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Maxxis launches new all-rounder and wide Plus range

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 30.08.2016

Maxxis launches new all-rounder and wide Plus rangePhoto: Florentin Vesenbeckh
Maxxis launches new all-rounder and wide Plus range
Maxxis is building on robust plus tyres in 2017 and is launching the Forekaster, a new all-rounder designed to impress in trail and all-mountain use.

With the Forekaster, Maxxis wants to appeal to the broad mass of bikers: As an all-rounder for trail and touring use or in wet cross-country conditions, the lightweight tyre is intended to show off its strengths. The tyre manufacturer is also responding to the call for robust and stable plus tyres for rough terrain - Highroller II, Minion and Rekon will also be available in extra width. Maxxis is focussing on 27.5x2.8 inch tyres. However, there will be no models for 29+ tyres in Europe.

The new Maxxis Forekaster serves trail and touring riders who are looking for an all-rounder for almost all conditions. 605 to 735 grams, 2.2 and 2.35 inch width, available for 27.5 and 29 inch tyres.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh The new Maxxis Forekaster serves trail and touring riders who are looking for an all-rounder for almost all conditions. 605 to 735 grams, 2.2 and 2.35 inch width, available for 27.5 and 29 inch tyres.
In the plus range, Maxxis delivers massive trail tyres for rough terrain. First and foremost is the Highroller II in 2.8 width. Weight: 980 grams.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh In the plus range, Maxxis delivers massive trail tyres for rough terrain. First and foremost is the Highroller II in 2.8 width. Weight: 980 grams. The popular enduro tyre Maxxis Minion DHR II also comes in 2.8 inch. With 3C MaxxTerra rubber compound, the tyre weighs 980 grams. There will not be a completely sticky MaxxGrip version of the new plus tyres.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh The popular enduro tyre Maxxis Minion DHR II also comes in 2.8 inch. With 3C MaxxTerra rubber compound, the tyre weighs 980 grams. There will not be a completely sticky MaxxGrip version of the new plus tyres. The front wheel counterpart, the Maxxis Minion DHF, also comes in 27.5x2.8. The 29x3.0 version will not be available in Europe for the time being.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh The front wheel counterpart, the Maxxis Minion DHF, also comes in 27.5x2.8. The 29x3.0 version will not be available in Europe for the time being. The Maxxis Rekon+ in 2.8 inch width is still designed for aggressive trail rides, but at 780 grams it also appeals to less downhill-orientated bikers.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh The Maxxis Rekon+ in 2.8 inch width is still designed for aggressive trail rides, but at 780 grams it also appeals to less downhill-orientated bikers. The Maxxis Crossmark II has been revised and is said to have better self-cleaning properties and less rolling resistance. The range of use starts with cross-country, but it also cuts a fine figure on the rear wheel for tougher trail use.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh The Maxxis Crossmark II has been revised and is said to have better self-cleaning properties and less rolling resistance. The range of use starts with cross-country, but it also cuts a fine figure on the rear wheel for tougher trail use. Eye-catcher: The Maxxis models Ardent, Minion DHF, Ikon, DTH and Grifter are now also available in the Exo version with the popular beige Skinnwall sidewall.Photo: Florentin Vesenbeckh Eye-catcher: The Maxxis models Ardent, Minion DHF, Ikon, DTH and Grifter are now also available in the Exo version with the popular beige Skinnwall sidewall.
Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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