Maxxis Minion DHF vs Assegai // What's the best Maxxis tire? 

You got enough great details there to make a video on it bro 👍👍👍

Thank you! I was hesitant about getting the DHF, but I’m really liking it now.

A great combo for sure 👍

Awesome! I like to run a faster rolling tire in the rear, but tires are so expensive so gotta use what you got sometimes.

How much faster does it wear out compared to the Maxx Terra? I guess that’s a tricky question that depends on terrain.

I’ve run both Max Terra and Max Grip up front. It’s not a noticeable thing on wear really. The Max Grip is a durable compound on regular dirt, hardback , mountain soil rocks roots. Maybe more noticeable if your on rough gravel sharp flinty or Moab slick Rick type terrain. But being that it’s up front it doesn’t make to big a difference. Out back Max Grip would be slower and show age quicker for sure. But I run a Aggressor Dual compound out back. The “drift zone” on the DHF in Max Grip is much less noticeable in my opinion relative to the Max Terra. I LOVE this combo for fast rolling, good climbing And braking out back with the Killer DHF Max Grip up front. it works for me on my 160/150

@@86309 awesome! Thanks for the info. It’s always good to hear what other people are riding and their experiences 👍🏻

@@bthomas518 It all depends on what type of terrain you're riding with the bike, and the goals you have with it. If you are into fast flow single track, or rocks and chunder loose over hard pack, or if you ride in wet loam type muddy stuff. For me , the MaxxGrip provides great stick to tree roots, doesn't deflect as fast off rocks and thunder(the slower rebounding compound settles the tire down up front) and really helps me feel I can weight the front end more and really lean it over into the side knobs for full engagement. Thats what. the DHF does so well, it rolls decently, but if you can get the bike weighted properly and really get the side knobs engaged it hooks so well ! The Grip Compound just makes that transition better and more confident for me. I always want my front tire to have more grip than my back, ALWAYS. So much of your energy climbing and rolling speed is rear tire weighted because more of your body weight is biased over the rear tire! I like the aggressor as it's fast in the hardpack , climbed well, and brakes decent.(not as good as the DHR) just by design. The Dual compound is a faster rolling better wearing compound inherently than the Max Terra out back. The Dissector has better outright cornering grip than the Aggressor but it doesn't roll as fast (at least in my experience, but it's a good tire, To me it leave a bit on the table when you need strong braking performance. So speed is not just a factor of light tires and light rotating mass. Carcass design , tread shape and design, and compound have a lot to play in the speed dept. You probably will not be lighter than the Recon/ Diss , but your ability to corner (DHF Gripp) and the aggressor out back is more confidence inspiring when pushing hard. - Hope this helps.

Always been scared to run MaxxGrip because it might wear down too fast. Been happy with the Max Terra though. Loving the DHF front 🤘🏻

I always like a grippy tire up front. Although, a lot of people like dhr2 front and rear

That MaxxGrip rubber with the Assegai is the ultimate grip on a tire. But I really don’t like how quick it wears down. We have a lot of very rocky terrain where I live and it tends to eat up the maxxgrip. But I know a lot of people love that Assegai/Dissector combo

@@JaredHoff you should try some vittoria tires. I’ve been running them and it would be cool to see what you would think. Also Great video!

@@bikingwithryan5968 I’ve always been interested in trying those tires. I wish tires weren’t so expensive or I’d go get a pair to try. Maybe once these tires wear out,,, I’ll try those.

@@JaredHoff yeah that is very true. It isn’t cheap but I highly recommend trying them when you get a chance. They work good for my conditions at least.

@@bikingwithryan5968 For sure! Thanks for recommending 👍🏻

A lot of good info there. Thanks for the comment 👍🏻 I’m loving the cushcore with EXO+ casing. Definitely gives me the support I like, but it’s heavier and probably not as fast rolling.

@@JaredHoff I just watched another video where, on an eBike, the rider completely blew out the EXO - like in 5 minutes, so YMMV!

@@kayakutah I’m loving the EXO+ with cushcore. If you watch my Trek Slash vs. Trek Rail video the ebike blew out a light casing tire real quick 😬 definitely need more protection with all that extra weight

Tons of great info in that comment. I’ve never tried the DHRII as a front, but there are so many good options. Thanks for making this video even better with this awesome comment 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

@@JaredHoff Great video as always brother. I agree with the other comment here, I'm running a DHR II up front and I think it's great! Something in between the Assegai and DHF. That is, it has excellent grip and cornering but is a tad faster rolling than the Assegai, and a tad slower than the DHF. I think I will stay with that up front for a while, the Assegai is a bit too hard to pedal and climb for me. Only thing is I wish they made the DHR in 2.5, right now I have 2.6 which is fine but 2.5 would rock. I have a DHF out back just to see how it is. I thought it might be more grippy for climbing while still being fast, but it feels more draggy than fast. I might go back to Aggressor in the rear. The DHF out back is fishtailing a bit on some trails and off-camber sections. DHF in front is a bit too tenuous for me, feels a bit like riding on ice, though it is super fast. I'm thinking DHR front and Aggressor rear might be good for the spring/summer for me here in SoCal. DHF is fast but I'd rather charge confidently with more grip rather than feel like I'm skating with the DHF. Happy riding and thanks for the info, valuable stuff right now while stock is limited still in parts!

@@mtbjoser thanks for the awesome comment! It’s always good to try out different options and I’m sure that socal dirt gets loose in the summer so you really got to get the right tire setup.

@@JaredHoff Welcome! Absolutely, loose is pretty much the default out here, except in the rare event it rains lol. I think as my riding gets more aggressive and I'm pushing harder, I feel like grip and confidence allows me to go faster because I feel safer and more planted, i.e., not relying on the rolling speed of the tire so much. If that makes sense haha. Also I found the Assegai can gain a tad bit more rolling speed with higher PSI (I guess this is true for all tires).

@@Nessunego nice 👍

It’s a great combo. I have been running Pirelli Scorpion tires and really liking those as well.

That’s a great combo for some good grip, but still fast rolling speed.

Assegai is even grippier than a DHF especially in a Maxxgrip compound, but runs a bit slower as well. I’m actually very happy with the DHF up front.

Thank you for the sub, and taking time to comment. I’ve always been worried about how quick the MaxxGrip will wear out. So expensive $ you’ll have to let me know how that Assegai max grip does 🤔

@@JaredHoff for sure I will 👌🏻👍🏻

You’ll love the Maxxis tires after riding those stock bontrager tires. I’ve also been running cushcore tire inserts lately, and love how much more dampening that gives and and makes my bike feel more stable on corners.

Sounds like an amazing combo 👍🏻

These tire will handle the most advanced trails! Depending on the casing and compound of course. In my humble opinion 🙏🏻

Definitely get the Assegai for that max grip feeling up front. As far as size goes,,, I usually ride a 2.5 front and 2.4 rear width tire. I ride 3C MaxxTerra compound, but a lot of people say they like the MAXXGRIP so that’s another way to add more grip. However, max grip will wear out a little faster. But it’s so hard to find the exact tire size, casing, compound… So I’ve been riding the 2.6” width I’m riding, but will probably go back to a 2.5” if it’s available next time.

@@JaredHoff Roger that! Ok Assegai it is. Thanks dude👊🏻

@@lennondanielsband 🤘🏻

Assegai has some amazing grip! Only downside is the slow rolling speed.

I need so much more practice, but thank you bro 👍🏻

I like a 2.5 front tire with a 2.4 in the rear. Sometimes I can only find a 2.6 in the right casing and compound so I go with that.

You have to try cushcore! Amazing for heavier riders. Helps with flat protection, but also makes the tires feel way more stable cornering and through rocky sections

@@JaredHoff I use Tannus inserts and tubes...they have been great

Awesome! I’ve never tried the high roller, but been thinking about trying a faster rolling rear tire.

Awesome! Sounds like you found the perfect setup. I love the DHR II as a rear tire. Really liking the DHF as a front.

@@JaredHoff I have a new Assegai ready to go up front. Can't wait to try it out.

@@georgesayers6832 heck yeah! New tire day is the best 🤘🏻

I had to warranty my Assegai for that reason.

@@JaredHoff it's seems to happen often I been running it dew to fact I can get what I want in the dd 29 2.5

@@stevenkilleen8149 I hear ya man. So hard to find the exact tire you want these days.

@@JaredHoff right forget tan walls

@@stevenkilleen8149 for sure 🤦🏼‍♂️

All just depends on where you’re riding, but I have seen people at the bike park on a DH bike with Assegai front and back 😯

Thank you! Hope the video helped. I’m really liking the DHF

DHF front and rear is downhill ready for sure. I like having a faster rolling rear tire, but I know some people like the massive grip.

I was so surprised how much I like the DHF. I’m still running that tire and loving it 🤙🏻

Both 😂

Will these tires fit on my 29 rims

I mean, can I use a 29 × 2.6 on my 29 rims?

Which of these 2 tires makes the loudest sound on pavements?

That’s a great setup with the faster rolling rear tire

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I think this is my new favorite tire combo. I’m liking the 2.6” tires front and rear too. Makes for amazing grip, and monster trucking through rocks lol

@@JaredHoff yeah agreed 2.6 is the way to go man

I know some of my friends swear by that tire, and run it front and back 👍🏻

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Word! Although, I’ve been trying out other brand’s recently and have been happy with the Pirelli Scorpions

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