Recently put the Recon Race on my hardtail for some tar and XC. Its fast on the tar and grippy enough on the dirt for a rear - particularly with the larger side knobs. I haven't ridden in the wet yet (which will probably be interesting) but when you're slogging it out on the tar section to sneak off for some stealth exercise during lockdown this thing rocks!

My tubed tyre developed a leak after the first 6 rides, so i emailed the mtb team, asking for advice regarding changing to tubeless. I got a response the very next day, and after advising my bike year and model, they recommended tyres, tape, valves and stans. These were delivered promptly, installed by myself, and are working perfectly. No more punctured tyres. Thanks to MTB direct for their advice, prompt service, and quality product!

I purchased a set of Skinwall 29x2.35 Rekons, my first ever Maxxis tyres for my XC bike after being a faithful Schwalbe Racing Ralph guy for over a decade.
I've been riding them now for about 5 months and all I can say is that these are awesome tyres and I can highly recommend them! The grip level on the 2.35s is unreal, and the strength of sidewalls hold up well when hitting berms hard, I can hardly notice any tyre squirm at all, certainly less than the old Racing Ralphs.
Wear is going well too, lasting longer than expected.
Great tyres