For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
For aggressive trail and all-mountain riders adopting the wider is better philosophy to their rims and tires, the Maxxis Minion DHF Wide Trail 3C/EXO/TR 29in Tire provides unparalleled cornering grip and precise control without adding excessive low rolling resistance on long climbs. It's equally adept as a front or rear tire, seeing it's using a 3C Maxx Terra compound that's softer and more grippy than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet offers better treadwear and less rolling resistance than the ultra-soft and tacky 3C MaxxGrip. Not only that, but EXO sidewall protection gives it robust reinforcement from slits and punctures as you smash into sharp rocks at high speeds. Seeing it uses the newest Wide Trail casing from Maxxis, this particular version of the Minion DHF is suited for those riders using wider rims with an internal width of 30 to 35 millimeters. This Wide Trail Casing pairs with the wider internal width of modern mountain bike rims, which are seemingly getting wider every year, seeing the numerous benefits in tire support and traction afforded by a wider set of hoops. By pairing this 2. 5-inch tire with a 30 to 35-millimeter wide rim, you'll find it lays down a proper footprint on the trail and doesn't squirm while cornering hard, even when you're running it at a lower pressure to gain benefits in traction and compliance.
Last updated at 05/13/2026 18:19:02
Maxxis Minion DHF - Mountain Bike Tire, Tubeless Ready
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Tire Maxxis Minion DHF Front Kevlar 29x2.50/3C EXO T.R. - Black 29"x2.50"
Delivery $216
Maxxis Minion DHF - 29 x 2.50 3C Terra EXO TR Folding 60TPI E-25
Delivery between 19–27 May $12
Maxxis Minion Dhf 29 X 2.50 3C Maxxterra E25 TR - 29 INCH (622)
Maxxis Minion DHF Tubeless Folding 29" Tyre 2.5"
Delivery between Fri – Wed $9.90
MAXXIS Minion DHF 29 X 2.50 WT EXO+ 3C MT TR
Delivery between Sat – Wed $10.45
MAXXIS Minion DHF 29 X 2.50 WT 3C TERRA EXO TR FOLD 60TPI
Delivery between 18–21 May $10
Maxxis Minion DHF Bike Tire - 29" / Black
Delivery between 20–23 May $19.99
Maxxis Minion Dhf 29 X 2.50 Wt 3c Terra Exo Tr Fold 60tpi
Delivery $10
Maxxis Minion DHF Folding MTB Tyre 3C EXO TR 29 x 2.50
Delivery between 19–21 May $9.90
originally posted on evogear.com
Did a lot of research on these Minion DHF vs DHR's and it came down to basically ones personal preference. I chose these tires for the durability, gripping capability especial for downhill sharp turns and technical trails. Great rollover on rocks and great tractions on those steep climbs.Plus I love the overall look of the tan wall...put them on my Cannondale Habit (29r) and have just been having a blast on the trails with confidence. Maxxis has not let me down! Thanks EVO for your help in choosing the right tires for my liking.-Roger
originally posted on REI
I'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by ... MoreI'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by the width of its carcass. The carcass of this nominally 2.5" width tire measures 2.3" on a my 30mm inner width rim.
originally posted on jensonusa.com
Bought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is ... MoreBought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is that it doesn't measure out to a true 2.8. On my 34 ID rims they measure out to only about 2.6 but after some reading the undersize tires seems to be common across most maxxis tires.
| Tyre Type | Clincher |
| Bead Type | Folding |
| Compound | 3C Maxx Grip or 3C Maxx Terra |
| Casing | Single ply casing |
| Tubeless Compatible | Yes |
Maxxis Minion DHF - Mountain Bike Tire, Tubeless Ready
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Tire Maxxis Minion DHF Front Kevlar 29x2.50/3C EXO T.R. - Black 29"x2.50"
Delivery $216
Maxxis Minion DHF - 29 x 2.50 3C Terra EXO TR Folding 60TPI E-25
Delivery between 19–27 May $12
Maxxis Minion Dhf 29 X 2.50 3C Maxxterra E25 TR - 29 INCH (622)
Maxxis Minion DHF Tubeless Folding 29" Tyre 2.5"
Delivery between Fri – Wed $9.90
Did a lot of research on these Minion DHF vs DHR's and it came down to basically ones personal preference. I chose these tires for the durability, gripping capability especial for downhill sharp turns and technical trails. Great rollover on rocks and great tractions on those steep climbs.Plus I love the overall look of the tan wall...put them on my Cannondale Habit (29r) and have just been having a blast on the trails with confidence. Maxxis has not let me down! Thanks EVO for your help in choosing the right tires for my liking.-Roger
I'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by ... MoreI'm a trail/XC rider and always opted for lighter faster rolling tires with their smaller closely spaced knobs, which have been good riding in damp woods. However, I've been riding a lot of very dry 'loose over hard' lately and losing the front end so figured I'd get something much more aggressive with big widely spaced knobs, like the well respected Minion DHF. It definitely does dig in better, and I don't notice the weight or increased rolling resistance in any consequential way. When I go back to riding in damp woods with slippery rocks, roots and moist soil, I'll very likely go back to my previous tires, but for what I'm doing now, these are better than I expected. BTW, Maxxis measures tire width across the knobs. Bike tire pneumatic performance is determined by the width of its carcass. The carcass of this nominally 2.5" width tire measures 2.3" on a my 30mm inner width rim.
Bought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is ... MoreBought this to go on the front of my Surly Karate Monkey. The 27.5x3.0 dirt wizards are pretty aggressive, heavy, and have a lot of rolling resistance. I've only found one trail where I thought they preformed well and it was a sloppy day. Went with the 2.8 dhf to reduce weight and rolling resistance without sacrificing grip up front and wow was I impressed. I was railing turn much faster and more leaned over than ever before. The dirt wizards didn't have much in the way of transition knobs giving them a vague feel when leaning in the corner which didn't inspire much confidence. Out back I paired it with the 2.8 rekon. I am very happy with the combo on a trail hardtail. Highly recommend this combo for its mix of grip and low rolling resistance. My only complaint is that it doesn't measure out to a true 2.8. On my 34 ID rims they measure out to only about 2.6 but after some reading the undersize tires seems to be common across most maxxis tires.
I actually do not like the DHF for a front tire since installing it the beginning of 2021 riding season.I remember reading that in order to really gain the benefits of this tire is leaning the bike far enough to engage the outside row of knobbies. Maybe I do not lean enough; but I find the front tire slipping when cornering in any kind of dusty terrain and ended up on the ground twice last year because the tire slipped out. I am considering an Assegai or Reckon or Aspen so eliminate that gap between the knob rows.I welcome feedback because I am fully aware that half the world loves this tire. I am 5' 10", 205 pounds (but not fat), run 25-26 psi in the front and 26-28 psi on the rear DHR II tire. Tires are 2.75 x 2.4. The trails I ride are fast, smooth, hardpack ... MoreI actually do not like the DHF for a front tire since installing it the beginning of 2021 riding season.I remember reading that in order to really gain the benefits of this tire is leaning the bike far enough to engage the outside row of knobbies. Maybe I do not lean enough; but I find the front tire slipping when cornering in any kind of dusty terrain and ended up on the ground twice last year because the tire slipped out. I am considering an Assegai or Reckon or Aspen so eliminate that gap between the knob rows.I welcome feedback because I am fully aware that half the world loves this tire. I am 5' 10", 205 pounds (but not fat), run 25-26 psi in the front and 26-28 psi on the rear DHR II tire. Tires are 2.75 x 2.4. The trails I ride are fast, smooth, hardpack generally, with a little dust.
The grip of the DHF is undisputed, so I'm not even going to address that here.If you're ordering the 29 x 2.5 dual compound tire, know that while the tire is foldable, the casing is the DH casing, which means it is HEAVY. Two 60 TPI plies. That fact is not clear on EVO's webpage at all, but that is not unique to EVO. I've seen other sellers doing the same.I have it mounted on a 29mm inner width rim and at it's widest, it measures out as a 2.5 from knob to knob. The carcass measures around 58mm at a normal riding pressure. You can get the carcass to measure 63mm by pumping it up to the max pressure of 50 psi. It might stretch out a bit if you leave it there for 48 hours. Based on my (somewhat limited) experience with Maxxis, narrower than advertised is fairly ... MoreThe grip of the DHF is undisputed, so I'm not even going to address that here.If you're ordering the 29 x 2.5 dual compound tire, know that while the tire is foldable, the casing is the DH casing, which means it is HEAVY. Two 60 TPI plies. That fact is not clear on EVO's webpage at all, but that is not unique to EVO. I've seen other sellers doing the same.I have it mounted on a 29mm inner width rim and at it's widest, it measures out as a 2.5 from knob to knob. The carcass measures around 58mm at a normal riding pressure. You can get the carcass to measure 63mm by pumping it up to the max pressure of 50 psi. It might stretch out a bit if you leave it there for 48 hours. Based on my (somewhat limited) experience with Maxxis, narrower than advertised is fairly typical for them.At any rate, being dual compound with a DH casing, this is a tire that I'll be living with for quite a while. One of the pros is that it is nearly indestructible, so I can feel free to slam into most anything.The DHF is one of those tires that comes in so many configurations that most anyone can find one that will put them in their happy place. Just know what you're ordering.
This tire is really great. I live in an area with sharp rocks, these evil rocks protrude into the trail and slash and tear the sidewalls of every tire except Maxxis. For some reason Maxxis tires like the minion are impenetrable by these sharp doom rocks. I recommend Maxxis because I don't like walking back to the car. Also it does the whole tubeless thing really well.
In an effort to give the most honest review of these tires that I can it would probably be best to rundown the events leading to the installation of these Maxxis Minion DHF tires. The bike originally came equipped with WTB Trail Boss 29 x 2.6 tires which were incredibly heavy and I found that I had an incredibly difficult time riding the bike. I tend to lean towards narrower tires. I purchased a set of CST Jack Rabbit 29 x 2.1 tires which immediately brought the bike to life and suited my riding style very well. We purchased these Maxxis Minion DHF tires for another bike and that is how I inherited them. With that said I installed the Maxxis tires on my bike and in my opinion it was a step backwards. These tires for me fall somewhere in between the WTB’s and CST’s. ... MoreIn an effort to give the most honest review of these tires that I can it would probably be best to rundown the events leading to the installation of these Maxxis Minion DHF tires. The bike originally came equipped with WTB Trail Boss 29 x 2.6 tires which were incredibly heavy and I found that I had an incredibly difficult time riding the bike. I tend to lean towards narrower tires. I purchased a set of CST Jack Rabbit 29 x 2.1 tires which immediately brought the bike to life and suited my riding style very well. We purchased these Maxxis Minion DHF tires for another bike and that is how I inherited them. With that said I installed the Maxxis tires on my bike and in my opinion it was a step backwards. These tires for me fall somewhere in between the WTB’s and CST’s. They do have a lot of grip, maybe too much for me. I also felt every single thing on the trail and these tires reacted to it which for me made for an unstable ride. Although these are good tires and somewhat pricey I gave them 3 stars because the bottom line is the quality of the ride right? These tires may very well be what the doctor ordered for other riders. If they were the only tires I had I would continue to use them. However given the choice the CST’s are the better option for me. I’ll keep the Maxxis Minions for spares.
The Maxxis Minion DHF is a great tire. I have had this tire on by bike front and rear for a couple of months now and they look great. I ride a lot of down hill and these tires have never folded under pressure or lost grip. For example, this tire has been jumped into a rock garden then immediately into a corner and I felt in control the whole time. I would recommend getting a little faster rolling tire in the rear, but this tire is a great all around tire. Overall this tire has never failed me and will let me corner fast with ease. Great tire Maxxis.
With so many tyres available I knew I wanted a Maxxis , but which one ? Having had Ikon on during the summer now I needed more grip ! Rear already had DHR 2.40 so was looking for something similar.A review I saw really helped that said about the 2.50 being made was still not as wide as some other brands due to the casing or the way they make it (🤷♂️) so it would fit no problem and sure enough no issue. Easy to seat on the wheel too.Cheapest I could find on the internet with delivery!
I gave this tire 5 stars because it's better than 4. I'd actually give it 4.5 if that was available. I do love this tire and it's saved my bacon on more than 1 ocassion from front wheel slide outs. The only possible negative on the tire is the tread gap between the outermost knobs and the closest set of inner knobs. There's a little slip point if you don't lean the bike just so. You'll adjust to it but it'll take a few rides.
| Tyre Type | Clincher |
| Bead Type | Folding |
| Compound | 3C Maxx Grip or 3C Maxx Terra |
| Casing | Single ply casing |
| Tubeless Compatible | Yes |
