Maxxis Forekaster Exo+ TL-Ready tyre

The new version of the Maxxis Forekaster is aimed directly at modern short-travel trail bikes (100 mm-130 mm), i.e. the ‘downcountry’ segment. Designed to be a ‘Goldilocks’ tyre, the new Forekaster (released in July 2022) rolls faster than a Minion or even the Dissector, but offers more predictable cornering, climbing and braking traction than the Aspen or Rekon .

Features

Tyre: 3C MaxxTerra (ideal for mixed conditions)
Casings: 60 TPI + EXO (general trail use)
Wide Trail (WT) dimensions are optimised for rims with an inner width of 30-35 mm
Tubeless Ready specifications are indicated with ‘TR’ in the tables below
Rolling speed: 4 / 5
Cornering control: 3 / 5
Traction braking: 2.5 / 5

Technical specifications

ETRTO: 61-622
TPI: 60
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COMPOUND: 3C MAXX GROUND
Actual weight: 1,100 kg

Technology

3C MaxxTerra
Maxxis’ 3C MaxxTerra is an intermediate triple compound configuration used across our mountain tire line. The 3C MaxxTerra compound offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip, which makes it ideal for trail riding in all conditions.

EXO+
EXO+ is Maxxis’ medium-duty puncture protection option suitable for all-around trail riding and light weight e-bikes. We begin with a durable 60 TPI casing, add in our legendary EXO puncture protection layer in the sidewalls, and top it off with a small butyl insert around the bead. The tough casing and EXO material ward off damage from rocks and roots, while the butyl insert protects the tire from pinch flats and helps prevent rim damage.

Tubeless Ready
Tubeless ready tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Tubeless ready tires are denoted by the letters “TR” on the sidewall.
Tubeless ready tires must be mounted to tubeless compatible rims and require the use of a liquid sealant to maintain pressure. Liquid sealants have the added benefit of sealing small punctures. Be sure to check your sealant regularly and refresh as needed as it will dry out over time.