Maxxis REKON 2.6 Quick Check - Compared with Ikon 2.35 

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no, 29x2.6, same tire, 3c exo tr. Right on par with the mtbr thread about them.

ebigford34 What rims are you using with the 2.6 Rekons?

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@@LoveMTB Thanks! I may consider the Ardent race or Rekon race for the rear. Would you say that the 2.6 F and 2.35 R are proportionally ideal (for those of us who prefer a slimmer / lighter R tire to slightly larger /grippier F)?

Ikon is fast and light great for dry hard pack. If there there are wet slippery roots on your trails or if the dirt is even damp they plug up and are useless.

LoveMTB why don't you use them for racing? :-D

@@LoveMTB thanks man, I appreciate it!

Hey man..that would be cool, but im looking to get a 27.5 bike (polygon siskiu T8). I was gonna get a 29er, but I'd rather have the ability and fun of a 27.5 . I just feel that 29 would be too big (as I am 5'8) and my older hardtail is a 26er lol. I still might get the 29er but seems like the 27.5 is alot more fun to ride. As for tires would you still recommend dissector for the front over rekon? I'm more about grip and control, climbing and rolling efficiency. (And the tread pattern has to look cool lol). I rode in kelso years back and would like to go back. I live in Brampton west (closer to Georgetown) so kelso isn't too far from me. I recently got back into mtb from and over a 7yr break. I've riden at puslinch, gorba, albion hills, heart lake, lookout gravity trails. I'd say I'm an intermediate rider, not too aggressive and enjoy flowing and technical trails. Actually do you have a shop or just do these mtb reviews? It would be nice to meet up and talking mountain biking.

@@LoveMTB I may consider the Dissector up front for a bit more traction. The 29er it's still an option, but leaning more toward the 27.5 since I like a more agile bike. As for the Siskiu T8 that I'll be getting, I believe it comes stock with Hans Dampf tires 2.6 front and rear. Have you had any experience with those tires? I heard they were slow rolling which is why I wanted to go with the rekons. My old GT Avalanche (that I just upgraded to 1x drive train) has nobby nics. For me the nobby nics have great grip and good cornering, but us slow rolling. I just assume the hans dampf is similar. Also never had Maxxis tires, but everyone raves about them. As for the mullet bike. I actually saw your Mullet peacemaker video. That's a sweet bike. Makes we want to go ride at Kelso again once this snow melts. Take care! And thanks for the replies.

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@@LoveMTB Awesome, thanks..I run about the same pressure now with Ikon 2.35 and Ardent 2.4 on old Archs (I think 23mm).. I haven't noticed any squirm with that setup. The 25mm should be ok until I can build some 30mm wheels

@@LoveMTB Thanks for the reply - do you think too much sidewall would be exposed with the 2.6 rekon on 30mm? I can see that being a concern for the Ikon, no doubt

@@LoveMTB just watched again and saw that..thx. The measurements are helpful too!

@@LoveMTB I was thinking more about the compound as the 2.6 Ardent Race has much bigger tread than the 2.35, but I'll give the Rekon a go. Thanks.

Good to hear. I've been trying to figure out replacement tires. I like the rolling speed of the NN but I'm hoping to get better grip up front without losing too much roll. I ride a lot of hard pack, loose over hard, kitty litter loose etc. I'm debating it or stepping up to Bontrager XR4. I like how light the Rekon is. Always dry. Are you still liking the Ardent up front?

@@LoveMTB thank you ! I just did some research last evening. Found the new 2020 Trek (I have 2016, came with 2.3's) Fuel EX8 comes with 2.6 Bontrager tires on 30mm rims. I decided to go with this same setup and re-rim my wheels. I figure they are producing their 2.6 and selling a bike with this combo then it's proven. clearance should be good. . I do appreciate the reply.

LoveMTB thanks, love your videos. It's snowing here in Indiana as well.. Waiting on spring... Lol

@@LoveMTB Sounds good, thanks for the info. I do run tubes, I might give it a try sometime 👍

thanks

LoveMTB Did you consider a 29mm Flow rim for the 2.6 Rekon?

hi, i am thinking of ikon 2.35 in rear and dhr ii 2.4wt in front for technical xc, i saw that maxxis has 2.4wt, from your experience it will be ok for 25mm inner width ? thanks again for the info.

Thanks for your advice, i would like to use it more at trails rocky, steep, little mud/wet for extra safety and confidence. My default setup is f/r ikon 2.35.

Possibly so. Wider may not be better for this Maxxis tire. Testing could show that and the tires limitations. Another tire with a wider total tread profile on a higher volume casing making it more rounded may work on a wider rim. At lower pressure for a bigger footprint with more performance. And those are the Bontrager XR Team in 2 and 4 versions with different knob sizes and heights. The XR2 2.6x29 isn't on the Trek site but a dealer will see it on their site and can order it.

More important is the tread pattern and compound are designed by Frank Stacey.

@@LoveMTB Hi. Did you ever change to 2.6? I have 2.8 and I thinking of going 2.6 To improve rolling resistance. I am worried about dropping to bb. Whats your thoughts?

Used them before have a video as well 🤘

Yeah on the front, probably 2.6 i also have those rims and a 2.35 ikon on the rear

Thank you for the replies. I'll grab one then.

@@LoveMTB Hmm, didnt think about that one. Will it matter?

@@LoveMTB yep, Im actually at 30mm so I should go with the WT

LoveMTB alright got it! Thanks dude, what could you recommend tho?

If you run high pressure on the road, then it will greatly decrease the wear. Hope this helps, I ride on road a bit, but I don't want to compromise grip.

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