1 week too late on this thread. I just bought a 2.25 ardent for my 29er
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| Author: | Bolo [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 8:42 pm ] |
| Post subject: | High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
I need a more aggressive front tire that is high volume and is good at cornering. I prefer a rounder profile over a square one since I don't care to commit to hard leans. I am a little disappointed by the performance of my 29er ardent compared to the 26er version. I thought about getting the 2.4 version but don't want to waste my money if the difference is minimal. Been checking out certain tires and wondering if you guys have any experience with these of any other good choices. Schwalbe nobby nic 2.35 hutchinson toro 2.35 panaracer rampage 2.35 P.S. My current setup is front - ardent 2.25 rear - ignitor 2.25 |
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| Author: | Kimba [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 8:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Everybody has their favorites, which change over time of course. My current is Kenda Nevegal 2.35 front and whatever but usually WTB Mutanoraptor 2.35 rear. I ran rounder profile fronts, WTB Weirwolf 2.55 until I had a bad crash, now I prefer squarer knob patterns front for more stability. I do not notice any weight penalty. I also liked Conti Mountain Kings 2.35 but they wore fast. |
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| Author: | carabaoray [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 9:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
I felt the same way about the 2.2 Ardent, and can confidently say that the 2.4 ardent is a completely different tire. The casing is tougher, it's slightly wider and taller than the 2.2 Ardent, and it weighs only 50 grams more (795). The tread is closer together and a couple millimeters taller, which I believe make all the difference in the 2.4's cornering performance. I also like the small increase in volume. |
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| Author: | carabaoray [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 9:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
I hated the panaracer rampage because the middle nobs were so far apart that I felt a lot of rolling resistance. If you research that tire, a lot of people feel that way. Also, the panaracer rampage 2.35 is smaller than an ardent 2.2. |
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| Author: | Bolo [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 9:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Thanks guys. It's so hard to find high volume 29er tires. |
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| Author: | howard619 [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 9:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
yea, the Ardent 2.4 is significantly different tire than the 2.2. The tread is taller, most notably on the transition. Huge volume. I think it's lighter than the rampage and corners and rolls better. |
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| Author: | GP_pilot [ Wed Apr 06, 2011 9:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Ardent 2.4 front & rear for 6 months now. About the same or smidge wider than the Nevegal 2.2, a little more volume, much better rolling, but a hair less grip on technical rock at places like Sedona & such. |
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| Author: | noissiM [ Thu Apr 07, 2011 7:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Might have a new Hutchinson 29" tire in my parts bin at home. I'll let you know tonight. Not sure which model or which size though. |
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| Author: | papawhiskey99 [ Thu Apr 07, 2011 8:23 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Just switched to a Nobby nic 2.35 on the front a few weeks ago. Little pricey but worth it. |
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| Author: | boone29er [ Thu Apr 07, 2011 9:28 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
The two that i use are racing ralph 2.4 and weirwolf 2.55LT. Right know i'm running the racing ralph its a fast and light weight tire with plenty of volume for a plush ride on my ridged bike. I run about 20 lbs in it. |
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| Author: | Bolo [ Thu Apr 07, 2011 9:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
boone29er wrote: The two that i use are racing ralph 2.4 and weirwolf 2.55LT. Right know i'm running the racing ralph its a fast and light weight tire with plenty of volume for a plush ride on my ridged bike. I run about 20 lbs in it. Thanks, I already ordered the 2.4 ardents but where did you find the 2.55 weirwolf? Most places don't carry the high volume versions, and the ones that do are unreliable shops. |
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| Author: | Los [ Thu Apr 07, 2011 4:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
1 week too late on this thread. I just bought a 2.25 ardent for my 29er
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| Author: | 406 [ Fri Apr 08, 2011 8:02 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: High volume (2.35-2.4) more aggressive tire |
Maxxis Ardent, 29er x 2.4" EXO front and back. North of the Border has them at a good price. I run the rear backwards for added uphill traction. |
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