{"product_id":"maxxis-assegai-tyre-29-inch-2-5-inch-yes-dual-compound-exo-wt-medium-light-duty-protection-folding-tan","title":"Maxxis Assegai Tyre - 29 Inch - 2.5 Inch - Yes - Dual Compound - EXO WT - Medium - Light Duty Protection - Folding - Tan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Maxxis Assegai — World Cup Champion Greg Minnaar's signature tyre!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome of the best aspects of various tyres such as the \u003ca href=\"\/maxxis-minion-dhf-tyre\" target=\"_self\"\u003eDHF\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/maxxis-minion-dhr-2-tyre\" target=\"_self\"\u003eDHR 2\u003c\/a\u003e and even the original \u003ca href=\"\/maxxis-highroller-2-tyre\" target=\"_self\"\u003eHigh Roller\u003c\/a\u003e 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho's this for: \u003c\/b\u003eRiders 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuggested terrain:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 \u003ci\u003eanything\u003c\/i\u003e save for hardpack, where it is overkill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich wheel:\u003c\/b\u003e Greg uses it front and rear for his downhill bike, however most people will find it a bit slow for the rear tyre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWT (Wide Trail):\u003c\/b\u003e All Assegai models use Maxxis' WT tread pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRim width: \u003c\/b\u003eMaxxis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size: 130%\"\u003eConfused about compounds and casings? Not sure what you need? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/maxxis-tyres-everything-you-need-to-know\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUltimate Guide to Maxxis Tyres\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003e27.5, DH, Maxx Grip  -  \u003cb\u003e1254g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e27.5, DD, Maxx Grip  -  \u003cb\u003e1225g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e27.5, EXO+, Maxx Terra  -  \u003cb\u003e1050g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e27.5, EXO, Maxx Terra  -  \u003cb\u003e1005g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e27.5, EXO, Dual Compound  -  \u003cb\u003e1090g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e29, DH, Maxx Grip  -  \u003cb\u003e1334g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e29, DD, Maxx Grip  -  \u003cb\u003e1305g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e29, EXO+, Maxx Terra  -  \u003cb\u003e1125g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e29, EXO, Maxx Terra  -  \u003cb\u003e1075g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003e29, EXO, Dual Compound  -  \u003cb\u003e1220g\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePros: \u003c\/b\u003eInsane amounts of grip and support in a wide variety of terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCons:\u003c\/b\u003e Quite heavy. Slow rolling in smooth and hardpack trails.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maxxis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42872032395309,"sku":"10034117","price":67.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/maxxis_assegai_tyre_29_inch_2_5_inch_yes_dual_compound_exo_wt_medium_light_duty_protection_folding_tan_1.jpg?v=1720155580","url":"https:\/\/www.mtbdirect.com.au\/products\/maxxis-assegai-tyre-29-inch-2-5-inch-yes-dual-compound-exo-wt-medium-light-duty-protection-folding-tan","provider":"MTB Direct Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}