What does 3C EXO TR mean?
Triple Compound
Triple Compound – Also known as 3C, this is when the base of the knobs are a firm rubber so the knobs hold their shape better, then the side knobs are covered in a soft compound for ultimate cornering grip, and a medium compound is used over the centre tread to lower rolling resistance and improve longevity.
What does exo mean on MTB tires?
EXO PROTECTION – Exo protection is a casing option that offers additional cut and abrasion resistance to select mountain bike tires. EXO is best used with trail riding applications where riders are looking for a tire with decent puncture protection without the additional weight of a dual ply casing.
Do I need DH casing?
If you are riding a bike park or downhill trails where you are shuttling, then the DH Casing tire would probably be a better option. Although it would be a bit more weight, the stiffness of the DH Casing would ultimately offer the best protection.
What does DHR stand for Maxxis?
Depending on who you ask, DHF either stands for Downhill Front or Freeride and DHR for Downhill Rear or Race. Regardless of the naming convention, people have been running these tires both in the front and in the back of their bikes. So what’s the difference? Both tires have the same L-shaped side knob design.
What does Maxxis TPI mean?
Threads Per Inch
Threads Per Inch (TPI) The number of threads that cross through one square inch of a single ply of the tire’s casing. Lower TPI gives better puncture, cut and abrasion resistance but is heavier.
What is Maxxis EXO+ mean?
EXO+ is essentially an upgraded version of the EXO casing, with the only negatives being slight increases in weight and price. Positive features include increased puncture protection and sidewall durability, with a resistance to pinch flats by 28%.
What does XC mean in MTB?
CROSS COUNTRY
CROSS COUNTRY (XC) RIDING Cross country riders do ride on trails. These trails range from fire roads to technical singletrack.
What is a double down TYRE?
Maxxis Double Down Tires What are “Double Down” tires, you might ask? Essentially, they’re Maxxis’ downhill-grade tire, with an extra layer of protection to help save you from sidewall gashes and tire pinches: they come in 120 tpi with a folding kevlar bead and a butyl insert.
What does double down mean Maxxis?
What does DD mean on Maxxis tires?
“DoubleDown (DD) is the next step in the evolution of the dual-ply tyre casing for enduro and downhill racing. Two 120 TPI casing layers reinforced with a butyl insert provide the rider with the support and protection of a MTB tyre, but in a lighter package.”