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Maxxis Assegai 29" Tyre

Maxxis Assegai 29" Tyre

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The Maxxis Assegai is a high-traction, aggressive tyre designed in collaboration with World Cup champion Greg Minnaar. Optimized for demanding trail and enduro conditions, it delivers exceptional grip, stability, and durability—whether used as a front tyre, rear, or both for ultimate control.

Key Advantages

  • Unmatched Grip:
    Tall shoulder and centre knobs offer consistent traction around corners, over wet roots, and on rough terrain.
  • Balanced Tread Design:
    Combines ramped centre blocks with added intermediate lugs for both rapid acceleration and reliable braking performance.
  • Robust Construction:
    Offers 60 TPI casing options (EXO, EXO+, DoubleDown, or DH), reinforced sidewalls, and tubeless-ready beads for tailored durability and downhill resilience.
  • Signature Compounds:
    Available in 3C MaxxTerra, 3C MaxxGrip, and Dual Compound setups—catering to both speed and traction preferences.

Performance Insights

  • Cornering Confidence:
    Reviewers rate it 10/10 for cornering—offering "bite to brake and power through corners" with minimal slipping.
  • Stability on Rough Terrain:
    Handles rocky, steep sections with composure—the side knobs maintain grip and resist deformation under load.
  • Rolling Trade-Off:
    Designed for grip first; riders note it rolls slower than XC tyres. Ideal for aggressive conditions rather than racing.

Complete Specifications

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Intended Use

Trail / Enduro / Downhill unsuspended/freeride applications

Signature

Greg Minnaar–endorsed, named after Zulu spear

Tread Design

Ramped centre blocks, intermediate lugs, square shoulder knobs

Compound Options

Dual; 3C MaxxTerra, 3C MaxxGrip

Casing Options

60 TPI (EXO, EXO+, DD, DH)

Protection

EXO sidewall or EXO+ fabric coverage

Tubeless

TR versions available for tubeless setups

Bead Options

Foldable or wire beads

Wide Trail (WT)

Optimized for 30–35 mm internal rim widths

Weight Range

Approx. 695–1,337 g depending on size, compound, and casing

Recommended Fit

Can be used front, rear, or on both for maximum traction balance

Best Use Cases

  • Gravity-Driven Riding:
    Excellent as a rear tyre in aggressive trail or downhill setups—especially when paired with lighter front tyres.
  • All-Condition Front Choice:
    Delivers confidence and grip in wet, loose, or technical terrain when used as a front-specific setup.
  • e‑MTB Ready:
    DoubleDown casings and durable compounds stand up to high torque and heavy loads.

Summary

The Maxxis Assegai is a top-tier, gravity-inspired tyre that blends aggressive tread design with robust casing options and market-leading grip. While its weight and rolling resistance lean toward slower setups, its cornering confidence and durability make it a standout choice for trail, enduro, and downhill riders who demand control in all conditions.

 

 

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