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Maxxis Assegai Tyre

Maxxis Assegai Tyre

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Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
29 Inch
Yes
2.6 Inch
Double Down WT
3C Maxx Grip

Regular price $109.95
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Folding
Heavy Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
2 Ply DH WT
3C Maxx Grip

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Heavy Duty Protection
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Soft
29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
2 Ply DH WT
3C Maxx Grip

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Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
Double Down WT
3C Maxx Grip

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Folding
Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
Double Down WT
3C Maxx Grip

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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Soft
29 Inch
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EXO WT
3C Maxx Terra

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Light Duty Protection
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29 Inch
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2.6 Inch
EXO WT
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Medium Duty Protection
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29 Inch
Yes
2.6 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Terra

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27.5 Inch
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2.5 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Grip

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29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Grip

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Folding
Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $109.95
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Folding
Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $109.95
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Folding
Medium Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.6 Inch
EXO Plus WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $114.95
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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $99.95
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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Soft
29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $99.95
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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Soft
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.6 Inch
EXO WT
3C Maxx Terra

Regular price $109.95
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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Medium
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO WT
Dual Compound

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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Medium
29 Inch
Yes
2.5 Inch
EXO WT
Dual Compound

Regular price $84.95
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Folding
Light Duty Protection
Black
Medium
27.5 Inch
Yes
2.6 Inch
EXO WT
Dual Compound

Regular price $94.95
Regular price Sale price $94.95

Description

The Maxxis Assegai — World Cup Champion Greg Minnaar's signature tyre!

While this tyre may not make you ride quite like Greg Minnaar, it's going to absolutely rip up those downhill runs with more grip than you ever thought possible.

Some of the best aspects of various tyres such as the DHF, DHR 2 and even the original High Roller have been combined to make this monster of a tyre that excels in all areas - other than fast rolling. If you are looking for that then this likely isn't the tyre for you. This is the kind of tyre that is going to do it's best to find grip anywhere!

The Assegai features tall and well supported side knobs that bite aggressively into corners and provide grip on wet rocks and roots. An extra lug/tooth has been added between the centre and side knobs to give a more consistent transition when leaning the bike over. The influence from the DHR 2 ensures that hard braking is taken care of too.

Who's this for: Riders who prioritise grip above all else, even at the expense of rolling resistance. This is a beefy tyre that will instil confidence on the steepest and roughest of terrain.

Suggested terrain: Greg made this tread pattern to be incredibly versatile and be able to tackle anything a World Cup DH course can throw at you. Therefore this tyre will excel in anything save for hardpack, where it is overkill.

Which wheel: Greg uses it front and rear for his downhill bike, however most people will find it a bit slow for the rear tyre.

WT (Wide Trail): All Assegai models use Maxxis' WT tread pattern.

Rim width: Maxxis state that WT tyres only work with 30-35mm rims but many World Cup DH racers run 2.5" WT rubber on 25mm rims (EX 471's) and can blast corners apart without any problems.

Confused about compounds and casings? Not sure what you need? Check out our Ultimate Guide to Maxxis Tyres!

Weight:

  • 27.5, DH, Maxx Grip - 1254g
  • 27.5, DD, Maxx Grip - 1225g
  • 27.5, EXO+, Maxx Terra - 1050g
  • 27.5, EXO, Maxx Terra - 1005g
  • 27.5, EXO, Dual Compound - 1090g
  • 29, DH, Maxx Grip - 1334g
  • 29, DD, Maxx Grip - 1305g
  • 29, EXO+, Maxx Terra - 1125g
  • 29, EXO, Maxx Terra - 1075g
  • 29, EXO, Dual Compound - 1220g

Pros: Insane amounts of grip and support in a wide variety of terrain.

Cons: Quite heavy. Slow rolling in smooth and hardpack trails.

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  • Allan T.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    It is a fantastic tyre. This is my second.

    It is a fantastic tyre. This is my second.

  • Gautam A.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Maxxis Assegai

    Brilliant Tyre, used it in Tasmania through Derby and Maydena. Tyre held up excellent. Plenty of grip and confidence with this tyre

  • Tom M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Sticky

    Great tyre in the dry dusty conditions. Stuck to the burms like glue

  • Kyan R.
    Verified Reviewer
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Cornering not it’s strong point

    The grip in the middle of the Assegai is superior to every other maxxis tyre but the side knobs are not it. Even with maxx grip the side knobs will grip and then slip with no indication of when it will happen. This can cause dumb crashes whilst cornering, which could have never happened with a DHF or DHR.

  • Peter W.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Amazing grip, maybe too much

    I decided on matching my new mullet setup to the tried and tested front I’ve come to trust and love.

    Particularly because of limited choices in a DH casing. It GRIPS, but can feel like a bit of an anchor too.

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