The pattern on Nobby Nic is made for all disciplines within mountain biking. It can be used for the fast cross-country and enduro-oriented rider. The knobs are relatively rough and provide a really good grip - even when it's very muddy. In dry and sandy conditions, the distance between the studs benefits you, as they provide a good grip and have less tendency to slip. On the side of the tire, the knobs are at two different heights, which ensure the grip when the bike is put all the way down in the curves. The large knobs and good grip come at the expense of a slightly higher rolling resistance. This is due to both the extra weight in the large knobs and the distance between them. It is made in the Performance Addix rubber compound, which rolls easily, but still offers a good grip on the surface. The knobs on the tire have larger gaps to better release the mud that could otherwise get packed in the tire and make it heavier.