Maxxis 2011 Swampthing
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dnlparr
(Sep 24, 2011 at 21:20)
they are awesome tyres. went great in the poring rain downhilling today. went awesome though the mud and sick on roots as well.
Great tyre. Got a 42a compound 2.35 tyre and has easily taken 3/4 seconds off my race times. Well worth buying. Get from NextdaysTyres.com! Fast service.
Maxxis 2011 Swampthing
(MSRP $0)
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The rubber used in the Swampthing is firm enough that knobs won't fold, yet soft enough to hook up on wet rocks and roots. The rounded profile allows the Swampthing to hook up without digging into the soil.
Specifications Compare to other Tires
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| Weight | 1040-1110 g | |
| Tire Width | 2.35/2.5 | |
| Diameter | 26" | |
| Riding Genre | Downhill | |
| Bead Type | Wire/Foldable |
Bead Type - there are two main types. Kevlar/Folding Bead (lighter and ca be folded so riders can put them in their jersey pocket or hydration pack incase they rip their sidewall) and Wire/Steel Bead (heavier, cheaper, not as strong or portable, and more difficult to mount on a rim).
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| Rubber Durometer | 27/60 |
Rubber Durometer - is the measurement used by the rubber industry to identify a the harness of rubber. This is important as the tire's durometer effects the grip, how fast the tire will wear, and if the knobs on a tire flex.
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