Zipp delivers high-quality, hard-wearing bar tape that's made to go the distance in all conditions, especially in cyclocross. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy its benefits on your road bike, however. Embossed with Service Course CX, Zipp created high-quality handlebar tape that pairs nicely with your bike. Offering excellent cushioning and superior grip with a cross-hatch pattern, the Service Course CX makes a nice addition to any bike. The package contains two 1.9m rolls with oval “Z” bar-end plugs. Weighing 103 grams for the two rolls, it's strength-to-weight ratio is to be admired and tried.
Zipp delivers high-quality, hard-wearing bar tape that's made to go the distance in all conditions, especially in cyclocross. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy its benefits on your road bike, however. Embossed with Service Course CX, Zipp created high-quality handlebar tape that pairs nicely with your bike. Offering excellent cushioning and superior grip with a cross-hatch pattern, the Service Course CX makes a nice addition to any bike. The package contains two 1.9m rolls with oval “Z” bar-end plugs. Weighing 103 grams for the two rolls, it's strength-to-weight ratio is to be admired and tried.
Zipp delivers high-quality, hard-wearing bar tape that's made to go the distance in all conditions, especially in cyclocross. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy its benefits on your road bike, however. Embossed with Service Course CX, Zipp created high-quality handlebar tape that pairs nicely with your bike. Offering excellent cushioning and superior grip with a cross-hatch pattern, the Service Course CX makes a nice addition to any bike. The package contains two 1.9m rolls with oval “Z” bar-end plugs. Weighing 103 grams for the two rolls, it's strength-to-weight ratio is to be admired and tried.
Zipp delivers high-quality, hard-wearing bar tape that's made to go the distance in all conditions, especially in cyclocross. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy its benefits on your road bike, however. Embossed with Service Course CX, Zipp created high-quality handlebar tape that pairs nicely with your bike. Offering excellent cushioning and superior grip with a cross-hatch pattern, the Service Course CX makes a nice addition to any bike. The package contains two 1.9m rolls with oval “Z” bar-end plugs. Weighing 103 grams for the two rolls, it's strength-to-weight ratio is to be admired and tried.
Last updated at 07/24/2024 16:56:26
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 ebay.com
Good old reliable Maxxis Ardents. Sure there are faster tyres and some with more grip but these are just good all round for the riding I do. Hard pack , some loose over hard and sometimes sandy when it's really dry. Ikons are fast but just get too loose on the turns and the ardent race are fast but just too narrow, the Ardents are good volume in the 29x2.25s. Avoid long rides on bitumen as they wear fast and are slow, but thats not what they were designed for, get a slick or semi slick for that.
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Style | Minion |
| Length | 11 inches |
| Shape | Round |
| Outer Material | Rubber |
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.
Good old reliable Maxxis Ardents. Sure there are faster tyres and some with more grip but these are just good all round for the riding I do. Hard pack , some loose over hard and sometimes sandy when it's really dry. Ikons are fast but just get too loose on the turns and the ardent race are fast but just too narrow, the Ardents are good volume in the 29x2.25s. Avoid long rides on bitumen as they wear fast and are slow, but thats not what they were designed for, get a slick or semi slick for that.
I have over 20 years experience in all sorts of riding, racing, and varying trail conditions, in completely different terrain in different parts of the country (Pacific Northwest, New England, Midwest, Arizona, and beyond). I've found these tires are about as good of quality you're going to get for general XC riding, and trail riding that isn't super aggressive. They wear very well, are fairly quick, and corner good. The value is excellent, and they don't easily flat.There are only three instances where I swap them out. I like the Aspen for racing (I no longer race to win, just an old masters racer who goes for fun), as they roll a little better and are a bit lighter. The Ardent doesn't perform great in really wet, or outright muddy conditions. I have also found ... MoreI have over 20 years experience in all sorts of riding, racing, and varying trail conditions, in completely different terrain in different parts of the country (Pacific Northwest, New England, Midwest, Arizona, and beyond). I've found these tires are about as good of quality you're going to get for general XC riding, and trail riding that isn't super aggressive. They wear very well, are fairly quick, and corner good. The value is excellent, and they don't easily flat.There are only three instances where I swap them out. I like the Aspen for racing (I no longer race to win, just an old masters racer who goes for fun), as they roll a little better and are a bit lighter. The Ardent doesn't perform great in really wet, or outright muddy conditions. I have also found it's not the best tire for fast cornering in fine loose over hard, like sand and pebbles over very hard dirt (think much of the desert southwest), where a Rekon may be a better tire.But for all-round XC riding if you're looking for a tire that will last a long time and perform well, it's hard to go wrong here.
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.
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.
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!
Recently purchased a new bike and it came with 2.4's. The bike I'm replacing it with has a 2.8 in the front and 2.6 rear. Definitely not a fan of the narrower tires the new bike has so went up to 2.6 in the front. It does make a difference and just don't understand this trend back to the 90's with narrow tires. I ride mostly technical, rocky, rooty New England trails and the 2.4's just don't track like wider tires. At least I found this and it's working well.
| Bike Type | Mountain Bike |
| Style | Minion |
| Length | 11 inches |
| Shape | Round |
| Outer Material | Rubber |
