The Complete Guide to Maxxis Mountain Bike Tires 17

What Maxxis MTB Tires are best for you? Everything you need to know about tread patterns, rubber compounds, flat protection and tire construction is broken down in our handy guide.

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8/29/2017 11:10am

Maxxis has long been the go-to tire of choice for serious mountain bikers. As the brand continues to step up their game with new sizes, tread patterns and materials, it may be overwhelming when trying to decide what tire fits your riding needs best. The information we've picked out below should answer any questions you have about Maxxis' diverse MTB tire line up, as selected from their Eurobike catalog.

Some notes: Wide Trail continues to be hot, 2.6-inch widths are available throughout the line, some DH tires are available in 29-inch diameter, and there are more skinwall options available for those looking to stylize their rides. We didn't see Minnaar's new tire listed yet and 26-inch options of popular treads are still available for you #26forlife die-hards, too.

Pricing & Availability

The price list for all Maxxis MTB tires is pretty darn massive with so many sizes, compounds and construction options. To give you a ballpark, here are some MSRP prices on the Minion DHF for trail / enduro use:

Minion DHF 26 x 2.35 M301 W60 SC - $54 (USD), $76 (CAD)
Minion DHF 27.5 x 2.50 M301RU F60 DC EXO TR WT - $66 (USD), $92 (CAD)
Minion DHF 27.5 x 2.50 M301RU F60 3CTerra EXO TR WT - $85 (USD), $119 (CAD)
Minion DHF 29 x 2.30 M301RU F120x2 3C Terra/TR/DD - $91 (USD), $127 (CAD)

The best thing you can do is visit www.maxxis.com or hit up the shop you work with to get pricing details on the tires you want.

Maxxis says everything listed in our guide below, if not available now, will be available between September and November 2017.

Maxxis MTB Tire Technologies like Wide Trail, TR (Tubeless Ready), Casing Options and TPI Counts

Maxxis MTB Flat Tire Protection Construction like Silkshield, Double Down and EXO

Maxxis MTB Rubber Compounds - 3C Triple, 3C Maxxspeed, 3C Maxxterra and 3C Maxxgrip

SINGLE

One compound throughout the tread optimized for longevity and performance.

DUAL

Two compounds used within the tread of select tires to offer lower rolling resistance and increased cornering grip.

SUPER TACKY

A special low rebound, high traction compound used in mountain tires.

3C TRIPLE COMPOUND MOUNTAIN

Maxxis 3C Triple Compound mountain technology uses a harder, longer lasting base layer and two progressively softer top layers in order to optimize traction and stability. Maxxis offers three different configurations of our 3C Triple Compound mountain technology: Maxx Speed, Maxx Terra and Maxx Grip.

3C MAXX SPEED

Used primarily in cross country and enduro tires, the two compounds in the outer layer are specially formulated to reduce rolling resistance and optimize treadwear and traction.

3C MAXX TERRA

An intermediate compound configuration used in select mountain tires. 3C Maxx Terra is softer and offers more traction than 3C Maxx Speed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than Maxx Grip.

3C MAXX GRIP

A new name for the downhill 3C compound configuration that you have come to know and trust. 3C Maxx Grip offers the ultimate in grip and slow rebound properties for unparalleled traction in downhill applications.