Greg Minnaar's signature tire, the Maxxis Assegai, delivers tenacious, predictable grip across the entire tread profile no matter the lean angle. Run it front and rear for a surefooted feel, or up front paired with a faster rolling rear tire. These Assegai models use the new generation MaxxTerra compound, an all-new rubber formula that Maxxis says delivers 30% more durability and 15% more traction with no loss in rolling efficiency. Available in EXO or EXO+ casing for 27.5" and 29" wheels.
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Features:
- Greg Minnaar signature tread pattern for consistent grip at any lean angle
- New generation MaxxTerra compound: 30% more durability and 15% more traction with no loss in rolling efficiency, best for mixed conditions
- EXO Casing: 60 TPI with cut and abrasion resistant sidewall protection for general trail use
- EXO+ Casing: adds a butyl insert at the bead for heavy duty trail use
- 2.50" sizes are optimized for rims with a 30 to 35mm internal width
- Tubeless Ready on all configurations
- Recommended for front installation, or front and rear
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Specifications:
| SIZE | 27.5x2.50, 29x2.50, 29x2.60 |
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| ETRTO | 63-584 (27.5x2.50), 63-622 (29x2.50), 66-622 (29x2.60) |
| TPI | 60 |
| BEAD | Foldable |
| COMPOUND | MaxxTerra (new generation) |
| CASING OPTIONS | EXO, EXO+ |
| MAX PSI | 50 (2.50), 40 (2.60) |
| WEIGHT | 27.5x2.50 EXO+: 1,150g 29x2.50 EXO: 1,162g 29x2.50 EXO+: 1,220g 29x2.60 EXO+: 1,271g |
| TUBELESS READY | Yes |
| RECOMMENDED USE | All trail, enduro and downhill conditions |
| CATEGORY | Trail, Enduro, Downhill |
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Our thoughts:
The Assegai has been the benchmark front tire for years, and MaxxTerra has always been the sweet spot compound for riders who want real grip without wearing through a MaxxGrip tire in a few weeks. The new generation MaxxTerra makes that trade-off even easier, with more traction and noticeably longer life. For most trail and enduro riders, an EXO+ Assegai in this compound is about as close to a do-it-all front tire as it gets.