riders seeking confidence and stability during aggressive cornering maneuvers

Who should skip it

  • Weight-conscious riders prioritizing climbing speed over downhill protection
  • Cyclists frequently riding on smooth surfaces or firm fire roads
  • Home mechanics who prefer quick and effortless tire changes

Performance breakdown

Cornering Traction

Aggressive side lugs bite hard into loose corners with total confidence.

Excellent

Puncture Resistance

Multi-layered casing shrugs off sharp rocks and trail debris effortlessly.

Excellent

E-Bike Handling

Robust construction manages the extra torque and weight of electric motors.

Excellent

Mud Shedding

Wide lug spacing clears sticky mud quickly to maintain consistent grip.

Excellent

Compound Longevity

TriTec rubber balances soft-touch grip with impressive resistance to premature wear.

Excellent

Rolling Efficiency

Heavy-duty tread pattern prioritizes maximum grip over pure straight-line speed.

Good

Key Specs

Size

27.5 x 2.8 inches

Tire Type

Tubeless Ready

Bead Type

Folding

Compound

TriTec

Intended Use

Enduro, Trail, E-bike

E-bike Compatible

Yes

Puncture Protection

Yes

Tread Pattern

Knobby

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